Biomedical startups are racing to revolutionize the way humans reproduce Companies are racing to accelerate and commercialize in-vitro gametogenesis, or IVG, which would make human eggs and sperm in the lab from any cell in the body containing anyone's DNA. Rob Stein
Looming actors strike reflects major tensions in Hollywood SAG-AFTRA, the union representing some of Hollywood's biggest stars, is set to go on strike Thursday. Barring a last-minute breakthrough in talks, it could be the latest strike to shake up Hollywood. Kim Masters
Inflation eases to its lowest in over two years, but it's still running a bit high Consumer inflation hit 3% in June, the lowest since March 2021. Though easing prices will be comforting to the Federal Reserve, inflation is still running higher than the central bank would like. Scott Horsley
It's back-to-school shopping time, and everyone wants a bargain Spending on back-to-school supplies is predicted to decline this year, for the first time since 2014. With inflation top of mind, parents and teachers are looking for ways to save money. Erin Kenney
Actors union agrees to federal mediation with studios as contract deadline nears The union representing Hollywood actors has agreed to mediation in its ongoing negotiations. This came a day before the contract is set to expire. A strike is possible if an agreement isn't reached. Mandalit del Barco
Bank of America agrees to pay $250 million for illegal fees, fake accounts NPR's Michele Martin talks to Rohit Chopra, director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, about penalties imposed on Bank of America for illegal business practices.
Bank of America to pay $250 million for illegal fees, fake accounts An investigation found that Bank of America raked in tens of millions of dollars in resubmitted insufficient funds fees. The bank also illegally opened credit cards without customers knowledge. Dustin Jones
Are Amazon Prime Day deals worth it? 5 things to know Amazon's annual two-day sale for Prime members is here. Not all deals are as good as they seem, however. It pays to do some research to ensure you're getting the best price. Erin Kenney
Upscale grocery store Metropolitan Market to open location in north Ballard Metropolitan Market, a boutique Seattle supermarket chain, is opening a 10th location in Crown Hill, in north Ballard, on August 30. Isolde Raftery
Canceled trips and no refunds: Passport delays are derailing travelers In March, the State Department said the standard processing time for a new or renewed passport can take up to 13 weeks. But many passport seekers are finding that the wait is well beyond that. Juliana Kim