Economic Data Has Taken a Dark Turn. That Doesn’t Mean a Crash Is Near.
Inflation is up and job creation down, but the U.S. economy could still pull through without too much pain.
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Reverse discrimination? In spite of the MAGA bluster over DEI, data shows white Americans are still advantaged
There's no evidence of widespread racial discrimination against white people. Sebastian Gorczowski/iStock/Getty Images PlusTwo big assumptions underlie President Donald Trump’s attack on diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
Misspelled names may give brands a Lyft – if the spelling isn’t too weird
Misspelled brand names can be catchy – but don't always connect with consumers. AP Photo/David ZalubowskiConsumers don’t mind when companies use misspelled words – think Lyft for “lift” or Froot Loops for “fruit loops” – as their brand names, as long as the alterations aren’t too extreme and the misspelling makes sense.
Data that taxpayers have paid for and rely on is disappearing – here’s how it’s happening and what you can do about it
Many U.S. government agencies collect data and make it publicly available. Anna Moneymaker/Getty ImagesPeople rely on data from federal agencies every day – often without realizing it.
A New Way to Reduce Children’s Deaths: Cash
Simply giving money to poor families at certain times reduced deaths among young children by nearly half, a new study found.
Why universities are hiring more chief marketing officers – even as budgets shrink
Faculty hiring freezes. Department budget cuts. Declining public trust. Across the United States, higher education is navigating one of its most challenging periods in decades.
When workers’ lives outside work are more fulfilling, it benefits employers too
If you never take a break, the extra hours of effort might not pay off. JGI/Tom Grill/Tetra images via Getty ImagesMany employers are demanding more from workers these days, pushing them to log as many hours as possible.
Crowdfunded companies are ‘ghosting’ their investors – and getting away with it
Imagine you invest US$500 to help a startup get off the ground through investment crowdfunding. The pitch is slick, the platform feels trustworthy and the company quickly raises its target amount from hundreds of people just like you. Then – silence. No updates, no financials, not even a thank-you.
You’ve been ghosted – not by a friend, but by a company you helped fund.
Trump Warns of Economic Disaster if Court Strikes Down Tariffs
The president has crowed about the billions of dollars collected so far from tariffs. That money could be at risk if the White House loses the legal battle.
Trump Extends China Tariff Truce by Three Months
President Trump’s order continues a reprieve from the threat of escalating tariffs and export controls, which rocked the global economy earlier this year.
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