Hi y’all! Here are five stories from this week that contained some neat applications of economic principles or are related to teaching:
Visualizing the amount of empty office space in cities through their iconic landmark buildings [The New York Times]
Workers spend two full days per week on email and meetings [The Wall Street Journal]
Can ChatGPT decode what the Federal Reserve is saying? [NPR Marketplace]
Inside the booming Taylor Swift economy [Axios]
Almost every powerful economist we have went to 1 of 6 schools [Slate]
New York City's congestion pricing plan receives near-final approval, marking a significant step forward in reducing traffic congestion and addressing negative externalities. The scheme will charge drivers entering Manhattan below 60th Street, incorporating market-based pricing and offering discounts for low-income drivers, while generating revenue for mass transit improvements.
New York City’s Road to Congestion Pricing Looks a Little Less Crowded
New York City's long-awaited congestion pricing scheme has overcome a major hurdle as the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) granted near-final approval for tolling motorists who drive in Manhattan below 60th Street. This development marks a significant step forward in implementing the program, which was