Economics
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Mamdani Orders NYC Agencies to Find Savings Amid $6B Deficit Forecast
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has ordered city agencies to identify 2.5% in savings to address a projected $6 billion budget shortfall for the upcoming fiscal years.
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Anthropic internal rift over AI’s impact on white-collar labor market
Anthropic’s lead economist reports no significant AI-driven unemployment, contradicting CEO Dario Amodei’s warnings of a looming white-collar labor crisis.
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The Dual Challenge of Renewable Energy: Scaling Capacity Amid Local Resistance
While renewable energy costs continue to plummet, new data reveals that local visual resistance remains a critical hurdle for policy implementation.
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Von der Leyen Unveils Major Support Package for Armenia Amid Regional Realignment
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited Yerevan to unveil a major trade and economic support package designed to bolster Armenia’s pro-Western pivot.
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Alan Greenspan, Architect of the ‘Great Moderation’ and Central Banking Icon, Dies at 100
Alan Greenspan, the central banker who guided the U.S. economy for nearly two decades, has died at 100. His legacy remains a complex study of unparalleled influence, the ‘Great Moderation,’ and the regulatory philosophy that preceded the 2008 financial crisis.
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The Retirement Age Paradox: Why Raising Thresholds Creates Operational Gridlock
As nations grapple with aging workforces, legislative efforts to raise retirement ages face unexpected friction, particularly in high-stakes sectors like aviation and global labor markets.
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FIFA Faces Backlash as 2026 World Cup Ticket Pricing Sparks Legal Scrutiny
FIFA is under intense pressure as fans face record-high ticket prices and widespread revocations, leading to subpoenas from U.S. state attorneys general.
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The Unexpected Resilience of Cash in a Digital Age
As Australia sees a reversal in cash decline, the global pivot toward digital-only economies faces new questions about privacy, inclusion, and reliability.
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The Hidden Costs of Care: Why Childcare Reform Stalls Globally
From state-funded expansion to insurance premiums, the childcare crisis is reshaping labor markets and family stability across the globe.
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Supreme and MM6 Maison Margiela Debut Footwear Amid Market Shifts
As European economic indicators hold steady, the Supreme x MM6 Maison Margiela x Timberland collaboration arrives, signaling a resilient high-end streetwear market.
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Alan Greenspan Marks 100th Birthday, Reflecting on Economic Legacy
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan turned 100 on March 6, 2026. This centennial marks a significant milestone for a figure who profoundly shaped global economic policy.
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Zack Polanski: Green Party Leader Defies Convention with Bold Economics and Compassionate Migration Stance
Zack Polanski, newly elected leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, is shaking up British politics with an unapologetic economic vision rooted in democratic public finance and a compassionate approach to migration, challenging decades of established orthodoxy and…
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The Globalization of Professional Sports
An exploration of how professional sports have transcended borders, analyzing their cultural, economic, and ethical implications in a globalized world.
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Causes and Effects of Global Economic Recessions
Economic recessions are significant declines in economic activity. Learn about their causes, such as trade wars and financial crises, and their effects on employment, investment, and global markets.