Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from coffee cup lids and Super Bowl ads to avocado consumption.
Having recommended three podcasts and an Economist article, the last of my Friday e-links for January 2020 is a whodunit series.
Avocado Hand, a malady related to guacamole preparation, will increase because of Super Bowl LIV and USMCA avocado consumption.
#TBT: For some economic history and a bit of fun, we can look at Apple 1984, the Sock Puppet, and other past Super Bowl ads.
Creating considerable negative spillover, the Solo Traveler coffee (and tea) cup lid could be replaced by a vastly better design.
For many different reasons, the savings rate for our nation and the cash we stash under our mattress can vary considerably.
If the European Union mandates common charger standardization, consumers might applaud but Apple says there is a hidden downside.
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from gendered street signs to our politics and purchases.