The U.S. economy ended 2022 on a high note. This year is looking different The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 2.9% in the final three months of last year — a surprisingly strong finish. But growth is expected to slow in 2023, and possibly even reverse. Scott Horsley
The Justice Department accuses Google of an advertising monopoly NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with University of Chicago professor Luigi Zingales about the federal antitrust case targeting Google's digital advertising business.
Tesla's profits soared to a record – but challenges are mounting The company has seen its share value drop sharply, and rivals are edging into the electric vehicle market. But after doubling its profits in a year, Tesla says it has no plans to slow down. Camila Domonoske
The number of journalist deaths worldwide rose nearly 50% in 2022 from previous year A total of 67 journalists died around the world in 2022, a watchdog group said, largely driven by Russia's invasion of Ukraine and civil unrest following the assassination of Haiti's president. Ayana Archie
Tesla investors have much to mull as the automaker prepares to reveal earnings Elon Musk and Tesla face multiple lawsuits, and the pioneering company's stock value has cratered as more EV options come on sale. The company reports earnings on Wednesday. Camila Domonoske
Fashion designer Thom Browne scores a major victory against Adidas NPR's A Martinez speaks with designer Thom Browne, who won a trademark infringement lawsuit against Adidas over his use of stripes on his clothing. Adidas has filed more than 80 such lawsuits.
America, we have a problem. People aren't feeling engaged with their work A new Gallup report finds employee engagement in the U.S. fell in 2022 to 32%. Young people in particular reported feeling less cared about at work and having fewer opportunities to learn and grow. Andrea Hsu
Senators slam Ticketmaster over bungling of Taylor Swift tickets NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Variet's Jem Aswad about the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing into Live Nation and the lack of competition in the ticketing industry. Ari Shapiro
We have the meats, but not the ethics. The 'raw deal' within our meat industry In her new book, "Raw Deal: Hidden Corruption, Corporate Greed, and the Fight for the Future of Meat," Chloe Sorvino describes how the pandemic helped expose the cracks in our meat and dairy industries. Libby Denkmann
For months experts have been warning of a recession. Is that risk fading? Many analysts and economic experts have told us to expect a recession. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi, who says there has been some good economic news.