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Back to SearchInvestors, Treasury bonds, and war in the Middle East
The Treasury Department is holding several government bond auctions this week. Treasury auctions can tell us a lot about the interest rates investors…
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The road (or light-rail) to the World Cup
Starting in mid-June, soccer fans will flock to 16 cities across North America for the World Cup. Each match will draw tens of thousands of fans, man…
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U.S. regulators eye rules for prediction markets
Marketplace's Meghan McCarty Carino takes a look at how platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are allowed to function in states with varying gambling …
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A shock to the oil system
The war in Iran has cost the global oil supply roughly 15 million barrels a day so far. Today, International Energy Agency executive director Fatih B…
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How to protect yourself from tax season scams
It's tax season. Therefore, it's also tax scam season. A new McAfee survey finds nearly one in four Americans has been a victim of a tax-related scam…
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The "Super Bowl" of energy
Top brass at the most consequential energy companies in the world are meeting in Houston this week for the annual CERAWeek. Energy industry leaders a…
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What do students lose when they rely on AI for homework?
More than 60% of middle, high school, and college students in the U.S. are turning to AI for homework help, according to a new study from Rand. Some …
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Shop for “the drop”
Looking for an exclusive pastel Trader Joe’s mini tote? How about the latest Labubu? Once a staple of sneaker and streetwear, the “limited drop” rele…
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The economics behind the rise of BTS and Korean culture
From the success of “K-pop Demon Hunters” to the return of BTS, K-pop is having a moment. But the rise of Korean culture was no accident—it has a dec…
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A word to the wise for air travelers
If you're traveling in the next week or so, get to the airport early. Airport security lines are growing as workers with the Transportation Security …
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