Where Do We Need To Boost Birth Rates?

The financial “band-aid” approach of many nations has made the problem of low birth rates especially tough to solve.

The Seismic Changes in Doritos Supply

Looking at Doritos supply and demand, we see seismic changes in supply but little happening on the demand side.

Why You Might Be Younger Than You Think

Typically starting with your birth date, calculating your age could depend on chronology, biology, or where you live.

Why Mint Chocolate (Chicken) Could Be Our Next Trendy Food

Looking at trendy food takes us to South Korean tastes and the U.S. history of new foods coming and going.

How the Middle Income Trap Could Ensnare China

Hoping to avoid the middle income trap, China is taking the less typical socialist route through their “common prosperity” policies.

How (Not) to Eliminate Face Mask Shortages

Whether looking at rationing, price caps, trade restrictions, or the market, the problem of face mask shortages is tough to solve.

A Labor Day Look at How Much We Work

Comparing the U.S. workweek with South Korea and five European nations reveals how much we do at night and during the weekend.

(Almost) All You Need To Know About Quotas

From sleeveless jackets to begging brides and young sports teams with no uniforms, the complexities of quotas can produce a slew of unpredictable results.

The Countries With the Best Internet

Whereas we can rank countries’ internet access and correlate internet access to economic growth, quantifying the internet /GDP connection is impossible.