Camila Domonoske
Stories
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Guess What's Flying Off Shelves Now: Hair Dye
Our roots are showing. And we've decided it's the perfect time to finally start baking our own bread. See a list of products that are selling the most.
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Ventilator Makers Ask U.S. Government To Manage Distribution
Medical device manufacturers are asking the Trump administration to centralize decisions about how to prioritize which orders from states, local governments and hospitals should be filled first.
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Nail Salons, Body Shops: These Kinds Of Companies Could Donate Masks And Save Lives
N95 masks are essential for medical workers exposed to the coronavirus. But in ordinary times, they're used by woodworkers, nail technicians and landscapers.
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White House Not Using Defense Powers To Boost Medical Supplies
President Trump has issued contradictory statements about whether he's ordering private companies to ramp up production of medical goods. At the center of all this is the Defense Production Act.
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America's Shopping List: Here's What We're Buying The Most
Thermometers and cleaning supplies are seeing spikes in demand, predictably — but now so are snacks and perishable food items. See the latest rundown of what's been selling.
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We're Barreling Toward An Epic Glut Of Oil
The supply of oil has surged as the coronavirus pandemic has destroyed demand. Prices have plummeted and analysts are starting to ask if the world will have enough space to store all the extra oil.
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Tesla Is Halting Production In California
After defying local authorities by operating despite a shelter-in-place order, Tesla is now planning to suspend production in California. The automaker says the federal government told it to operate.
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Automakers Might Retool To Make Ventilators
Ford and General Motors say they are evaluating whether they could retool their factories to produce much-needed medical equipment as the coronavirus pandemic spreads.
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All Things Considered
Empty Grocery Shelves Are Alarming. But They're Not Permanent
The sudden spike in demand driven by the coronavirus pandemic has meant shortages at many stores. But retailers say products will return to shelves and urge customers not to panic or hoard items.
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Poll: Nearly 1 In 5 Households Have Lost Work Because Of Pandemic
Nearly 20% of U.S. households have experienced either a layoff or a reduction in work hours because of the coronavirus, according to a new NPR/PBS Newshour/Marist poll.