One of the great advantages of learning about, studying, and teaching economics is the frequent (daily) real-world examples of economic principles in our daily lives. In just the last 24 hours, I’ve ...

The Great Recession of 2008 left an indelible mark on the global economy, reshaping financial landscapes and altering personal financial strategies. As we continue to navigate its aftermath, the ...

It is remarkable how the economic debate that has dominated political life over the past decade in Britain and much of Europe—how austere should we be?—is completely irrelevant to our current crisis, ...

Danielle explores the human and economic tolls of past pandemics. Today, Danielle (from the safety of her Chicago flat) looks back at a few of the world's biggest pandemics. From the Black Death of ...

“I'd fill my yard with chicks and turkeys and geese and ducks … As if to say "Here lives a wealthy man." With summer in full swing, many families are planning a trip to New York, and with it, a trip ...