Ranked #1
Trump-era Opportunity Zones meant to help low-income communities exploited by investors
Trump-era Opportunity Zones meant to help low-income communities exploited by investors
Former President Donald Trump's 2017 tax plan created Opportunity Zones -- a program of tax incentives to encourage inve... Read more
11 Nov 2021
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9mins
Ranked #2
As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability
As housing costs boom, how home-buyers in one city search for affordability
As the U.S. grapples with the coronavirus, housing costs are skyrocketing. According to the latest S&P Core Logic Ca... Read more
4 Aug 2021
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8mins
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Exploring the economic argument for a return to open US borders
Exploring the economic argument for a return to open US borders
Since taking office in January, President Joe Biden has made a number of moves to change former President Trump's hardli... Read more
16 Jun 2021
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8mins
Ranked #4
How a rise in remote employment may impact post-pandemic work life
How a rise in remote employment may impact post-pandemic work life
Unemployment claims dropped again Thursday, and this week may also bring a clearer picture of what's happening with the ... Read more
3 Jun 2021
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9mins
Ranked #5
The US has a 'thirst' for immigrant workers. Why do so many struggle to get legal status?
The US has a 'thirst' for immigrant workers. Why do so many struggle to get legal status?
President Joe Biden has said that changing immigration law remains an important piece of his agenda. But the path to new... Read more
20 May 2021
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Ranked #6
A look into Amazon's employee conditions as the company pushes back against unionization
A look into Amazon's employee conditions as the company pushes back against unionization
For almost two months, Amazon workers have been voting on whether to unionize at one of the company's major warehouses i... Read more
29 Mar 2021
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8mins
Ranked #7
The fate of bats is hanging in the balance. That could have very real consequences for us
The fate of bats is hanging in the balance. That could have very real consequences for us
The World Health Organization is expected to release a report on its investigation into the origins of the novel coronav... Read more
17 Mar 2021
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Ranked #8
Millions of Americans saddled with student debt as debate continues over relief
Millions of Americans saddled with student debt as debate continues over relief
As Washington debates how to provide economic aid during the pandemic, many say one critical component should be part of... Read more
3 Mar 2021
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7mins
Ranked #9
With millions looking for work, stigmas create a dearth of skilled tradespeople
With millions looking for work, stigmas create a dearth of skilled tradespeople
Jobless claims were high again this past week with more than 860,000 people filing for unemployment benefits for the fir... Read more
18 Feb 2021
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8mins
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How unconventional trading led to turmoil on Wall Street
How unconventional trading led to turmoil on Wall Street
In late January, a handful of unlikely Wall Street stocks began skyrocketing in value, which has led to big market volat... Read more
3 Feb 2021
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7mins