money

Can Billions of Dollars in Prize Money Solve the World’s Problems?

A $1 million contest helped uncover secrets of the past. We need more contests to find the innovations of the future.

How to Handle Making More—or Less—Money Than Your Friends

A change in someone’s financial situation can upend relationships. The best advice: Talk about it.

Trick Your Brain Into Being Better With Money

How to nudge yourself to spend less and enjoy life more in the new year

The Art of Asking Your Parents for Money

What to consider before hitting up mom and dad for help with debt or down payments