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How ACA subsidies became a lifeline for millions of Americans
Some Obamacare subsidies are set to expire at the end of this year. This could double premiums for many enrollees. How a government subsidy that was …
7 months, 2 weeks ago
What the U.S. loses when our allies stop sharing intelligence
Intelligence sharing between the U.S. and its allies has long been a powerful national security tool. But recently, some allies have stopped sharing …
7 months, 2 weeks ago
The Jackpod: The revolutionary mind
On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the role that concepts of power, liberty and conspiracy played in the American Revolution. (Inspired by Ken Burn…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Can math equations solve inequality?
Mathematician Eugenia Cheng wants us to rethink our relationship to math -- and equality. We hear how different paths lead to identical outcomes in m…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
How JPMorgan's embrace of AI could change banking for us all
JPMorgan aims to become the first major bank fully powered by AI. What does that mean for the future of banking?
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7 months, 3 weeks ago
Why are scam ads everywhere online?
Scam ads are flooding Facebook, YouTube and other social media. Tech companies are making billions allowing them. Who's behind all of these online ad…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
The Iranian women defying their country’s strict laws
Iranian law controls how women dress, what they drive and what they do in public. But now, more women across Iran are rebelling — risking severe fine…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
What the NBA betting scandal reveals about the mafia today
Last month, federal prosecutors indicted an NBA coach and current and former professional basketball players in an illegal sports betting scheme. How…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
The Jackpod: Tired of winning yet?
On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the state of the U.S. economy and what recent polling reveals about the perception gap between President Trump a…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Welcome to the casino economy
Speculative investment is up. New financial products are on the market. Billions of dollars are flowing to unproven industries. Has the American econ…
7 months, 4 weeks ago