1681. Laffer Curve in the United Kingdom?
An argument that the UK government's capital gains tax changes have led to decreased revenue, highlighting the long-term effects of tax policy on economic behavior.
1682. Trump taps White House economist Stephen Miran to fill Fed vacancy on temporary basis
The post discusses Trump's nomination of Stephen Miran to a temporary position on the Federal Reserve's board of governors.
1683. I've tracked my last 800 flights. Here's when you really need to get to the airport.
Nate Silver shares insights from his extensive flying experience, advising on optimal airport arrival times and challenging conventional wisdom about excessive early arrivals.
1684. We Have Never Been Woke Part 4: Why Are Symbolic Capitalists Woke?
Kevin Corcoran analyzes the rise of symbolic capitalists, their demographic characteristics, and their ideological alignment with Progressivism in American society.
1685. What to Watch (or Not): Ballard, Perfect Days, Billy Joel
The post reviews three media pieces, critiquing a TV show for poor writing, praising a film for its artistic depth, and exploring themes of isolation and connection.
1686. The Emperor’s New Trade Deal
Paul Krugman critiques Donald Trump's misconceptions about a trade deal with the EU, highlighting the economic implications of tariffs and their limited impact on Europe.
1687. 11 ways NPR readers resist the impulse to shop (plus, a poem for inspo)
Tips for mindful shopping are shared to help avoid regret and overspending, emphasizing the importance of resisting impulsive purchases.
1688. My entertaining Conversation with Annie Jacobsen
A discussion on nuclear weapons, fear, decision-making in crises, and reflections from defense officials on war and disarmament.
1689. Trump doubles tariffs on India, jeopardizing longstanding ties
The post discusses escalating tensions between the U.S. and India due to increased tariffs and pressure on India regarding Russian oil purchases.
1690. The legal case for — and against — Trump's tariffs
Scott Horsley discusses the legality of President Trump's tariffs and their financial implications for the government and American families.
1691. Trump's broad tariffs go into effect, just as economic pain is surfacing
Tariffs on goods from over 60 countries and the EU are implemented, coinciding with emerging economic challenges in the U.S.
1692. Equality Before the Law, Equality of Permission, and the Language of Libertarianism
Marcos Falcone explores how libertarians can redefine equality through the concept of "equality of permission" to bridge the gap between freedom and equality in public discourse.
1693. United Airlines flights grounded nationwide because of computer problems
A major computer system outage caused significant disruptions to United Airlines flights across the U.S., leading to ground stops at major hubs.
1694. CalculatedRisk (Still) on Recession Watch
Menzie Chinn discusses the U.S. economy's resilience, cautioning against recession predictions despite some negative indicators and trade policy impacts.
1695. Recession Watch Metrics
An argument that discusses various economic indicators and metrics to assess the likelihood of a recession, emphasizing housing, yield curves, and vehicle sales data.
1696. Accounting Identities and Economic Theories
Jon Murphy clarifies the distinction between accounting identities and economic models, emphasizing their different roles in understanding economic relationships and behaviors.
1697. Claire's, the ear-piercing tween mall staple, is bankrupt — again
Alina Selyukh discusses Claire's second bankruptcy in seven years, highlighting issues like debt, changing shopper habits, and tariff costs.
1698. About That Stock Market
An argument that despite harmful economic policies, stock market resilience is driven by narratives, particularly optimism about AI, rather than accurate predictions of economic downturns.
1699. Immigrant memoir comics!
The post highlights favorite immigrant memoir comics, emphasizing their diverse perspectives on the immigrant experience and their cultural significance in understanding America today.
1700. MBA: Mortgage Applications Increase in Latest Weekly Survey
Mortgage applications rose due to lower rates, reflecting a response to economic conditions, with both purchase and refinance activities showing significant year-over-year increases.