Apple unveils its watch. Big banks get a passing grade. Disney announces a sequel to Frozen. And Twitter bets big on video. Our analysts discuss those stories and share some stocks on their radar. And sports business analyst Kristi Dosh talks about the business of March Madness.
The federal government owns most of the western states, but it's not clear why. Holly Fretwell from the Property and Environment Research Center has analyzed how well states and feds manage western lands.
Did you know that there's no systematic, comprehensive study of police shootings across the United States? Some blame a distaste for paperwork, while others think there's something sinister afoot.
Today on The Gist, we celebrate the Web series High Maintenance for avoiding stoner comedy clichés, and creating stunning portraits of New Yorkers. Creators Katja Blichfeld and Ben Sinclair explain how the series has worked as a calling card for their creative work. For the Spiel, Mike explains his allergy to doing things for a good cause.
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Reputational capital has the potential to revolutionize commerce and development without the heavy hand of government. Max Borders, editor of The Freeman, comments.
Will a recent Gallup poll be a wake-up call for states like Texas and South Carolina? Today on The Gist, Gallup editor-in-chief Frank Newport explains what political parties could learn from the underlying political leanings in each state. Plus, we visit our neighborhood haunt Hudson Clearwater to delve into the world of cocktail bitters with Peter Thomas Fornatale and Chris Wertz. They’re the authors of Brooklyn Spirits: Craft Distilling and Cocktails from the World’s Hippest Borough. For the Spiel, a public servant with a private server.
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