New investigation finds UnitedHealth Group using patients for profit UnitedHealth Group, which is the country's largest health insurer, enticed doctors through bonuses and performance reviews to make patients seem as sick as possible.
Paris Olympics TV ratings are up 79% over Tokyo Games, NBC says Some of the ratings growth could be explained by a more U.S.-friendly time zone difference. Then there's the joy: Athletes aren't required to wear masks, and fans are allowed in the stands. Bill Chappell
Ozempic's biggest side effect: Turning Denmark into a 'pharmastate'? Novo Nordisk is powering Denmark's economy with huge sales of Ozempic. But could its stratospheric growth pose a risk? Sofia Shchukina
McDonald's is losing customers to inflation McDonald announced a drop in sales for the first time since 2020, when restaurants closed because of the pandemic. This time, it's because of inflation. (Story aired on ATC on July 29, 2024.) Alina Selyukh
Inflation is pinching Americans — but they are still splurging on their pets Americans are being forced to cut corners as they deal with lingering inflation — just not when it comes to providing for their furry companions. Lola Murti
McDonald's is losing customers to inflation McDonald's announced a drop in sales for the first time since 2020, when restaurants closed because of the pandemic. This time, it's because people are feeling the pinch of inflation. Alina Selyukh
A court decision worries developers eyeing Florida's aging condos Three years after the collapse of a condo building in Florida, developers say a court decision may stop them from demolishing and replacing older residential buildings. Greg Allen
Companies' quarterly earnings reports hint at possible relief from high prices Some big brands reported quarterly earnings in recent days: What do they have to say about consumer spending and the direction of the economy? Debbie Elliott
Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen says the U.S. economy is growing within the ideal range NPR's Scott Simon speaks with U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen about recent indicators showing stronger-than-expected economic growth. Scott Simon