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The Lobster War Between Sweden and Maine
The future of North American lobster exports to the European Union was threatened when 32 “surly” reddish green lobsters were found in Scandinavian waters.
Searching For an Accurate Statistic
Whether looking at the height of Mount Everest or at the rules of origin that will be renegotiated during the NAFTA talks, we have a statistical accuracy problem.
How to Make a NAFTA Burger
Deconstructing your hamburger and French fries, you would see how NAFTA benefits consumers with lower prices for each ingredient.
The Newest Battle in the Washing Machine Trade War
The U.S. tariffs that target South Korean washing machine imports have created new incentives on the supply and demand sides of the market.
China’s Recycling Reversal
When China told the WTO it would no longer recycle a lot of the world’s waste, it created a ripple of externalities from Hong Kong to Portland, Oregon.
A Banana, a Billionaire, and a Tesla Tax Follow-Up
Our banana, $450 million painting, and Tesla tax stories were just so interesting that they deserved fascinating follow-ups.
Why China Wants To Be Called a Market Economy
A year ago, China filed a formal complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO). Targeting the European Union and the United States, China’s goal was to have its economy called a market. The case is huge. Its results could transform…
How Price Affects Avocado Eaters
There is considerable evidence that we have what Bloomberg calls an “avocado addiction.” In Brooklyn, you can eat at Avocaderia, the world’s first avocado bar (according to their website). The Food Network has a recipe for avocado pie. And Square…
(Almost) Everything You Never Knew About Brexit
Ranging from losing domain names to getting dual citizenship, the huge list of tiny Brexit details conveys what a U.K. exit truly involves.