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Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

Explore how long typical boom and bust cycles last, their impact, and economic trends in U.S. business cycles.

Sarah D. Sparks is a reporter and data journalist for Education Week who covers the teaching profession and pedagogy for Education Week. She has covered education research and the science of learning ...

Following the onset of the recent global economic crisis, much of the news, especially in advanced economies, was dire. Unemployment was rising, company profits were falling, financial markets were ...

The president of Brazil has been pursuing his big plans for the Amazon rainforest, even as parts of it burn in massive wildfires. He has been working to carve more mines and pave new roads. He has ...