How much should you get paid for your job? Well, that depends on a lot of factors. Your skill set, the demand for the skills you have, and what other people are getting paid around you all factor in. In a lot of ways, labor markets work...

Economic crises can and do happen. But for every true crisis, there are many false alarms, says economist Philipp Carlsson-Szlezak. He explains how to live with the media's pervasive economic doomsaying, why we should stop treating...

In South Africa, voters will go to the polls Wednesday in an election that could present the strongest challenge to date for the ruling African National Congress. A recent wave of xenophobic attacks has put the issue of immigration front...

The coronavirus pandemic is causing immense economic damage. The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits has surged as businesses nationwide close down and are forced to lay off workers. Has the country ever experienced...

TV executive Lauren Zalaznick thinks deeply about pop television. Sharing results of a bold study that tracks attitudes against TV ratings over five decades, she makes a case that television reflects who we truly are -- in ways we might...

Unexpectedly losing a job is hard, but it can also change you in the long term, setting off a cycle that may be hard to break out of, and leaving lasting effects on the way you see and interact with the world.

Pollster Dalia Mogahed shares surprising data on Egyptian people's attitudes and hopes before the Arab Spring -- with a special focus on the role of women in sparking change.

During economic crises, marginalized communities are more susceptible to the harms and struggle that come with these downturns. Today we'll talk about the Great Depression, which lasted from 1929 until the US entered World War II. This...

This week, Adriene and Jacob teach you about macroeconomics. This is the stuff of big picture economics, and the major movers in the economy. Like taxes and monetary policy and inflation and policy. We need this stuff, because if you...

The value of money is determined by how much (or how little) of it is in circulation. But who makes that decision, and how does their choice affect the economy at large? Doug Levinson takes a trip into the United States Federal Reserve,...

Imagine that you've been unemployed for months. Government benefit programs have helped you cover your expenses, but you're barely getting by. Finally, you receive a paycheck— but there's a catch. Your new job pays enough to disqualify...

In 1932, one in four Americans was unemployed, marking the highest unemployment rate in the country's history. The Democratic presidential candidate Franklin D. Roosevelt promised a New Deal— a comprehensive set of legislation to support...

How much should you get paid for your job? Well, that depends on a lot of factors. Your skill set, the demand for the skills you have, and what other people are getting paid around you all factor in. In a lot of ways, labor markets work...

The video discusses the dual mandate of central banks to maintain full employment and stable prices, highlighting the nuances in defining these goals. It delves into the challenges of accurately measuring economic indicators like...

Did you know that France is a leading industrialized country with one of the world's largest economies? In fact, it's a main global exporter. Learn more about France’s key economic sectors and industries. Explore the country’s role and...

Over the last month, many economic forecasters have increased the likelihood of a recession in the next year to over 50%! Are you ready financially

Have you heard that inflation is spiraling out of control? Have you heard that we're in a recession? Have you heard that people have less spending power today than their parents did 30 years ago? If you're on social media (and who...

Howcast - Each month, the United States Government conducts a sample survey to measure the extent of unemployment in the country. To calculate the national unemployment rate, the survey places people in three categories: employed,...

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As machinery takes over from manual labourers, discover the effect this is having on one of Brazil's many thousands of sugarcane cutters. Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. The sugarcane industry was once the largest...

Explore how targeted policies can help address the high unemployment rates and economic disparities faced by Black men. Learn about the impact of subsidized employment programs and how improving job opportunities can positively affect...

This video explores the complex factors contributing to homelessness in the U.S., including the lack of affordable housing, mental health challenges, and systemic issues like the deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill. Learn how...

As Americans are facing inflation pain points and recession fears, there have been many misconceptions about the state of the economy. Here are the key differences to know and how it affects your money.

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