World Economy

Despite decades of progress, the gender pay gap remains a persistent feature of the UK labor market. According to women’s rights charity the Fawcett Society, November 22 marked Equal Pay Day 2025—the day when women […]

Calorie labels on menus are meant to help people make healthier choices when eating out. However, calorie information only influences people who are already actively trying to lose weight, according to a new study from […]

A new report from social mobility charity the Sutton Trust shows that children from poorer families are more likely to have special educational needs. It also shows that children from wealthier families who have some […]

Canadians are paying more for food than ever. Canada’s Food Price Report 2025 estimates that a family of four will spend up to $801 more on food this year, with overall prices expected to rise […]

Early childhood educators and staff nurture and teach children under the age of 5. At its best, this type of early care sets kids up for long-term success.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

It’s popular advice for new graduates: “Find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” Love for one’s work, Americans are often told, is the surest route to success.This article […]

If people do not observe inequality, they are less likely to favor policies that redistribute wealth, such as taxation—but they are also more satisfied with their lot, according to online experiments involving 1,440 US-based participants.This […]

A simple shift in business education, training MBA students to listen effectively, can significantly boost their humility and ability to lead with integrity, according to a new study from the University of Surrey.This article is […]

Stanford researchers found that contestants bet bigger on Daily Doubles when they’re on a streak—even though their performance barely budges.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

With Black Friday approaching, the holiday shopping frenzy is in full swing. Retailers are pulling out all the stops to capitalize on the season of gift giving and consumer culture. But why is it that […]