Economics & Work
Here’s what happened when AI and humans met in a strawberry-growing contest
Do they really need the human touch?
Norway has highest share of women scientists and engineers in Europe
Despite overall increase over the past 20 years, share of women in science and engineering falls in some European countries
Bitcoin and blockchain 101: Why the future will be decentralized
A crash course in the history of money, the birth of Bitcoin, and blockchain technology.
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Workplace disrupted – five themes that will define the future of work
The best time to start was yesterday, the second best is now.
Virus made inequality much worse across the world, says report
Inequality in wealth, gender, and race grew to unprecedented levels across the world, according to OxFam report.
Money impacts happiness more than previously thought, study finds
A new study casts doubt on previous research showing that emotional well-being plateaus at an income of $75,000 per year.
Five collectibles with better returns than the stock market
People often make a killing in stocks, but there are other ways to potentially turn major profits.
How work addiction negatively affects your mental and physical health
Workaholism is perhaps the most socially accepted addiction, but a new paper shines light on the serious health risks that accompany it along with which occupations are most at risk.
5 big predictions for 2021
A deeper appreciation for science and less unnecessary spending could be in our future.
How Many Americans Die at Work?
Most Americans don't think twice about workplace safety. Perhaps they should. In newly updated numbers for 2012, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 4,628 Americans met their demise while on the job.