World Economy

It’s common to wonder as tax season ramps up: Are taxes too high? According to a new study by University of Cincinnati economics professor David Brasington, the answer is no, at least when it comes […]

When partners work from home, constant digital interruptions increase after-work frustration, strain couples’ relationships, and place a heavier psychological burden on women, UNSW research has found.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Public housing high-rises, common in the late 20th century, often siloed residents from surrounding communities. “You had these big towers that were in the middle of large courtyards, spaced far away from other residents,” said […]

The future of work is being rewritten by artificial intelligence (AI)—but technology competence alone will not be enough to empower the workforce of the future. While AI has massive potential to improve efficiency, accuracy, and […]

Filing taxes every year is an important and necessary task in Canada. But for many, tax preparation and filing can be overwhelming. One reason is that tax forms can sometimes be hard to interpret, especially […]

As kids head back to school and attention returns to the daily grind of lunch boxes, new research reveals Australian parents are overwhelmingly supportive of school-provided lunch programs, with nutrition and variety their biggest priorities. […]

In December 2025, the Trump administration accelerated the process of reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act—a shift that would reduce restrictions and penalties associated with the drug.This article […]

When a crowd gets something right, like guessing how many beans are in a jar, forecasting an election, or solving a difficult scientific problem, it’s tempting to credit the sharpest individual in the room. But […]

In a bold shift from traditional economics teaching, a group of researchers is calling on universities to bring happiness into the classroom.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

English pubs will receive a 15% discount on their business rates from April this year. The government deal, which also applies to music venues, follows a backlash from landlords who were facing a steep increase […]