NPR News: The Bill For His COVID Test In Texas Was A Whopping $54,000

The Bill For His COVID Test In Texas Was A Whopping $54,000
A businessman from Dallas got a PCR test for the coronavirus at a suburban emergency room. The charge for his test was "egregious" but not illegal, say health care analysts. Here's what happened.

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NPR News: The Cost Of Forced Psychiatric Care Like Britney Spears Got Can Be Ruinous

The Cost Of Forced Psychiatric Care Like Britney Spears Got Can Be Ruinous
The pop star was forced into psychiatric care — and compelled to pay for it. That could happen to anyone during an episode of serious mental illness, adding a financial threat to the health woes.

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NPR News: A Crypto-Trading Hamster Is Performing Better Than Warren Buffett And The S&P 500

A Crypto-Trading Hamster Is Performing Better Than Warren Buffett And The S&P 500
A hamster named Mr. Goxx enters one of two tunnels in the his cage, which determines whether he will buy or sell. As of Friday, his portfolio is up nearly 20%, according to his Twitter account.

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NPR News: TikTokers Are Trading Stocks By Watching What Members Of Congress Do

TikTokers Are Trading Stocks By Watching What Members Of Congress Do
Online stock trading has taken off, bolstered by easy apps and lower prices. Now, a community of young investors have a new strategy: Looking for stock tips from members of Congress.

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NPR News: How A Summer Of 'Yes' Is Ending In A Cloud Of Uncertainty For Businesses

How A Summer Of 'Yes' Is Ending In A Cloud Of Uncertainty For Businesses
Signs of slowdown are everywhere after huge increases in vacation bookings, traveling and eating out earlier this year. Southwest Airlines, Airbnb and restaurants are starting to see a pullback.

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NPR News: A New Housing Regulator Could Make The American Dream More Accessible For Millions

A New Housing Regulator Could Make The American Dream More Accessible For Millions
Sources tell NPR the Biden administration is close to announcing its pick to run the Federal Housing Finance Agency, which oversees the $11 trillion mortgage market.

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NPR News: The Housing Shortage Is Significant. It's Acute For Small, Entry-Level Homes

The Housing Shortage Is Significant. It's Acute For Small, Entry-Level Homes
The American dream of owning a small home with a backyard is being put on hold. In 1982, 40% of houses built were entry level homes. By 2019, the annual share had fallen to 7%.

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NPR News: Test Your Investing Brain With The Summer School Final Quiz

Test Your Investing Brain With The Summer School Final Quiz
Think you know your index funds from your junk bonds? It's time to find out! Eight questions stand between you and a diploma-like certificate of completion for Summer School Season 2.

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