Economy

The holiday season boosts consumer spending with a record $11.8B on Black Friday. Denver sees rising Christmas tree prices.

Over 20% of Americans will face mental illness in their lifetimes. Flexible, trusting managers are key to workplace success.

Governments are tightening controls on speech and expanding surveillance globally. Whistleblowers reveal the limits of legal protections while advocating for democratic accountability and civil disobedience.

Charitable giving in the U.S. is evolving, with donor-advised funds growing and blurring the lines between charity and politics.

The U.S. oil tanker seizure aims to further strain Venezuela’s economy, escalating tension and impacting oil exports.

Many employees support marginalized colleagues but feel like impostors. Overcome this with small, confident actions.

Health insurance premiums in the U.S. grew three times faster than worker earnings from 1999 to 2024, per new research.

You’re faced with a tough choice: a costly California home with less risk or an affordable Texas option with climate risks.

The 2025 government shutdown highlighted struggles with food insecurity, as SNAP benefits were suspended for 43 days.

In October 2025, US$2 billion disappeared from a digital marketplace after Valve changed the rules for Counter-Strike 2.

Americans are aware that each penny costs 4 cents to mint. The U.S. Mint pressed the last penny on Nov. 12, 2025.

‘Tis the season for shopping, but beware of stricter return policies. Returns cost retailers billions yearly.