Pope Francis Takes on Wall Street
In a new essay, the pope calls for intensified regulation of the "sophisticated technologies" of financial markets.
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How Much Energy Does Bitcoin Actually Use?
The secretive industry is notoriously hard to track, but an economics-based model could help researchers and policymakers estimate just how much electricity the cryptocurrency requires.
Federal Judge Sides Against Oakland’s Ban on Coal Shipments
A federal judge in California blocked the city of Oakland's attempt to prevent the shipment of coal through a proposed cargo terminal.
Dismantling Misrepresentations of Food Stamp Recipients
An anti-SNAP campaign in Washington, D.C., and proposed legislation to reduce the social safety net are both feeding off well-worn myths around welfare recipients.
Health-Care Costs Are Growing in the U.S., Thanks in Large Part to Private Insurers
Three charts that show how health-care costs are rising, especially for people with private insurance.
Suicide and Drug Use Are Still Rising Across the U.S.
A new report concludes that deaths from suicide, alcohol, and drug use continue to increase.
A California Court Just Ruled That Gig Workers Are Bona Fide Employees. Will Courts in Other States Follow Suit?
The California Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling this week on the classification on independent contractors. The decision is expected to have big ramifications in California and elsewhere.
Scenes From May Day Protests and Celebrations Around the World
People around the world are taking to the streets today to fight for workers' rights.
Costs and Benefits: Are Corporate Tax Breaks in ‘Opportunity Zones’ a Good Idea?
A little-known tax incentive could provide important investment to areas that haven't yet recovered from the Great Recession, but the incentives don't come without risks.
Snapshots of American Unions Through the Ages
Twelve photos that show the evolution of the U.S. labor movement from the early 1900s to today.