Here's why Bill Gates is accelerating his plan to donate his billions After decades of philanthropy following the success of Microsoft, Bill Gates is winding down his namessake charity. What's he going to do next? Ari Shapiro
Americans are already seeing Trump's tariffs kick in. They sent in receipts to prove it There's new tariffs on almost everything that is imported. Some of that increased cost is being eaten by exporters in other countries, but a lot of the higher prices are being picked up by Americans, who are seeing it in their receipts. Emily Feng
Economists warn Trump's research cuts could have dire consequences for GDP President Trump has proposed slashing federal scientific funding. Economists say the long-term consequences could be dire. Geoff Brumfiel
Hollywood industry employees leaving jobs to become independent content creators Writers, producers and other creatives are leaving their Hollywood jobs to become content creators. NPR's A Martinez speaks with Amy Suto, who quit Hollywood to create content independently. A Martínez
USDA chief says agency is trying to fill key jobs after paying 15,000 to leave Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins says the department will consider bringing back some employees who took the government's deferred resignation offer. Andrea Hsu
Energy Star, efficiency program that has steered consumer choice, targeted in cuts An Environmental Protection Agency plan to eliminate its Energy Star offices would end a decades-old program that gave consumers a choice to buy environmentally friendly electronics and save money on bills, consumer and environmental groups said. The Associated Press
In the wake of tariffs, cargo at the Port of LA is down 35% The immediate impact of the cargo decline affects virtually every business around the ports, but port officials say this downturn will soon be felt much more broadly. Steve Futterman
Weight Watchers files for bankruptcy protection Weight Watchers, the brand built on providing support for people who are trying to lose weight, filed for bankruptcy protection. The company is burdened with debt as more customers turn to medication. Yuki Noguchi
How a visit from actor Jon Voight led Trump to post about movie tariffs Since he announced his intention to impose a 100% tariff on movies made outside of the United States, President Trump has hedged, saying he's open to meeting with industry leaders. Mandalit del Barco
Disney's newest theme park will be in Abu Dhabi The company's theme parks and cruises make up a fast-growing section of its profits. The new park will be located on Yas Island with a number of existing attractions. Neda Ulaby