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For retirees, homeownership may not be the asset it used to be
by
Amy Scott
and Sarah Leeson
May 7, 2024
Paula Span of The New York Times says that these days, aging in place might feel more like being stuck in place .
Why the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. has been getting busier
by
Justin Ho
May 7, 2024
CFIUS has a say in foreign transactions when national security is a concern, including venture capital and real estate deals.
Joint fundraising: A campaign strategy to increase contributions
by
David Brancaccio
and Kimberly Adams
May 7, 2024
In the lead-up to the 2024 general election, joint fundraising committees have collected $1 billion in contributions so far.
Paid sick leave expands after many pandemic protections vanish
by
Zach Dyer
May 7, 2024
The U.S. is among few countries that do not guarantee paid sick leave. But more states are onboard, and it may be on the ballot in others.
Replacing lead water pipes is expensive. Not finishing the job may cost more.
May 7, 2024
The Biden administration has just released another $3 billion in subsidies. About 9 million lead pipes nationwide need replacing.
Will Reddit's IPO bet pay off?
May 7, 2024
We’ll get quarterly results from Reddit after the bell today, the first chance to see the company's earnings since its stock market debut back in March.
U.S. and Europe chafe over "overcapacity" — but is it real?
May 6, 2024
Is the problem unfair industry subsidies, or is China just better at making electric vehicles?
For public good, not for profit.
Job satisfaction up, but may be near a plateau
May 6, 2024
By one measure, we are happier with our jobs than ever. But issues around workplace culture and relationships are gaining importance.
Electric aircraft companies are scrambling toward FAA certification as funding gets tight
by
Henry Epp
May 6, 2024
The goal: an electric aircraft that can take off and land vertically.
In a boom town gone bust, a recreation center becomes a burden
by
Will Walkey
May 6, 2024
When times were good, Hanna, Wyoming, built a giant rec center for coal workers. Now with just 700 residents, the town can't afford upkeep.