November 7, 2009 @ 5:15 pm
The New York Times has graphed out the jobless rate for men and women of different races to better understand how the recession has affected each group. If you ever need to emphasize the importance of a college-degree eduation to somebody, this graph is a good way to do it.
September 11, 2009 @ 11:09 pm
Case-Mate has the ultimate recession iPhone case that’s made entirely out of 100% recycled cardboard. You can buy them individually for $0.99 or in sets of 10 for $7.99.
Thanks for sharing this deal, Bommy!
April 24, 2009 @ 2:30 pm
Photo of Bethlehem, PA by Horatio Baltz
The New York Times has been running a series of user-submitted photographs since the beginning of April that show how the recession is affected neighborhoods around the world. The photos are unremarkable in their own respect, but that’s what I think makes them so powerful — that wherever you are in this world, the global economic recession seems to have its place in both small and big ways.
There are lots of photos of empty offices, stores with signs of imminent closing, and photos of people curtailing their usual “luxuries” to enjoy their time some other way.
I just wish the pictures were bigger.
January 14, 2009 @ 1:29 am
This weekend on January 16, 17, and 18, New York City urban brands like 10.DEEP, Mighty Healthy, and Acapulco Gold will have a “recession madness” sample sale down at 204 Elizabeth Street.
It’ll be your chance to get 50%-70% off select items from the brands listed above. So if you’ve got some time, stop on by and have a look. Cash and credit accepted!
December 8, 2008 @ 8:26 pm
Advertising Age is reporting that McDonald’s saw a 4.5% increase in store sales in November. McDonald’s attributes this rise partly to its Dollar Menu, but I can’t help but think it’s also because people are trying to save money this time of year, especially with all of the layoffs.
Plus, the US is officially in a recession, so those $1 sandwiches probably come in handy.
