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June 25, 2023
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June 25, 2023
Why Billionaires Are Not What They Used To Be

Although our opinion of billionaires seems to be slipping into negative territory, still we are conflicted.

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June 24, 2023
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June 24, 2023
Our Weekly Economic News Roundup: From Finding Billionaires to Paying Superstars

Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from paternity leave to AC dilemmas.

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June 23, 2023
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June 23, 2023
One Totally Unexpected Reason That Beyoncé Makes So Much Money

With music superstars like Beyonce earning a disproportionate amount of industry income, the reason why could be surprising.

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June 21, 2023
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June 21, 2023
How Popular is Paid Paternity Leave?

With the popularity of paid paternity leave seeming to surge, we need to look more closely at why many dads still say no.

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June 20, 2023
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June 20, 2023
Where and When We Can Find the Most Wealth

Looking at the world's affluence we can point a lens at billionaire wealth and at global income inequality.

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June 19, 2023
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June 19, 2023
How International Cooperation Is Preventing a Catastrophe

An example of the tragedy of the commons, an abandoned oil storage tanker anchored near Yemen could become a catastrophe.

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June 17, 2023
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June 17, 2023
Our Weekly Economic News Roundup: From Line Sitters to Common Chargers

Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from peak oil to baggage fees and inventions.

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June 16, 2023
Weekly Economic News Roundup and oil facts
June 16, 2023
When Our Oil Use Will Change

Moving from the supply side to demand, our estimate of when we can reach peak oil has recently changed.

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June 14, 2023
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June 14, 2023
Why We Want Common Chargers

Whether looking at cell phones or cars, we see "less friction" when we have a common charger that diminishes clutter, inefficiency, and cost.

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June 12, 2023
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June 12, 2023
Why We Should Care About “One-Click”

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June 11, 2023
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June 11, 2023
When to Worry About Genericide

Companies with trademark protection can become the victims of genericide when their good or service becomes too popular.

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June 10, 2023
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June 10, 2023
Our Weekly Economic News Roundup: From Busy Moms to Baby Names

Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from immigation to the best places to live.

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