The FBI’s annual report “Crime in the United States” for 2018 offers a detailed look at safety challenges in many of the nation’s largest metropolitan areas. Overall, reported violent crime fell by 3.3 percent from 2017 to 2018. The U.S. Attorney General’s office credits part of that decline to the Project Safe Neighborhoods program, launched … Read more

A boycott is a form of protest—motivated by moral, social, or political reasons—aimed at an individual, company, institution, or government. It involves a collective refusal to buy products, use services, or engage with targeted parties. The goal is to inflict economic pressure to persuade the target to change a policy or practice that protesters oppose. … Read more

Every employee hopes to work in an environment where colleagues and managers greet each other with a smile, where people are motivated to do their best. Yet many offices today are increasingly dominated by unnecessary drama, where coworkers spend more time fighting than collaborating on important projects. Toxic workplaces are becoming more common. Large numbers … Read more

There’s no denying that a stunning, sparkling piece of jewelry draws attention—and where there’s extraordinary sparkle, there’s usually an extraordinary price. Below are some of the most expensive jewelry pieces in the world. A number of these treasures have sold at auction for staggering sums and now belong to private collectors, while others remain safeguarded … Read more

A boycott is a form of protest—motivated by moral, social, or political reasons—directed at a person, company, or institution. It involves a collective refusal to purchase goods or services, or to associate with the targeted party. The goal is to inflict economic pressure that persuades the target to change a specific practice or policy. Public … Read more

How does money laundering really work? In most legitimate businesses, earning more money is a good problem to have: you review the books, pay any additional taxes, and move on. For criminals, however, accumulating large amounts of cash creates a serious risk. Excessive unexplained income attracts attention from banks, tax authorities, and law enforcement. To … Read more

The days of the one-size-fits-all, clinical office are fading. Workers expect more than bare cubicles and fluorescent lighting; they value amenities that make the workday more comfortable, productive, and enjoyable. Many companies have realized that offering perks can boost productivity and morale and may even help retain employees in an era when people often change … Read more

Every employee hopes to work in an office where colleagues and managers greet them with a smile each morning and where everyone is motivated to do their best. Yet many workplaces are increasingly plagued by unnecessary drama—coworkers spending more time fighting with each other than collaborating on meaningful projects. Toxic work environments are on the … Read more

Are you thinking about joining the growing number of Americans choosing to downsize and live in a tiny home? There are many valid reasons to consider it. The average tiny home costs roughly $23,000 to build, while the median U.S. house price is about ten times higher, and about 70 percent of tiny home owners … Read more

A striking piece of jewelry can immediately draw attention—and often carries an equally striking price tag. Below are some of the most expensive and celebrated jewelry pieces in the world. Some have sold at auction for staggering sums and now belong to private collectors. Others remain on public display at museums, where visitors can admire … Read more