Economist and author Allison Schrager discusses positive elements in today's economy including climbing wages, retirement planning, and inflation. The conversation also touches on TikTok, younger generations living at home, and societal norms influencing risk-taking and innovation.
Climbing wages and positive retirement planning highlight the current state of the economy.
The rise of younger generations living at home and TikTok are key topics in today's conversation.
The increased honeybee population in the US is attributed to factors like agricultural tax breaks and almond milk demand.
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Honeybee Population on the Rise in the United States
The honeybee population in the United States has seen a significant increase, with record numbers reported. This rise has been attributed to factors such as agricultural tax breaks and hyper-pollination due to the demand for almond milk. More people are taking up beekeeping as a hobby, leading to a surge in honeybee populations.
Thailand Set to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
Thailand is on track to become the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize same-sex marriage. The lower house of parliament passed a bill, which is expected to smoothly proceed through the Senate and be signed into law by the king. This landmark move marks progress in human rights in Thailand.
Census Bureau Updates Forms on Race and Ethnicity
The Census Bureau has updated its forms for the first time in 27 years to include changes related to race and ethnicity questions. The new forms allow individuals to select multiple racial and ethnic categories, providing more accurate representation. Additional categories have been added for people of Middle Eastern and North African heritage.
New Data – Census Forms now Allow Multiple Racial and Ethnic Categories
The Census Bureau has updated its forms for the first time in 27 years to include changes related to race and ethnicity questions. Individuals can now select multiple racial and ethnic categories on the forms, offering a more inclusive representation. The addition of new categories for Middle Eastern and North African heritage enhances the accuracy of demographic data collected.
Demographic Data Enhancement by the Census Bureau
The Census Bureau has revamped its data collection forms after 27 years to provide a more inclusive and accurate representation of race and ethnicity. Individuals can now choose multiple racial and ethnic categories on the census forms, allowing for better identification and representation. This move aims to address the diversity of the population, including new categories for individuals of Middle Eastern and North African heritage.
Many news stories tend to focus on the doom and gloom of our current economy. Zachary and Emma speak with economist and author Allison Schrager, who tends to see things differently. Climbing wages, retirement planning, and even the current state of inflation are all positive elements of today's economy. TikTok and the rise of younger generations living at home are also hot button topics in today’s conversation.
