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It’s never easy to create a successful business, but it’s a lot harder if you’re Black.This post was originally published on this site

A new study published in Nature Human Behaviour suggests that a tool similar to a stock market could help scientists identify research findings that are likely to hold up to scrutiny.This post was originally published […]

Consumers who consider themselves to be “sustainable practitioners” may not be as well-intentioned towards the environment as they claim, new research shows.This post was originally published on this site

Tempted by lower prices and a nice river view? Houses for sale in a flood zone are around 10% cheaper than surrounding areas, according to new research. However, the reduced price tag is not worth […]

Far from the stereotype of low-wage, low-skill positions, hospitality and tourism jobs could be powerful launchpads for broader career success, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. Researchers believe that working in […]

There are 184,100 people on social housing waiting lists around the country, reflecting the impact of declining homeownership and escalating private rents.This post was originally published on this site

For decades, white students have performed significantly better than Black and Hispanic students on tests of academic achievement. Explanations for these achievement gaps include poverty and systems that result in discrimination. Others cite struggles to […]

Chinese firms hit by the U.S.–China trade war are increasingly hiring executives with international experience to help manage adversity, particularly those skilled in European markets and marketing, according to new research from the University of […]

About 1 in 5 American adults regularly provide unpaid care or financial assistance to their adult relatives or friends. And about 1 in 7 young adults between the ages of 25 and 34 live with […]

With the end of year holidays looming, it’s easy to imagine Australians are getting ready to check out of the workplace and head for the beach. But a recent survey shows Australians are not taking […]