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Charles R. Morris, Iconoclastic Author on Economics, Dies at 82

Resisting ideological labels, experienced in government and banking, he critiqued policymakers’ “good intentions” and the costs of health care and forecast the 2008 financial crisis.  » mehr lesen

California Proposes Raising Fees on Owners of Rooftop Solar Systems

The plan was welcomed by the state’s electric utilities while a solar industry association leader called it a “disaster.”  » mehr lesen

The Labor Department Is Investigating Apple’s Treatment of Employees

A former employee said she had accused Apple of suspending her and then firing her in September in retaliation for reporting workplace health concerns at a Sunnyvale, Calif., office.  » mehr lesen

Masayuki Uemura, 78, Dies; Designed the First Nintendo Console

He developed the Nintendo Entertainment System in the 1980s, which laid the foundation for today’s enormous video game console market and franchises like Super Mario Brothers.  » mehr lesen

Now in Your Inbox: Political Misinformation

One of the most powerful communication tools available to politicians teems with unfounded claims and largely escapes notice.  » mehr lesen

Fatal Tornado Damage at an Amazon Warehouse Raises Concerns

After deadly tornadoes hit a facility owned by Amazon, concerns were raised about its safety practices and business model.  » mehr lesen

China’s SenseTime Postpones I.P.O. After U.S. Sanctions

SenseTime is one of a number of Chinese companies that has drawn condemnation for helping Beijing develop its fast-growing surveillance systems.  » mehr lesen

India Cities Ban Eggs, Drawing a Backlash

Food-cart rules spurred by conservative beliefs draw a backlash, showcasing the tensions around the country’s rising Hindu nationalist movement.  » mehr lesen

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