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How much does a Super Bowl commercial cost? Here's the average breakdown since 1967
The monetary rise in NFL’s big game ads is something to behold.
Wings and Guacamole Are Cheaper, Just in Time for Your Super Bowl Party
Football fans can rejoice: Wings and guacamole are plentiful and affordable again.
Delta launches free wi-fi for most of its domestic fleet
Delta’s move will put pressure on other airlines to go full Starbucks.
High School Financial Literacy | College of Business
Many of our every day decisions have a financial impact, which makes personal finance a crucial skill. It applies in almost every aspect of life. It’s especially important in high school, before students venture on the
Moody's Analytics CRE | Key Takeaways from the 4th Quarter Housing Affordability Update
Moody’s Analytics CRE closely monitors housing affordability across the nation. Our economists share the latest findings from Q4 2022.
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Cartoon of the Day #inflation #wages #economyhttps://t.co/8IQtr15pbm pic.twitter.com/DiaViXnJc4— Hedgeye (@Hedgeye) January 30, 2023
Is tipping getting out of control? Many consumers say yes
NEW YORK (AP) — Across the country, there’s a silent frustration brewing about an age-old practice that many say is getting out of hand: tipping. Some fed-up consumers are posting rants on social media complaining about tip requests at drive-thrus, while others say they’re tired of being asked to leave a gratuity for a muffin or a simple cup of coffee at their neighborhood bakery.
1. Gas Stations | The Economics of Everyday Things
In our first episode, host Zachary Crockett sidles up to the pump to ask: Who owns your local gas station, and where do their profits really come from?
Fake meat: Food’s future or a fad?
A debate is raging about the place plant-based meat alternatives will have at the dinner table in the long run.
Housing Market Predictions for the Next 5 Years Promise Lots of Surprises
Fasten your seatbelt: The housing market is in for a bumpy five-year ride.
Lack of financial literacy cost 15% of adults at least $10,000 in 2022. Here's how the rest fared
The average cost of lacking financial know-how was $1,819 in 2022, according to the survey of about 3,000 adults across the U.S.
Top Companies that announced Major Layoffs in 2023
Intellizence has curated a list of major companies that have announced mass layoffs, job cuts, downsizing, hiring freezes, and furloughs.
VA Council on Econ Ed on Twitter
Sports Econ is at the forefront of this session. How do pro football coaches make decisions to ensure they maximize expected points? Their coaching staff includes economists and data scientists who project the probability of success by identifying the problems the team face. pic.twitter.com/ofibVfgd1t— VA Council on Econ Ed (@_VCEE) January 27, 2023
Human Freedom Index 2022
On a scale of 0 to 10, where 10 represents more freedom, the average human freedom rating for the 165 jurisdictions fell from 7.03 in 2019 to 6.81 in 2020. Most areas of freedom fell, including significant declines in the rule of law and freedom of movement, expression, association and assembly, and freedom to trade.
VOC Teacher Certification Course
Certification for educators that want to effectively teach their students about communism’s brutal past and its deadly legacy.
A four-day workweek is less stressful — and just as productive
A shorter week improves job satisfaction and doesn’t come at the cost of productivity, according to one study.
Interactive: What activities make us happy? - Blog
The vast data set collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the creativity from the Flowing Data team on how to display it never cease to amaze. In this time-lapse video, you will see how the activities we enjoy change from the ages of 20-70. Ever wonder if satisfaction with one's main job increases with time OR what activities seem to be enjoyed at any age? Watch the video and find out: Questions: What activities seemed to consistently rank high on the happiness scale?
Black History Month 2023
Black History Month 2023
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Costa Rica and El Silencio: A Story of Economic Development for Students (Marks & Miskec)
Costa Rica’s decision to eliminate its military and channel funds into environmental protection and public services has aided in its success. GDP per capita has grown, extreme poverty has been almo…
Why skyscrapers are so short - Works in Progress
The height of skyscrapers is limited by physical, economic and regulatory barriers, but we should want to overcome them and build taller. Here's how we can do it.
Ticketmaster fumbles Taylor Swift’s presale
It was a mess: Ticketmaster glitches, hourslong virtual queues, and tickets on resale sites hitting five digits.
Ticketmaster Blames Bots for Taylor Swift Presale Chaos
Live Nation Ticketmaster President and CFO John Berchtold testified in Washington D.C. Tuesday morning about the company's alleged monopoly.
Zach Bryan Wants to Burn Ticketmaster to the Ground
Despite a vow of “fair prices for all,” the country star’s options to circumvent Ticketmaster on an anticipated tour are limited
Gen Zers won't even apply to a job if the salary isn't listed
A new Adobe survey shows 85% of the youngest Americans would be less likely to apply to a job that didn't disclose pay.
Health Inequality Project
US economy continued to grow in Q4, but the threat of a recession looms
Pretty, pretty good.
Policy Basics: Where Do Our Federal Tax Dollars Go? | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
How The Big Short Actually Worked
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Why Are Eggs So Expensive, and WTF Do I Cook Instead?
It’s a perfect storm for pricey eggs. But home cooks have options.