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When we look at where the world's gasoline prices are high and low, we could be surprised with their affordability.
Looking at the Peterson Institute's 2020 numbers for the first phase of the US-China Trade Deal, we can see if the agreement is working.
Long gone, but still here in many ways, the cupcake bubble is a timeless story about more than decadent food.
Researchers at Purdue University are designing a moon habitat whose surprising location makes it resilient and safe.
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from Santa violating trade laws to wine prices.
My December e-links include two excellent books and then a description of the podcasts that I listen to everyday during my morning walks.
Hello Everyone-
I’m Elaine.
Having been in the classroom for decades, written three books (and some of a fourth one), I like to think about economics everywhere all the time. Every day, I’ve added a blog to econlife—now it has been almost 14 years and more than 4,000 posts. I am delighted that you are here and hope we can have some economic fun together.