Jeffrey Miron A common critique of marijuana legalization asserts that marijuana use causes mental illness. Numerous studies document a correlation between use and conditions such as psychosis. This evidence, however, does not pin down the degree to which use causes, versus results from, reduced mental health. Indeed, mere correlations are consistent with use, making preexisting mental health conditions less severe. New evidence ...
While the convenience of online shopping is undeniable, brick-and-mortar stores remain an essential part of the consumer experience. In-store shopping has evolved over the last few years, with consumers expecting more of an immersive experience to draw them in. Apart from tactile offerings, in-store shopping offers a more personable experience for customers. Before you open your first retail space, there ...
Iran has finished its largest-ever barrage of missiles fired at Israel, but warns that a retaliatory strike could warrant further ballistic response. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said during the Asia Cooperation Dialogue summit this week that Israel must not believe it can act with ‘impunity,’ according to Reuters. ‘Any type of military attack, terrorist act or crossing our red lines ...
In his speech before the United Nations General Assembly last week, President Biden proposed building a ‘more effective and more inclusive U.N.’ by ‘bringing in new voices and new perspectives.’ What he should have said instead is that the U.N. has lost its way, and it will need to be seriously reimagined if it is to remain relevant. To be ...
Romina Boccia Congress will soon consider the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), which would unfairly increase benefits for individuals with earnings that weren’t subject to Social Security taxation and end up costing taxpayers an additional $196 billion over ten years. Reps. Garret Graves (R‑LA) and Abigail Spanberger (D‑VA) have secured enough support to file ...
Choosing the right Boomi consulting service is essential for businesses aiming to manage integrations and automation effectively. As systems grow more complex, Boomi delivers results with a 410% ROI and a 65% reduction in integration development time, allowing companies to replace outdated systems and realize average savings of $2.3 million. This guide showcases top Boomi consulting services that offer expert-driven ...
Andrew Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England, has indicated that the Bank may take a more aggressive stance on cutting interest rates if inflation continues to decline. However, he cautioned that escalating tensions in the Middle East could lead to a sharp rise in oil prices, which would complicate the Bank’s policy outlook. Speaking to The Guardian, Bailey suggested ...
The UK’s equity markets have taken a hit as the Labour government’s pessimistic portrayal of the country’s economic outlook reverses a brief recovery in investor interest. New figures from Calastone, a global fund network, show that UK-focused funds suffered net withdrawals of £666 million in September, while other geographically focused fund sectors recorded inflows. Overall, global investors pulled a net ...
Starling Bank has been fined £29 million by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for “shockingly lax” financial crime controls that left the UK’s financial system exposed to criminals and sanctioned individuals. The FCA’s investigation revealed that the digital bank failed to design and implement adequate systems to mitigate financial crime risks, particularly as it rapidly grew from its first account ...
As marketing icon Tony Lewis reveals, momentum is the key metric for defining and shaping every brand’s success. What do you currently do? I am the CEO of Vision One, a groundbreaking insight discovery agency that I started from my spare room 25 years ago this December. We specialise in providing invaluable market research and consumer insights. I have always ...