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Indie games are a “heart-dominant” business
May 14, 2024
David Brancaccio on the parallels between Super Meat Boy and Picasso’s masterpieces.
A markets regulator is concerned about bets on election results
by
David Brancaccio
and Alex Schroeder
May 14, 2024
Financial regulators are worried about derivatives markets — especially ones regarding elections.
Fewer medical students apply for residencies in states with abortion bans
May 14, 2024
According to new data from the Research and Action Institute at the Association of American Medical Colleges, OB/GYN, internal medicine, and emergency medicine programs saw the biggest drops — around 7% or 8%.
Why one New York health system stopped suing its patients
by
Noam Levey
May 14, 2024
Most U.S. hospitals aggressively pursue patients for unpaid bills. One New York hospital system decided to work with them instead.
Animal shelters had a strong 2020. Then came the affordable housing crisis.
by
Jordan Mangi
May 14, 2024
Rescues and shelters are taking “proactive” action to keep pets that have a home in their home.
How can the WNBA maximize this moment?
May 14, 2024
Superstar rookies Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Kamila Cardoso bring a new wave of fans and media attention to the professional game — and now the WNBA's challenge is making it last.
Consumers don't expect their incomes to grow as fast as prices
May 13, 2024
Consumers forecast inflation at 3.3% this time next year and are less confident that their earnings will rise as much as they had expected.
For public good, not for profit.
Primary home stock gets a boost as demand for second homes drops
May 13, 2024
Softer demand for second homes has led to greater inventory in some markets, but overall, the climate is still competitive for buyers.
More companies are adopting policies to support employees recovering from addiction
May 13, 2024
Nearly 50 million people in the U.S. have a substance use disorder, and most are in the workforce. Could employers take a bigger role in recovery?
Fast-food chains may need to offer more value meals to lure customers
May 13, 2024
McDonalds, KFC and Pizza Hut have reported soft sales as customers reject inflated prices. That means franchises have to get creative.