Rank #1: How much will a 25% tariff hurt sales of Scotch?
Distillers — and consumers — are worried about the impact of a 25% tariff on exports of Scottish whisky to the US.
Oct 17 2019
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Rank #2: How immigrant workers are preparing for automation in agriculture
Immigrants, who comprise the majority of agriculture industry workers in the US, are turning to training and education to make sure they’re not left behind by automation.
Oct 17 2019
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Rank #3: Exxon and oil sands go on trial in New York climate fraud case
The New York attorney general says Exxon used two sets of books and misled investors by downplaying the potential costs of carbon emissions
Oct 17 2019
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Rank #4: You’re not being fleeced: This carbon-negative sweater comes with sheep included
Does your winter wear come with an animal who helped make it? If you're shopping at Sheep Inc., the answer is yes. But for co-founder Edzard van der Wyck it's not a gimmick — it's a reminder about how clothes are made, and what the fashion industry costs the environment.
Oct 16 2019
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Rank #5: Will Iowa farmers benefit from Trump's newest deals with China and Japan?
The United States and Japan have signed a tentative trade deal that would open up Japan to more American-grown wheat, pork and beef.
Oct 14 2019
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Rank #6: In a culture of selfies and social media, how do you check your ego?
Greek tragedy’s favorite fatal flaw is making a comeback, says the author of "Ego is the Enemy."
Oct 14 2019
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Rank #7: Finland's answer to food waste: 'Best-before' is actually good later — with a discount
S-market in Helsinki has started holding "happy hours" at their stores. But instead of getting a cheap beer, shoppers get a discount on, say, a pound of shrimp or a pork tenderloin nearing its expiration date.
Oct 09 2019
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Rank #8: China dominates the electric bus market, but the US is getting on board
Electric buses produce fewer emissions, are quieter and need less maintenance than diesel buses.
Oct 08 2019
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Rank #9: Why are so many Korean karaoke joints going silent?
Noraebang have been a staple of entertainment in South Korea since 1991 when karaoke machines arrived from Japan. But now, the popularity of this cherished institution appears to be quieting down.
Oct 02 2019
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Rank #10: Forever 21 closing stores in bankruptcy filing shows limits to fast fashion, author says
After Forever 21 filed for bankruptcy, some younger consumers are questioning the future of fast fashion as they look for more sustainable alternatives.
Sep 30 2019
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