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Sep 8, 2015

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The strategy behind buying slot machines; Germany's good deed and good investment; and Shuddle-ing the kids around. 

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I've Always Wondered ...

How do casinos decide where to put slot machines?

by Nancy Marshall-Genzer
Sep 8, 2015
They use the urinal theory, among other secrets.
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Taking in refugees has costs — and potential benefits

by Scott Tong
Sep 8, 2015
German workforce is shrinking as the population ages. Educated refugees can help.
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Gaming to ease mental and emotional health problems

by Molly Wood and Daisy Palacios
Sep 8, 2015
Jane McGonigal tells how looking for a personal 'power-up' helped her heal.
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Rideshares for kids take on the after-school pickup

by Molly Wood and Eliza Mills
Sep 8, 2015
Bay Area company Shuddle wants to be the Uber for children.
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What we know about paid sick leave

by Sabri Ben-Achour
Sep 8, 2015
Dozens of places in the U.S. require it. What does their experience show?
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Verizon tries to stream its way to the small screen

by Nova Safo
Sep 8, 2015
The company has launched GO90, an ad-supported service for mobile.
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United's CEO has stepped down amid a federal probe

by Molly Wood and Sabri Ben-Achour
Sep 8, 2015
One of the airlines routes is key to an investigation into the Port Authority.
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The strategy behind buying slot machines; Germany’s good deed and good investment; and Shuddle-ing the kids around. 

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