Monthly Archives: August 2022

Republicans want to squash union efforts. Democrats have to act fast to make that count in the midterms.

Starbucks is one of many retailers that’s had stores unionize in the last few months, making the trend ever more popular with workers. Chicago Tribune/Getty Images Paul Constant is a writer at Civic Ventures and the cohost of the “Pitchfork Economics” podcast. He argues union efforts could be rolled back if Republicans win the midterm…

Nobel Prize-winning economist Richard Thaler mocks claims the US is in recession – and says inflation could fade within a year

Richard Thaler. Paul Beaty/AP Richard Thaler dismissed US recession concerns, citing low unemployment and lots of job vacancies. The Nobel Prize-winning economist suggested inflation could fade away over the next year. Thaler welcomed wage increases for low-income workers as a way to reduce US inequality. Richard Thaler ridiculed the idea that the US economy is…

Moderna sues Pfizer after saying it wouldn’t enforce its patents for COVID-19 vaccine technology

A doctor vaccinates a student with the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Markus Schreiber/AP Photo Moderna is suing competing vaccine maker, Pfizer, and parent company BioNTech. Moderna alleges that Pfizer infringed on patents for its mRNA vaccine technology. Moderna said it developed the technology before the pandemic. Moderna on Friday filed a lawsuit against vaccine maker, Pfizer…

Here’s a lengthy look at Square Enix’s fantasy farming sim Harvestella

As part of its latest Treehouse: Live showcase, Nintendo has shared a lengthy look at Square Enix’s upcoming fantasy farming sim Harvestella, showing off its story, its world exploration and combat, its farming, fishing, and more. Harvestella – a sort of blend of Final Fantasy, Harvest Moon, and Rune Factory – begins with players waking…

Embracer Group completes acquisition of Square Enix’s western studios

Embracer Group has now completed its acquisition of Square Enix’s western studios, namely Crystal Dynamics, Eidos-Montréal, and Square Enix Montréal. Back in May, Square Enix sold off its western studios and IP (including Tomb Raider and Deus Ex) to Embracer for just $300m. Now, three months later, the acquisition has been completed, according to a…