Economists Expect Huge Future Earnings Loss for Students Missing School Due to COVID-19
Members of the future American workforce could see losses of earnings that add up to trillions of dollars, depending on how long coronavirus-related school closures persist.
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How States, Assessment Companies Can Work Together Amid Coronavirus Testing Cancellations
Scott Marion, who consults states on testing, talks about why it's important for vendors and public officials to work cooperatively in renegotiating contracts amid assessment cancellations caused by COVID-19.
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Algorhythms for Marketing Transformation
We all understand that digital media, data, and analytics are driving transformations in society and business. Most marketers are now armed with case studies of what can be done differently, but many are still challenged with how to truly develop new ideas and execute new strategies to grow their business. Mitch Joel, President of Mirum […]
Thinking with AND: Insights from KIND’s story
“I’m a confused Mexican Jew.” So says Daniel Lubetzky, Founder and CEO of KIND Snack, in his very personal interview with Columbia faculty member David Rogers at BRITE ’16. Their discussion touched on the many ideas behind KIND Snacks, from the beginnings of the company, to the strategic thinking that forces Lubetzky to stay away […]
Reflections on Business, Leadership, and Branding: Shelly Lazarus ’70
Much has changed in the world of advertising from the picture painted by Mad Men. Shelly Lazarus ’70, Chairman Emeritus, Ogilvy & Mather, was one of the women helping pioneer these changes. Making the journey from ‘the only woman in the room’ to CEO and Chairman of Ogilvy gives Lazarus a lot to reflect on […]
Can a Company be pro-regulation and pro-commerce? Gregg Renfrew from Beautycounter thinks so
It’s the middle of an election year and, according to the Pew Research Center, the country hasn’t been this polarized since the Civil War. In such a climate, it would seem to be an oxymoron for a company to push for both financial growth and tighter regulations. Gregg Renfrew, CEO & Founder of Beautycounter, wouldn’t […]
The Digital Transformation Playbook: Rethink Your Business for the Digital Age
Every business begun before the Internet now faces the same challenge: How to transform to compete in a digital economy? This is the leadership challenge examined by BRITE founder and Columbia Business School faculty member David Rogers in his newest book, The Digital Transformation Playbook (April 5, 2016; Columbia Business School Publishing). In the book, […]
Africa Deepens its Approach to Migration Governance, But Are Policies Translating to Action?
While migration once was a lower-priority topic for African governments, the last decade has seen a deepening in governance. Policymakers have integrated migration into their national development strategies and mainstreamed it across policy domains such as health and education. The actions are promising on paper, yet questions remain about the extent to which they will translate to more effective migration management.
Crisis within a Crisis: Immigration in the United States in a Time of COVID-19
The global COVID-19 pandemic has brought into sharp focus the intersection of U.S. immigration and public health policy, and the unique challenges that immigrants face. This article analyzes the Trump administration’s introduction of some of the most stringent immigration restrictions in modern times, the often disparate fallout of the outbreak on immigrant communities, the status of federal immigration agency operations, and more.
Migration & Coronavirus: A Complicated Nexus Between Migration Management and Public Health
This webinar, organized by MPI and the Zolberg Institute on Migration and Mobility at The New School, discussed the state of play around the globe surrounding COVID-19 and examined where migration management and enforcement tools may be useful and where they may be ill-suited to advancing public health goals.
"Merit-Based" Immigration: Designing Successful Selection Systems
With the U.S. administration calling for the United States to adopt a more “merit-based” immigrant selection system, this conversation focused on what policymakers should consider in designing—and managing—immigrant selection systems in a time of intense labor-market and demographic change.
Is U.S.-Mexico Cooperation on Migration Possible?
As the numbers of Central American migrants crossing into Mexico and the United States rises—putting migration front and center in the U.S.-Mexico relationship again—this event examines the opportunities for cooperation between the two countries, along with ways to improve U.S. and Mexican asylum systems, create new approaches to labor migration, address smuggling networks, and modernize border management.
Arctic bird turns down immune system to conserve energy in winter
To survive the Arctic's frigid temperatures, animals must use their energy efficiently. According to a new study, one Arctic bird species, the Svalbard rock ptarmigan, utilizes a previously unknown energy-saving method.
BP to be more transparent about climate efforts amid investor concerns
BP on Friday announced plans to increase disclosure on its efforts to fight climate change after requests from two groups of investors.
Crude oil prices rise early Friday amid supply concerns
Oil prices rose early Friday amid supply concerns following reports of smaller-than-expected stocks, and amid reduced expectation of interest rate hikes.
Oil nearly flat in pause after previous session's gains
Oil prices were near flat early Thursday in what was seen as a pause after gains in the two previous sessions, as traders considered geopolitical developments.
Petrobras sells Chevron $350M Texas plant bought for $1.2B
Chevron bought a Houston refinery for $350 million from Petrobras that had cost the Brazilian state oil company over $1.2 billion little over a decade earlier.
Oil prices rise amid ongoing concern about Venezuela
Oil prices rose Wednesday amid expectations that Venezuelan oil shipments would see some disruption following U.S. sanctions.
IEA: Greater use of rail would save energy, lower emissions
Increased railway use would save energy, help the environment, and also be safer, according to reports prepared by international environmental experts.
Crude oil prices rise amid renewed Venezuela concerns
Oil prices were higher early Tuesday amid renewed concern about Venezuelan supplies but market worries about China-U.S. trade issues prevented higher gains.
U.S. fuel prices near last month's levels, unlikely to change
Average fuel prices in the United States started the week at $2.26 per gallon, showing little change from the last month or last week, and may remain flat.
Venezuela’s Guaido to name new boards of PDVSA and Citgo
Venezuela's President of the National Assembly, Juan Guaido, will name new director boards at state oil company PDVSA and its United States subsidiary Citgo.
Major corporations, cities buying into Texas' green energy boom
The U.S. wind industry is in a scramble to get a batch of turbine farms running in the next two years, before the federal government phases out a key tax credit.
Oil prices fall on rising U.S. rigs, fading Venezuelan risk
Oil prices fell Monday as the number of rigs in the United States saw a weekly rise, analysts said
State oil ADNOC sells 35 percent in refining to Eni, OMV
ADNOC sold a 20 percent state in its refinery operations to Italy's Eni and 15 percent to OMV, from Austria in one of the biggest refinery transactions ever.
Refineries, investors fear crude shortages over possible Venezuela sanctions
An unexpected rise in U.S. crude inventories offset fears of potential risk to Venezuelan crude supply because of possible U.S. sanctions.
Oil rises after report on possible China talks concessions
Oil prices rose early Friday trailing equity gains late Thursday that followed a report about possible concessions ahead in U.S. trade talks with China.
IEA doubts Russia’s commitment to OPEC accord
The Paris-based International Energy Agency on Friday cast doubt on whether Russia would meet its agreement with OPEC to cut crude oil output to support prices.
Venezuelan crude production continued to decline in December
Venezuelan crude oil production continued its steady decline and hit a new low in December with just 1.15 million barrels per day produced.
Oil prices led lower by rising U.S. production, inventories
Oil prices fell early Thursday despite an OPEC report confirming a sizable cut due to bearishness related to rising United States production and inventories.
EIA sees fuel prices below 2018 average for the next two years
U.S. retail fuel prices will drop this year and in 2020 from 2018, but in both cases higher than January levels due to mandated lower sulfur in marine fuel.
Crude oil prices drop after API reported lower-than-expected draw
Oil prices fell early Wednesday, likely a result of lower-than-expected draws in an API with traders awaiting official EIA inventory data later in the day.
Dow, Total part of group that raised $1B to clean plastic in ocean
Some 30 companies including Dow, Total and other big makers of plastic raised $1 billion to contribute to cleaner ocean waters.
Crude prices rise after positive news from China
Oil prices rose early Tuesday, after Monday declines, possibly helped by some positive news from China -- but doubts remain as to whether that direction will hold.
Petrobras preempts three pre-salt areas ahead of sixth auction
Petrobras wants to exercise pre-emption rights for three areas ahead of the sixth bidding round of pre-salt offshore oil areas to be held later this year.
U.S. fuel pumps see first weekly price rise since October
Fuel prices in the United States on average were just a penny higher at $2.25 per gallon, ending consecutive price declines that had occurred since October.
Oil prices ease on renewed concern about a weaker economy
Crude oil prices fell Monday amid renewed concerns about potentially declining crude oil demand resulting from weaker economic outlook.
Starting Aug. 1, DoD sites won't sell tobacco to people under 21
The Department of Defense announced this week that effective Aug. 1, retailers on U.S. military installations and bases will no longer sell tobacco products to anyone under the age of 21, including service members.
Raytheon nabs $19M for RAM missiles, GMLS launchers
Raytheon Missile Systems was awarded a $19 million contract modification to exercise options for Navy Rolling Airframe Missile and Guided Missile Launching Systems, according to the Department of Defense.
Boeing awarded $128.5M modification to GMD missile upgrade contract
Boeing was awarded a $128.5 million modification to its Ground-based Midcourse Defense development and sustainment contract Thursday, according to the Pentagon.
Navy breaks ground on laser weapons test lab in California
Navy leaders and private contractors broke ground this week on what will become the fleet's only dedicated facility to test, fire and evaluate complete laser weapon systems in a maritime environment.
Blue Angels to fly over Jacksonville, Miami on Friday
The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will fly over Jacksonville and Miami, Fla., Friday as part of a nationwide tour to show appreciation for healthcare workers and frontline responders.
Memo: Prior COVID-19 diagnosis 'permanently disqualifying' for U.S. military service
Military Entrance Processing Stations won't process individuals who have had COVID-19 for military service, even if they've fully recovered from the virus, the Pentagon confirmed this week.
Huntington Ingalls nabs $187.1M for overhaul of USS John C. Stennis
Huntington Ingalls was awarded a $187.1 million contract modification Wednesday for the refueling complex overhaul of USS John C. Stennis, according to the Pentagon.
Defense officials criticize Ligado's 5G proposal at Senate hearing
Top Pentagon officials told lawmakers Wednesday that a proposed nationwide network to provide 5G and internet-of-things services was "too risky to be worth it."
3M inks $126M deal with DoD to increase N95 mask production in October
3M has signed a $126 million deal with the Pentagon to increase its production of N95 masks to 26 million per month beginning in October 2020.
Air Force sets May 16 launch for X-37B spy plane
The Air Force said Wednesday it will launch the sixth mission of the uncrewed X-37B spy plane May 16 from Florida with a record number of experiments on board.
Air Force, Marines train near China amid heightened tensions
The Air Force and Marines have both reported engaging in training maneuvers in the East and South China Sea in recent weeks amid escalating tensions in the region.
Bell Boeing awarded $10.2M for V-22 Osprey repairs
Bell Boeing received a $10.2 million contract modification Tuesday for repairs of the V-22 Osprey multirole combat aircraft for the Navy, the Pentagon announced.
Raytheon awarded $325M for repair of ATFLIR system for Navy Super Hornets
Raytheon was awarded a $325 million contract for repair of the Advanced Targeting Forward Looking Infrared System in the F/A-18 Super Hornet aircraft Tuesday, according to the Pentagon.