America’s Enterprising Spirit Is Booming After Decades-Long Slump
Hundreds of thousands of people are creating companies each year, ending a decades-long drought.
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Why you let down your guard on ads when scrolling on social media
Even a few seconds of scrolling will tire your brain and make you more open to bold advertising claims. Money Knack on Unsplash, CC BYMy wife stared at me in shock as I ripped opened the package. The FedEx driver hadn’t even made it back to his truck as I held the item up overhead like a trophy.
Autocracies get more repressive when opening up their economies – a political scientist explores why
Democracy doesn't always follow economic liberalization. Owen Franken/Corbis via Getty ImagesThe current state of democracy in the world is fragile.
What are Trump Accounts for? They are more likely to help newborns start building nest eggs than help pay for their college education
Socking some money away early on can make your savings balloon much later. Jacob Wackerhausen/iStock via Getty Images PlusIf you or someone you know has a baby or a child under 18, you’re likely wondering if they should get a “Trump Account.”
Foundations can outlive their charitable missions – and that’s a problem
Bill Gates' decision to have his foundation shut down by 2045 isn't the norm.
A perfect storm of factors is driving up US produce prices, but shoppers can still save
While U.S. produce prices are rising across the board, tomatoes are among the most affected. AP Photo/Marco UgarteFrom tomatoes and berries to lettuce and peppers, shoppers are feeling sticker shock in the produce aisle.
Trump Administration to Impose New Tariffs on Brazil
The United States accused the country of unfair trade practices. The tariff will replace ones that the Supreme Court struck down.
A rare bipartisan housing bill just became law – but Americans will still struggle with affordability
As sweeping as the bill is, its impact is likely to be modest. Ilia Yefimovich/Picture Alliance via Getty ImagesA sweeping housing measure, which became law on July 11, 2026, is being widely celebrated as a crucial step in addressing the nation’s housing crisis.
Why better-off cities and towns see more benefits from data centers than rural regions
After a rush to attract data centers with incentives, more communities are pushing back against their development. AP Photo/Ted ShaffreyThe fierce backlash against data centers shows no sign of easing up.
Even in conservative North Dakota, some socialist institutions thrive
The Bank of North Dakota is state-owned and unique in the United States. AP Photo/Dale WetzelCandidates affiliated with Democratic Socialists of America, an organization well to the left of the Democratic Party, have scored wins in several of the party’s competitive primaries.
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