Our Global Economy

Airbnb announced plans to delist rentals in the occupied West Bank in November, but was quickly engaged in lawsuits that alleged discrimination. The vacation website has reversed their decision, but is again fielding blowback.

The loss of Temporary Protected Status could be devastating for Haitians in the US and their loved ones back home, who are still struggling to recover almost 10 years after a massive earthquake.

Amsterdam is one of the biggest destinations for businesses looking for a new home amid Brexit.

President Donald Trump says an “epic” trade deal with China is near completion. Many say Trump is overselling any agreement. And new research shows that the tariffs are taking a toll with a clear loser: US consumers.

Shell oil says it will leave the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers lobbying group in 2020 over a "material misalignment" of climate policy. It's just the first step, says one climate activist.

Automation is expected to make many jobs disappear in the future. And according to a recent study, women are more vulnerable to job loss than men.

The struggle between tech companies and government regulators continues. In many ways, Europe is ahead of policing high-tech companies.

New data shows arms sales surged in the Middle East — especially sales from the US to Saudi Arabia. We sonified the data so you can hear the historic increases.

Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar's state councilor and political leader, is struggling to lure global investment to Rakhine.

Each year, seasonal vacation spots such as Cape Cod and Mackinac Island rely on an influx of foreign workers on temporary, H-2B work visas. Filipinos are among the biggest users of the H-2B visa — but now, the Trump administration has banned them.