2661. Have questions about homeownership or renting? NPR wants to know
The post invites readers to share their experiences and questions about renting and homeownership for an upcoming NPR series.
2662. Etsy sellers are being hit hard by tariffs and the end of the de minimis rule
Bill Chappell discusses how Etsy sellers are adversely affected by tariffs and changes to the de minimis rule, impacting their business operations.
2663. PBS cuts 15% of jobs in wake of federal funding cut
PBS announces a 15% staff reduction due to decreased federal funding, resulting in over 100 job losses.
2664. “How Tariffs are Affecting Wisconsin Economy”
Menzie Chinn discusses the impact of President Trump’s tariffs on Wisconsin's economy during a panel discussion at a WisPolitics luncheon.
2665. Bordo-McCauley: “A wrong Fed could do the dollar in: An open letter to the US Senate”
An argument that political influences on Federal Reserve appointments could destabilize the dollar, harming US households and small businesses during financial crises.
2666. The Employment Picture — Pre-August Release
Menzie Chinn analyzes JOLTS data and ADP employment figures, highlighting a decline in the vacancies to unemployed ratio and decelerating employment growth.
2667. Las Vegas in July: Visitor Traffic Down 12% YoY
Bill McBride discusses the decline in visitor traffic to Las Vegas in July 2025, highlighting statistics on tourism and convention attendance.
2668. Senators grill Trump's nominee for Fed amid alarms over central bank independence
Scott Horsley discusses senators' concerns regarding Stephen Miran's potential independence as a Federal Reserve nominee amid worries about central bank autonomy.
2669. Who will be in charge of interest rates?
The post discusses the tension between political influence and the independence of the Federal Reserve in setting interest rates, particularly during Trump's presidency.
2670. The Central Planning Arms Race
Jon Murphy discusses the challenges of central planning, emphasizing human creativity and the inefficiencies it creates in economic systems.
2671. How will we reach 10,000 hours with ChatGPT?
An argument that generative AI alters the learning process by reducing time inputs, raising concerns about the value of traditional homework and the implications for human capital development.
2672. Fashion designer Giorgio Armani, whose name became synonymous with luxury, dies at 91
Diana Opong discusses the legacy of fashion designer Giorgio Armani, highlighting his influence on luxury fashion and his innovative designs.
2673. Cooking the Federal Reserve’s Credibility
Paul Krugman discusses the implications of Trump's potential influence on the Federal Reserve's independence and its effects on monetary policy and credibility.
2674. Light Vehicles Sales Decreased to 16.07 million SAAR in August
Bill McBride discusses the August light vehicle sales data, noting a decrease from July but an increase from the previous year, influenced by consumer behavior regarding tariffs and EV credits.
2675. Trade Deficit Increased to $78.3 Billion in July
The post discusses the increase in the U.S. trade deficit in July, highlighting changes in exports and imports, and the deficit's relationship with petroleum products.
2676. My very interesting Conversation with Seamus Murphy
A discussion on photography, conflict zones, cultural perceptions, and personal experiences in places like Afghanistan and Kolkata, highlighting the intersection of art and life in challenging environments.
2677. Fox bosses privately called U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro 'reckless maniac' and more
Remarks about a U.S. attorney's behavior following the 2020 election highlight concerns over her promotion of unfounded election fraud claims.
2678. Sell it, donate it — recycle it? A beloved old minivan faces a fork in the road
Camila Domonoske discusses the dilemma of what to do with her old minivan after two decades of use, considering selling, donating, or recycling it.
2679. At least five interesting things: You Can't Just Do Things edition (#69)
An argument that recent studies challenge the effectiveness of unconditional cash benefits in alleviating poverty and improving quality of life for recipients.
2680. Trump asks Supreme Court to reverse tariffs ruling finding them illegal
An argument that the government seeks to overturn a court ruling declaring Trump's tariffs illegal under emergency powers law.