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Climate change forces third-generation fisherman to rethink this year
Jun 25, 2024
Warming ocean temperatures affect albacore tuna’s migratory patterns, and that’s made it more difficult for local fishermen to make a living catching them.
As EV sales growth slows, the industry faces bankruptcies and new challenges
Jun 18, 2024
Fisker filed for bankruptcy, underscoring the electric vehicle market's troubles. More options and standardization may help.
How does the cost of housing figure into the consumer price index? It's complicated.
Jun 14, 2024
Owners' equivalent rent measures the market cost of living in a home — which is a bit different from how much we actually spend on housing.
A new report says worldwide oil demand will peak in 2029. Some oil industry observers are skeptical.
Jun 13, 2024
Even if the prediction's right, Big Oil will be with us much longer.
Ad spending is climbing, thanks to tireless consumers — and artificial intelligence
Jun 11, 2024
AI promises to improve ad targeting. It can also generate content tailored to individuals.
Netflix's new look is designed to keep you hooked
Jun 7, 2024
The streaming giant announced this week it’s rolling out its redesigned TV app. The whole goal is to make it more tempting to stay on the app for longer.
How equitable are 401(k) plans?
Jun 6, 2024
A new Vanguard study says 401(k)s aren’t enough for many people to retire, and that the top 20% of earners get 44% of employer contributions.
Nanobubbles help this lakeside cope with toxic algae — and the changing climate
Jun 5, 2024
As climate change warms water, algae is killing fish and plants in U.S. lakes, including California's Lake Elsinore. New tech could save them.
Home prices have reached new records, yet consumer confidence rose. What gives?
May 28, 2024
Turns out what we're seeing may not be optimism as much as less pessimism.
Why working women feel less financially secure than working men
May 24, 2024
An annual workplace benefits report from Bank of America shows it's not just because they make less money overall.