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January 13, 2019
Weekly Economic News Roundup and federal spending
Published by Elaine Schwartz at January 13, 2019
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How an Art Heist Is like the Government Shutdown

Whether looking at an art heist, government shutdown negotiations or a soccer shootout, game theory can explain people's behavior.

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January 4, 2019
Weekly Economic News Roundup and Apple in China
Published by Elaine Schwartz at January 4, 2019
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A Closer Look at Apple in China

Looking at Apple in China, we can see the collateral damage that a seemingly targeted tariff can create for multinationals.

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December 16, 2018
Billboard superstars
Published by Elaine Schwartz at December 16, 2018
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Why Superstars Dominate the Billboard Hot 100 Chart

For 60 years, Billboard, every week, has ranked the best music. Using sales, radio play, and now streaming, they tell us what we like the most. […]

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November 21, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and a new kilogram measurment
Published by Elaine Schwartz at November 21, 2018
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Why the Kilogram Had to Change

To become more accessible and accurate, a new kilogram has been developed that that is based on ideas rather than an object.

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