2 big energy firms exit Myanmar over human rights abuses by the military government Total Energies and Chevron say they are stopping all operations in Myanmar, citing rampant human rights abuses and deteriorating rule of law since the military overthrew the elected government. The Associated Press
What the Joe Rogan podcast controversy says about the online misinformation ecosystem More than a thousand health professionals are calling on Spotify to crack down on COVID-19 falsehoods aired on the podcast of the company's most popular host. Shannon Bond
McDonald's will expand testing of its meatless McPlant burger to 600 new locations The plant-based burger is set to reach participating locations in California and Texas on Feb. 14. The announcement comes as several other big fast-food chains are serving up more plant-based items. Rina Torchinsky
Home prices rose faster than ever in 2021. The typical home gained $50,000 in value For first time homebuyers it was one of the hardest years ever to afford a house. But homeowners saw tremendous gains in housing wealth. Chris Arnold
Experts see 'red flags' at nonprofit raising big money for Capitol riot defendants The Patriot Freedom Project has raised around $900,000 to support alleged Jan. 6 Capitol rioters. The group says the funds support defendants, but families have raised concerns about transparency. Tom Dreisbach
Restaurant workers are feeling a sense of déjà vu as omicron threatens the industry NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with a restaurant owner and worker on how the omicron variant and latest surge of COVID cases are once again disrupting their industry. Karen Zamora
Carhartt blowback shows the tightrope companies face over vaccine mandate decisions Despite the Supreme Court striking down a vaccine-or-test rule for private employers, the workwear retailer is moving ahead with a mandate. The decision has fueled an outcry among some conservatives. Becky Sullivan
Verizon and AT&T delay 5G rollout near airports after airlines express concerns The two telecom giants have agreed to limit the 5G rollout amid concerns that the high-speed wireless service could interfere with safety equipment on some aircraft. David Schaper
Ex-'New York Post' editor sues tabloid, alleging sexual harassment by Murdoch favorite A former New York Post editor says she was fired for disclosing she had been sexually propositioned by the tabloid's former editor-in-chief. Col Allan is a favorite of media magnate Rupert Murdoch. David Folkenflik
Inflation fears are sparking a big drop in markets. Here are 3 things to know Bond and stock markets have tumbled this year as inflation continues to surge. The Federal Reserve has already indicated it will need to raise interest rates. The question is: Will that be enough? David Gura
