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In somewhat unexpected ways, our opinion of a present can depend on whether the gift wrapping is sloppy or neat.
Because of the wait time that they force us to sacrifice, elevators and traffic lights are somewhat similar.
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranges from Arctic shipping and eggs to Mount Everest.
Our two December e-links reflect frivolous pleasure through a Grisham mystery and learning pleasure from Marketplace tech.
Whether looking at its newfound height, the traffic jams, or the role of Nepal, Mount Everest always takes us to the margin.
Thinking about melting snow and ice, we can ask how soon there will be Arctic shipping lanes that provide new trade routes.
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.