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How my vendetta against the Benetton family was born
Another cashier reads from a script; another rent is torn in the fabric of civilized society. There is no escape. But we can bitch.
Andrew Leonard Jun 17, 2008
Is Obama a protectionist?
In Michigan, the candidate says we can't turn back the tide of globalization, but not all trade agreements make sense. Is he contradicting himself? Or just being nuanced?
Andrew Leonard Jun 16, 2008
Gas prices and bicycles
A short and sweet equation
Andrew Leonard Jun 16, 2008
U.S. aircraft carrier "propa-manga"
As the nuclear-powered George Washington sails toward Japan, the Navy attempts to win Japanese hearts and minds with a comic book.
Andrew Leonard Jun 16, 2008
Saudi Arabia to the rescue?
The New York Times says the kingdom is planning to pump more oil than ever. But energy traders shrug, and prices hit another record high
Andrew Leonard Jun 16, 2008
Graduation day
Guess whose name kept popping up at elementary and middle school commencement ceremonies in Berkeley, California? Hint: It wasn't John McCain's
Andrew Leonard Jun 13, 2008
The joys of being a friend of Angelo Mozilo
Portfolio Magazine has the scoop on exactly how Washington insiders benefited from Countrywide's care and affection
Andrew Leonard Jun 13, 2008
Tell us how you really feel about Social Security, John McCain
On Thursday the candidate said he had "never" supported privatization. Did he forget his vote for George Bush's Social Security plan?
Andrew Leonard Jun 13, 2008
Ask the pilot
The smell of smoke in the cockpit, and it's back to Boston for a planeload of fixated Japanese tourists.
By Patrick Smith Jun 13, 2008
Obama's new pro Wal-Mart economist
Organized labor isn't crazy about Jason Furman, but he's still a far cry from what you'll find on the other side of the political aisle
Andrew Leonard Jun 12, 2008
Again: The new iPhone is not "half the price" of the old one
Digging in on the iPhone price tag.
Farhad Manjoo Jun 12, 2008
As promised, an economic stimulus
Americans boosted their shopping in May. What happened to all those well-meaning promises to pay down debt and sock away savings?
Andrew Leonard Jun 12, 2008
The king of beer mergers
Will patriotic Americans stand by while a foreign brewery chugs down red-white-and-blue Budweiser? Or will they say, good riddance!
Andrew Leonard Jun 12, 2008
Obama's big fat Countrywide mess
Whether he jumped or was pushed, veep vetter James Johnson is gone. Will the campaign do better the next time it gets caught in a toxic housing bust tarpit?
Andrew Leonard Jun 11, 2008
The mystery of Obamacon-ism
Milton Friedman's son thinks Barack Obama is not so bad. What has the world come to?
Andrew Leonard Jun 11, 2008
Glassdoor.com shows Apple's minions work for peanuts
A new site will tell you if your bosses are underpaying you.
Farhad Manjoo Jun 11, 2008
Oil executives: "What do they know?"
A lobbyist for the futures industry dismisses talk of a fundamental price for oil, and threatens "retaliation" if U.S. politicians boost regulation.
Andrew Leonard Jun 11, 2008
The perils of international online dating
Can an e-mail trail help determine whether a marriage was made in "good faith"?
Andrew Leonard Jun 11, 2008
Does OPEC want Obama to win?
A lawsuit filed in federal court on Monday alleges the oil cartel is attempting to interfere with the November election. If true, OPEC has sadly misjudged the situation.
Andrew Leonard Jun 10, 2008
Hop aboard my Smart car taxi!
If you're in San Francisco, let me give you a ride.
Farhad Manjoo Jun 10, 2008
Land of the free, home of the underinsured
An explanation for American anxiety attacks -- a sharp decline in the quality of health insurance during the Bush economy.
Andrew Leonard Jun 10, 2008
Judge's "fire in the hole" YouTube punishment makes matters worse
A stupid prank -- kids throw drinks at drive-through workers -- hits the big time.
Farhad Manjoo Jun 10, 2008
Oil price conspiracy theorists: Rev your engines
Last week short-sellers bet that the price of oil would drop. They were very wrong, but sooner or later they'll be right -- at least for a little while.
Andrew Leonard Jun 10, 2008
How high gas prices could make the world a safer place
No more road rage. As every Prius driver knows, maximizing fuel economy leads to Zen peace, safer streets, and joy everlasting
Andrew Leonard Jun 9, 2008
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Technology & Business

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  • How the World Works
    Andrew Leonard explores the contradictions and interconnections of globalization. Updated daily.

  • Ask the Pilot
    Ever had a question about how a plane works, what that gizmo on the wing does, why planes crash or any other musings about air travel? Just ask our pilot.

  • Machinist
    Farhad Manjoo takes you inside tech: the gizmos, people and big ideas. Updated daily.

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