Economics

4 articles

A visually striking image contrasting the overwhelming commercialism of holidays with the quiet, traditional observance, highlighting the erosion of meaningful practices.

Culture

Commercialization of holidays is ruining tradition, but we can fix it.

In 2021, Americans spent approximately $886.

Eleanor Voss·September 12, 2026

Music

The Economic Impact of Music Festivals

An average day at San Francisco's Outside Lands festival costs attendees at least $301.

Andre Silva·June 29, 2026

Diverse crowd in a packed World Cup stadium, with some fans celebrating and others looking concerned, under dramatic stadium lighting.

Culture

World Cup 2026 Expands to 48 Teams, Raising Accessibility Concerns

A single ticket for the 2026 World Cup final was recently listed for nearly $33,000, making a seat at the ultimate football spectacle more expensive than a new car.

Eleanor Voss·June 8, 2026

Futuristic cityscape blending AI data streams with library stacks, symbolizing the impact of AI content tools on academic and economic landscapes.

Trends

AI Content Tools Surge: Economic Impact Expected by 2026

Submissions to the prestigious journal Organization Science have surged 42% since ChatGPT's late 2022 release, but this increase correlates with a rapid decline in writing quality.

Eleanor Voss·May 14, 2026