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Our Global Economy

Stories that provide depth and context to interrelated economic issues, including the best from PRI’s The World, The Takeaway, Living on Earth, and other popular programs.

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How much will a 25% tariff hurt sales of Scotch?

How much will a 25% tariff hurt sales of Scotch?

Distillers — and consumers — are worried about the impact of a 25% tariff on exports of Scottish whisky to the US.

17 Oct 2019

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How immigrant workers are preparing for automation in agriculture

How immigrant workers are preparing for automation in agriculture

Immigrants, who comprise the majority of agriculture industry workers in the US, are turning to training and education t... Read more

17 Oct 2019

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You’re not being fleeced: This carbon-negative sweater comes with sheep included

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Will Iowa farmers benefit from Trump's newest deals with China and Japan?

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14 Oct 2019

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In a culture of selfies and social media, how do you check your ego?

In a culture of selfies and social media, how do you check your ego?

Greek tragedy’s favorite fatal flaw is making a comeback, says the author of "Ego is the Enemy."

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Finland's answer to food waste: 'Best-before' is actually good later — with a discount

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China dominates the electric bus market, but the US is getting on board

China dominates the electric bus market, but the US is getting on board

Electric buses produce fewer emissions, are quieter and need less maintenance than diesel buses.

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Forever 21 closing stores in bankruptcy filing shows limits to fast fashion, author says

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