Marketplace Morning Report

From the BBC World Service… Huawei lobs another legal challenge at the U.S. Pension strikes threaten to cripple France. Plus, rising inflation forces India’s central bank to hold interest rates.

The Trump Administration plans to restrict access to the SNAP, or food stamp programs, claiming the move will get people working. College debt is rising for more affluent students. Plus, online shopping is great for a lot of things, but for getting into the holiday spirit — not so much.

A look at Alphabet’s new CEO Sundar Pichai from his hometown in India. OPEC and Russia could slow down oil supply to maintain prices. Plus, Kansas City, Missouri floats making public buses free.

From the BBC World Service… We profile Sundar Pichai, who is taking over as chief executive of Google’s parent company Alphabet. The International Monetary Fund counts the cost of unrest and trade tensions on Hong Kong. Plus, how Paris is transforming its unused parking garages.

Investors balk at Trump’s insinuation there might not be a trade deal until after the 2020 election. Congress investigates substandard military housing. Plus, it’s getting harder and harder to keep bank branches open in rural areas.

“New NAFTA” hits a snag. The EU pledges to cut greenhouse emissions to zero. Plus, facing philanthropy’s history of exploitation and privilege.

From the BBC World Service… France and the U.S. are locked in a war of words over tariffs. The World Health Organization issues a warning on climate change. Plus, why Saudi Arabia is investing more money in the arts.

Trump reimposes steel and aluminium tariffs on Brazil and Argentina. NATO turns 70, and some world leaders say the alliance is needed now more than ever. You’ll soon be able to download all your Facebook photos. Plus, more telecommuting could mean a boost for the American economy.

The FDA weighs in on the safety of CBD. Charities fear an even bigger drop in giving this year. Plus, how realistic is the prospect of wiping out student debt?

From the BBC World Service… It’s meant to be the world’s most powerful defense alliance, but is the North Atlantic Treaty Organization still relevant? Why “getting Brexit done” is complicated. Plus, The Wolf of Wall Street arrives in London.