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Assorted Links Friday
Many local governments see a silver lining in the shortage of semiconductor chips. That, and more.
Assorted Links Thursday
America has a real chance to experience a genuine economic boom over the next couple years, and more.
Assorted Links Tuesday
Where did all the public bathrooms go? For decades, US cities have been closing or neglecting public restrooms, leaving millions with no place to go.
Assorted News Friday
America is hiring a record number of robots: Factories and other industrial users ordered 29,000 robots, 37% more than during the same period last year.
Assorted Links Thursday
A record 74% of Americans say now is a good time to find a quality job. That and more.
Assorted Links Wednesday
Roads, transit, internet: What’s in the infrastructure bill. That and more.
Assorted Links Tuesday
How this engineering company found its new production plant in Arizona over Zoom.
Assorted Links Monday
How far along are you in your holiday shopping? That, and more.
Assorted Links Sunday
Have North American downtowns bounced back from the COVID-19 pandemic? That question, and more.