Over the past half-century, a rising share of economic activity in the UK and other rich countries has been connected with ‘bad’ wealth accumulation.

Two mathematicians have proved that a straightforward question—how hard is it to untie a knot?—has a complicated answer.

In response to my article on inequality reduction, Matt Bruenig claims that I am “simply the latest victim” of “the most deceptive paper ever written” on the subject. It is an admittedly odd task to ...

The DRC must harmonise customary and statutory laws to close loopholes that allow child marriage to persist. Law enforcement officials, community leaders, and resources should also uphold national ...

The revolution started on social media. It ended with protests, violence, and an online poll to pick the new prime minister.

The government shutdown underscored an uncomfortable reality: tens of millions of people are frequently in danger of going ...

The Department of Homeland Security promises a $1,000 bonus to anyone who self-deports ... but refuses to say how many people ...

When we think of middle class life, several things come to mind: owning a home, stable childcare, food in the pantry, a sense ...

Economics professor Christopher Clarke joins WIRED to answer the internet's burning questions about The Great Depression.