A first in a U.S. city, Manhattan’s soon to appear congestion pricing could create the incentives its advocates expect.
How to Name a Craft Beer
Surprising economists for the loyalty they create, negative craft beer names create a positive response among consumers.
The iPhone: What We Didn’t Know We Wanted
Discussing the impact of the iPhone on its 15th anniversary, its developers say there was a slew of unexpected results.
Judging the Spillover From Corporate Tax Avoidance
U.S. tax collectors need more money. No, they are not referring to corporate tax avoidance. Our tax collection agency– the IRS–needs more budget money so that it can properly do its job. Because of years of flat or declining allocations…
The Pandemic’s Popcorn Problems
Because of coronavirus lockdowns and social distancing, movie theaters created popcorn problems for farmers.
Coronavirus, a Baby Boom, and a Divorce Spike
Evidence from past natural disasters indicate that the coronavirus impact could relate to the birth rate and the divorce rate.
The Hidden Side of Amazon Prime
Last week I realized that I immediately needed a tiny stapler. So, like you probably would have done, at my kitchen table, I spent $5.95. Two days later, Amazon Prime deposited the stapler (with 100 staples) on my doorstep. My…
New Territory for Self-Driving Cars
Whereas the Model T brought us suburbia, highways and McDonald’s, the spillover from self-driving cars will also transform our lives at home and at work.
