"When you face bad economic numbers, you've got two choices: fix the economy or attack the numbers," says University of Michigan economist Justin Wolfers. Today, we'll discuss what to make of how the Bureau of Labor Statistics collects data on jobs and inflation, as well as the doubts cast on BLS under the second Trump administration. But first, grocery prices jumped in August. Thing is, tariffs aren't to blame.
CBS News Roundup - 09/12/2025 | World News Roundup
Intensified search for Charlie Kirk's killer. The Colorado school shooter had been radicalized. Senate Democrats want to hear from the head of JP Morgan Chase about Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News Correspondent Steve Kathan has those stories and more on the World News Roundup podcast.
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Marketplace All-in-One - South Korea rethinks U.S. ties after Hyundai raid
From the BBC World Service: Hundreds of workers have returned home to South Korea following a raid by U.S. immigration at a Hyundai battery plant in Georgia. Officials said many workers violated their visas. This morning, we'll hear about the outrage South Koreans are feeling and the hesitance by South Korean companies to invest in the U.S. Then, Europe will get its first Universal theme park near Bedford, England. What economic benefits could the park bring?
WSJ What’s News - How Will OpenAI Fund Its Multibillion-Dollar Ambitions?
A.M. Edition for Sept. 12. OpenAI has big plans, spending billions of dollars on everything from computing, data centers, hardware and chips. But how will the world’s largest start-up pay for these ventures? WSJ’s Eliot Brown looks at OpenAI’s spending commitments and what it will take to fund them. Plus, Trump’s tariffs aren’t making the U.S. trillions yet - but as of early September, the U.S, has collected more than $159 billion in tariff revenue. And, the manhunt for Charlie Kirk’s killer enters its third day. Kate Bullivant hosts.
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WSJ Minute Briefing - Nvidia Supplier SK Hynix Shares Hit Record on AI Chip Breakthrough
Plus: Utah’s governor calls on the public for help to identify a person of interest in the shooting of Charlie Kirk. And, Beijing sends a stern warning to Mexico about plans to impose tariffs that could hurt Chinese autos. Kate Bullivant hosts.
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Freakonomics Radio Archives - Freakonomics - An Air Traffic Controller Walks Into a Radio Studio …
What does it take to “play 3D chess at 250 miles an hour”? And how far will $12.5 billion of “Big, Beautiful” funding go toward modernizing the F.A.A.? (Part two of a two-part series.)
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Marketplace’s Nova Safo spoke with Joanna Stern, senior personal technology columnist at the Wall Street Journal, to discuss all these topics and more. This episode was produced by Jesús Alvarado.
Headlines From The Times - FBI Hunts Kirk Shooting Suspect, Overdose Bill Advances, Trump Trial Begins, U.K. Fires Ambassador, Amazon Robotaxi Launch, New Girl Scout Cookie
The FBI released images of the suspect in Charlie Kirk’s killing as the manhunt nears 24 hours. California lawmakers passed a bill shielding students from punishment when calling 911 for overdoses. In Florida, the trial begins for Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump. In London, Britain fired its U.S. ambassador over ties to Jeffrey Epstein. In business, Amazon launched its Zoox robotaxi service in Las Vegas, and the Girl Scouts unveiled a new rocky road cookie while retiring two fan favorites.
Up First from NPR - Kirk Shooting Investigation, Economic Round-up, Brazil’s Bolsanaro Convicted
Police have released video and pictures of a suspect who they believe shot and killed right-wing activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, and authorities are urging the public to come forward with tips. Stocks are surging on hopes of lower interest rates, even as Americans face rising prices at the store and a cooling job market. And in Brazil, former President Jair Bolsonaro has been found guilty of plotting a coup after losing the 2022 election.
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The Intelligence from The Economist - When the son comes up: the Murdoch succession battle
A high-stakes succession battle—rather, dispute—has concluded. Lachlan Murdoch will take over from his father Rupert as the head of Fox and News Corp. Will the new boss be the same as the old boss? Our correspondent looks at kush, a synthetic opioid that is tearing through west Africa. And a look back on the life and style of Giorgio Armani.
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