How will Iraq’s economy cope if the U.S. heaps sanctions upon it? Australian PM Scott Morrison pledges cash for bushfire-ravaged areas. Ethical veganism is now protected under the U.K.’s equality laws. 

What does the U.S. assassination of an Iranian military leader mean for America’s allies? The strong job market isn’t translating to more pay. Board games remain extremely popular in the era of ubiquitous screens.

Oil prices spike after the U.S. kills an Iranian military leader. The Fed predicts nine state economies will shrink in 2020. Labor unions continue their uphill battle with the Trump Administration. The air taxi race is on.

Oil prices spike after Iran vowed to take revenge on the U.S. for killing its top military general. Companies have added ping-pong tables, beer fridges and even saunas to their offices, but is having fun at work good for business?

The new year is bringing clarity on some major trade deals. States are taking on consumer data protection. Designers are making Washington D.C. a fashion destination.

Illinois aims for transparency in A.I.-assisted job interviews. Google vows to stop the use of the “Double Irish Dutch Sandwich.” Remembering the late David Stern’s tenure as NBA commissioner. How the lack of parking is affecting hiring in Austin.

As Australia’s bush fires rage, economic and psychological costs mount. Google ditches a controversial tax. How English is changing the world. 

Plus: How academics are trying to reduce their carbon footprint and what to expect from Big Tech this decade.

What a new overtime pay rule could mean for low-paid managers and ringing in the new year with … solar panels.