Shipping containers can't be emptied and refilled fast enough to keep up with demand Shipping containers aren't much more than steel boxes. But they have become increasingly valuable during the worldwide supply chain crisis. Jackie Northam
The electric startup Rivian soared in its stock debut. Why there's so much buzz Rivian, which has just started deliveries of its battery-powered pickup truck, surged in its first day of trade after completing one of the biggest IPOs in U.S. history. Camila Domonoske
COP26 sees pledges to transition to electric vehicles, but key countries are mum The agreements were hailed as a major step toward decarbonizing the auto industry, but the world's largest auto markets, including the U.S., and top carmakers failed to sign on. Joe Hernandez
Rising food prices have resulted in both food insecurity and improvisation The cost of many foods — especially beef, pork and poultry — is rising fast, largely due to supply chain issues. For many, that can mean hard decisions at the grocery store. Laurel Wamsley
The holidays are nearing, and merchandise meant to be on shelves is still on ships With the holiday shopping season fast approaching, many businesses are still waiting for critical cargo that's stuck in traffic at ports. The race is on to unload containers to reach store shelves. Scott Horsley
Court rules United Airlines can put workers with vaccine exemptions on unpaid leave A group of United employees had asked the court to block United's policy of putting workers with religious or medical exemptions on unpaid leave. They were denied the request. Andrea Hsu
Blocked for now, Biden's vaccine-or-test rule for workers faces uncertain future The Biden administration says it will defend its rule requiring some 84 million workers to get vaccinated or undergo weekly testing. More than two dozen states have sued to stop it. Andrea Hsu
Computer chip makers can't share all the data the U.S. wants for examining shortages The Commerce Department wants semiconductor makers to provide details on their products and customers in a bid to understand what's causing bottlenecks. Many companies say it may reveal trade secrets. Jackie Northam
A former "bad guy" lawyer shows us how the dark machinery works. And our rights. California voters legalized recreational marijuana, but its cannabis market remains largely illicit. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with reporter Amanda Chicago Lewis about why.
Why milk prices are up Scott Simon talks with Dairy Radio Now's Lee Mielke about the rising price of milk in the markets.