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Daron Acemoglu, an influential economist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, has been making the case against what he describes as “excessive automation.” The economywide payoff of investing in machines and software has been stubbornly elusive. But he says the rising inequality resulting from those investments, and from the public policy that encourages them, is

Recent research underlines the central role that automation has played in widening disparities.

Recent research underlines the central role that automation has played in widening disparities.

New research adds to the chorus of criticism surrounding the Silicon Valley giants and the unchecked advance of technology.

For those who truly love the Philippines and the Filipino people, it is such a frustrating experience to read the history of this country and see how backward we are.

“A closing window to act,” said the W.H.O.’s Europe director.

Global democracy by design?

Global democracy by design?

Republicans may retake the House of Representatives next year, feel observers

This calendar updates lists events taking place in and around Louisville, from concerts to comedy shows, theater productions, musicals and more.