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Jan. 26, 2017

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An Economist Explains Why Trump’s Idea for a 20% Tax on Mexican Imports Would Totally Backfire

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Aug. 29, 2016

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How to Win at College, According to Economics

Emily Oster

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Jul. 5, 2016

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An Economist’s Guide to the Unfortunate Logic of Tipping

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

May. 23, 2016

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What to Spend on Wedding Gifts?

Emily Oster

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Apr. 19, 2016

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Ask An Economist: How Much Money is the Liberal Arts Experience Really Worth?

Emily Oster

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Mar. 22, 2016

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Ask Emily: How Do I Separate Fact From Fiction on Cancer Treatments?

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Jul. 17, 2015

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What’s The Optimal Speed For Exercise?

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Jun. 18, 2015

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‘Screen Time’ For Kids Is Probably Fine

Emily Oster

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May. 20, 2015

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Everybody Calm Down About Breastfeeding

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Feb. 11, 2015

2 min Read

It’s Hard To Know Where Gluten Sensitivity Stops And The Placebo Effect Begins

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Jan. 27, 2015

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Men, Those Tightie Whities Really Are Killing Your Sperm Count

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Jan. 13, 2015

1 min Read

‘Keepsake’ Ultrasounds Aren’t Dangerous

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Jan. 6, 2015

2 min Read

Cellphones Do Not Give You Brain Cancer

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Dec. 22, 2014

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New Prenatal Tests Aren’t Perfect — But They’re Close

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Dec. 16, 2014

2 min Read

Do Concussions Lead To Suicide?

Emily Oster

A stack of colorful magazines are seen close-up.

Dec. 9, 2014

2 min Read

Does It Matter If Calorie Counts Make People Feel Bad?

Emily Oster

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