QuartzStoryboardH&M showed bogus environmental scores for its clothingCurated byQuartzFast-fashion giant H&M showed customers environmental scorecards for its clothing that were misleading and, in many cases, outright deceptive, a Quartz investigation has found. The findings add to mounting skepticism and new regulatory scrutiny of the fast-fashion industry’s attempt to self-police its environmental record.
QuartzStoryboardWhat will abortion access look like in the US now?Curated byQuartzRoe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion in the US, is no longer law of the land. With a decision published this morning, the majority of Supreme Court judges overturned the precedent. Here's what abortion access will look like now.
QuartzStoryboardLeaded airplane fuel is poisoning a new generation of American childrenCurated byQuartzAutomobiles in the US haven’t run on leaded gasoline for decades. Why is it taking so long to get the lead out of fuel for small airplanes? We investigated the forces that have kept leaded aviation gasoline in use, exposing a new generation of Americans to a toxic substance known to irreparably harm brain development in children.
QuartzStoryboardRecent laws made it even easier to own and carry guns in TexasCurated byQuartzOn Tuesday, a shooter killed at least 21 people at Robb Elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, making it the second-deadliest school shooting in US history. "What happened in Uvalde is a horrific tragedy that cannot be tolerated in the state of Texas," said governor Gregg Abbott. Last year, Abbott signed 22 pieces of legislation that made it easier to buy, carry, and own guns in the state.
QuartzStoryboardMiami’s mayor backed MiamiCoin—then it lost nearly all of its valueCurated byQuartzOver the last nine months, MiamiCoin has lost nearly all of its value, falling about 95% from its September peak to just $0.0032 as of May 13. Its rapid descent has burned investors on the way down, muting the dreams of Miami’s city leaders, and possibly raising red flags for regulators now investigating cryptocurrency transactions.
QuartzStoryboardThese US companies are expanding abortion benefitsCurated byQuartzThe US Supreme Court appears poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, a landmark ruling on abortion rights, according to a draft opinion leaked to the news outlet Politico. Now, given the enormous economic and emotional costs of denying abortions, companies will face increased pressure to live up to their proposed commitments to support women and all genders in the workplace.
QuartzStoryboardWhy does Elon Musk want to own Twitter so much?Curated byQuartzJust weeks after buying a 9% stake, Elon Musk won his battle to take over Twitter. On April 25, Twitter’s board of directors announced the sale of the company to Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, for approximately $44 billion in cash.
QuartzStoryboardHow to achieve global vaccine equityCurated byQuartzAs people in some parts of the world are on their second or even third booster against covid-19, people elsewhere are still waiting for their first vaccine dose. We look into how different goals for vaccine distribution could end this pandemic faster, and how to make sure we don’t make the same mistakes when the next pandemic hits.
QuartzStoryboardWhy do most movie sequels failCurated byQuartzMaking a follow-up film is a unique challenge with a very specific set of decisions. And that nuance helps explain why so many sequels are, well, not good. But it also offers a blueprint for making a really great one. Listen to the Quartz Obsession podcast where we discuss why good sequels are so hard to make.
QuartzStoryboardHow the US could create a test-to-treat location in every homeCurated byQuartzThe White House has started its covid-19 test-to-treat program, but the program is limited to just a few hundred pharmacies and community health centers. Rather than test-to-treat locations, says epidemiologist Michael Mina, individuals should be able to use at-home rapid tests and connect with a telehealth service.
QuartzStoryboardChina's position on Russia's invasion of UkraineCurated byQuartzRussia has long had a close relationship with China, with the two countries drawing increasingly closer as their tensions with the US grow. China is Russia’s top trade partner, for both imports and exports. Since the invasion, China has insisted on remaining “neutral" but experts say that the country is demonstrating a “pro-Russia neutrality.”
QuartzStoryboardWhere are Russia’s oligarchs hiding their wealth?Curated byQuartzFor decades, Russian elites have been stashing their money abroad, often to the benefit of the Kremlin. According to the Atlantic Council, president Vladimir Putin and his associates control about one-quarter of the estimated $1 trillion in Russian dark money hidden outside of the country.
QuartzStoryboardThe unlikely story behind fish sticksCurated byQuartzFish sticks are more than just an easy way to get kids to eat healthy food. They’re the ocean’s little problem solvers, swimming in to solve a seafood glut after World War II, and to help working parents in need of cheap and easy meals. Now fish sticks might even help solve our latest challenge: an epidemic of global overfishing. Hear more on the Quartz Obsession podcast.
QuartzStoryboardWhat Russia trades with the US, China, Brazil and the worldCurated byQuartzThe west continues to roll out sanctions against Russia for invading Ukraine. The restrictions have decimated the value of Russia’s currency—which should make Russian products cheaper in the global marketplace. But the sanctions will also make it harder to pay for and deliver those items.
QuartzStoryboardWho will take in Ukraine’s refugees?Curated byQuartzMore than 500,000 Ukrainians have left the country in the days since president Vladimir Putin ordered an invasion early on Feb. 24, according to the UN refugee agency. Half of them have fled to neighboring Poland, while many others have gone to nearby Hungary, Moldova, Romania.
QuartzStoryboardHow the world is reacting to Russia’s invasion of UkraineCurated byQuartzAs the UN Security Council held an emergency meeting on Russia late on Feb. 23, president Vladimir Putin announced the beginning of a military operation in Ukraine. The West has roundly condemned Putin's actions, while allies such as China are treading more lightly.
QuartzStoryboardIndian weddings largely remained pandemic proofCurated byQuartzIn this week's episode of the Quartz Obsession podcast, Quartz's Kira Bindrim and Manavi Kapur discuss the big fat Indian wedding which has withstood the test of time, economic turbulence, social reform, and even modern technology. Search for the Quartz Obsession podcast on Apple, Spotify, or any podcast platform and listen to this episode.
QuartzStoryboardHow Google docs changed collaboration and productivity at workCurated byQuartzGoogle docs have revolutionized the way we work, and now it even functions as a tool for social sharing and political dissent. This is all because the world shifted from saving files locally to storing them in the cloud. But has Google docs made us too comfortable with life in the cloud?
QuartzStoryboardThe pros and cons of a four-day work weekCurated byQuartzStudies have shown that people work more efficiently when they have less time to hit the same goals. Not only that, but a compressed work week gives employees time to manage and enrich their lives. Can your company do the same thing? Should it?
QuartzStoryboardIs freezing your eggs worth it?Curated byQuartzAs more people aren’t sure whether or when to have kids, a growing number of them are turning to egg freezing, a relatively new and expensive procedure that could help women become parents outside their biological bounds. But how realistic is any promise of parenthood entirely on your terms? Executive editor and podcast host Kira Bindrim and Quartz’s breaking news reporter Courtney Vinopal discuss the cost, side effects, and the future of egg-freezing.
QuartzStoryboardWhy are puffer jackets so expensiveCurated byQuartzQuartz's Kira Bindrim and membership editor Alexandra (Alex) Ossola investigate how a functional piece of outerwear also became a fashion craze in the latest episode of the Quartz Obsession podcast.
QuartzStoryboardHow to be more productive at work and in lifeCurated byQuartzGiven how much the way you use your time impacts your relationships, your job, and the community at large, it’s never been more important to develop a personal productivity philosophy. Sign up for Quartz's five-day email course to learn healthy, sustainable ways to be more productive.
QuartzStoryboardHow to resign from a job you just startedCurated byQuartzIt can take a while to adjust to a new job. But sometimes you know right away that you’ve made a big mistake. While the prospect can be nerve-wracking, quitting your job after a short amount of time is actually pretty common.
QuartzStoryboardThe economy in 2022 - QuartzCurated byQuartzThe trends and threats that will define the year, from covid-19 to inflation to crypto’s collision course with regulators.
QuartzStoryboardCoronavirus: How to breakthroughCurated byQuartzAs omicron sweeps the globe, breakthrough infections are on the rise, including in places with high vaccination rates. That means many people who spent the past few months approaching normalcy must now re-familiarize themselves with the protocols for distancing, masking, and alerting close contacts. In other words, it’s time for a refresher. Ask our chatbot if you only need a five day quarantine
QuartzStoryboardWhat to do if you test positive for covid-19Curated byQuartzThe omicron variant has reached the US and is spreading at a mind-boggling speed. We explain the protocols for distancing, testing, masking, and what to do in case you contract covid-19.
QuartzStoryboardListen to the Quartz Obsession podcastCurated byQuartzTune in weekly as we dig into the most fascinating facets of an idea: where it came from, how it got to us, and what it can tell us about the forces that are changing the way we live and work.
QuartzStoryboardWhat we know about the omicron coronavirus variantCurated byQuartzTravel bans and other restrictions are already in place globally after the World Health Organization designated a strain of covid-19 first detected in Botswana a variant of concern last week.
QuartzStoryboardThanksgiving will be more expensive this yearCurated byQuartzIn October, inflation hit its highest annual rate in 30 years: 6.2%. However, Americans are spending more money than before the pandemic.
QuartzStoryboardUS inflation hit its highest annual rate in 30 yearsCurated byQuartzAfter slowing down for three months, inflation is accelerating again, fueling concerns that prices could spin out of control and interrupt the US recovery.
