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The Phillips Curve says that low unemployment is linked to high inflation. But history shows that the economy doesn't always work that way.

Consumers enjoying a buoyant stock market and high house prices may feel inclined to spend more, but how much more is uncertain.

A former church. A motorcycle repair garage. Some coworking space companies are eschewing the WeWork business model and are opting for a more local approach.

As climate change warms water, algae is killing fish and plants in U.S. lakes, including California's Lake Elsinore. New tech could save them.

It’s one of those terms we hear attached to economic data all the time. But what is seasonal adjustment and how is it done?

The open streets movement boomed during the height of the pandemic, when many wanted to get outside while staying safe. Now, some want to keep expanded access to streets and sidewalks.

The same disputes from the Olympic bidding process still rage.

The government reports construction spending fell for a second month in April. And factory orders were up less than 1% after being revised down for March.

The 0.7% increase signals a healthy tone for manufacturing, at least relative to recent weak readings for construction and consumer spending.

The data suggest the job market could be returning to more normal times after an exceptional period of hiring new employees.