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The economics of self driving cars
Self-driving cars are becoming more and more prevalent, with experts boasting of their advantages compared to regular vehicles. But what effect will this rise of automation have on the economy? Nicolas Alexiou explains.
eSports: another worthwhile conquest for the mighty economist
With sports economics dominating a fair share of work for an economist, how can electronic sports fit into this domain? Kyneton delves into the world of videogames and their impact on sports entertainment.
The right of recline
Who should get control of the scare resource that is legroom? Amy Pereira investigates.
#ESSADebate – to save or to spend?
To save or to spend, that is the dilemma facing many of us today. Julia Pham and Justin Liu go head to head in an #ESSADebate on what you should be doing with your money in your 20s. Have a read and then vote for your favourite in our poll to crown the winner, once and for all!
Going Premium
Callum Filshie explores how some premium subscription apps are much more worthwhile than others, despite all taking advantage of usage pressure.
Why you can’t fix Monash’s parking mess with just more parking
Parking at Monash is terrible, but it’s not because the administration hates you. Justin Liu explains why there’s literally nothing anyone can do about it.
From Plump Lips to Plump Pockets: Kylie Jenner
By creating scarcity in the teenage market, the reality TV star has been able to earn millions. Jasmine Nguyen keeps up with Kylie Jenner and explores the frenzy behind Kylie Cosmetics.
Stop making fun of me for drinking Coke Zero.
Enough is enough. Stop judging me for ordering Coke Zero with everything, stop telling me that it’s bad for me. Justin Liu defends his favourite beverage from the naysayers and haters out there.
#ESSADebate – Pads vs Menstrual Cups
We’re proud to bring you this year’s first #ESSAdebate! In honour of International Women’s Day, Julia Pham and Jasmine Nguyen engage in some healthy banter over sanitary pads and menstrual cups. Read their respective arguments for each side below and keep an eye out on Friday – we’ll be giving you the chance on Facebook to crown the winner once and for all!!
Uber is problematic – but you’ll keep using it anyway
Uber is practically a staple of modern transport, but its meteoric rise has come at a cost.
The cost of Free
The life of a university student is peppered with free stuff. But are free things always worth getting? Suvi Lokuge delves into the hidden costs of Free.
Why boycotts are sometimes more talk than action
Consumers have a history of speaking out with their wallets when firms behave badly, but exactly what does this entail? Eddie Go explores the economics behind the consumer boycott.
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