Category: economics
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The Mirage of Stability: When Data Tells a Half-Truth
Photo by brahan milla on Unsplash We’ve been trained to treat certain numbers like they’re carved in stone. Monthly job reports. Quarterly revenue figures. GDP growth percentages. These metrics arrive like pronouncements from the mountaintop—authoritative, immutable, and immediately absorbed into headlines, forecasts, and strategic plans. And then, quietly—or much less so this most recent time—they…
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The Illusion of Ownership
John had always thought of himself as a true bibliophile. His Kindle library spanned everything from bestselling thrillers to esoteric business manuals—books acquired over years of careful selection, each representing a piece of his evolving intellectual puzzle. One evening, seeking comfort after a stressful day at the office, he decided to revisit a classic he…
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No One Wants to Work {Like This}
If you’ve been on LinkedIn lately, you’ve probably scrolled past posts on “quiet quitting,” burnout, or work-life balance. These topics resonate because so many professionals feel caught in a work culture that demands more time, energy, and mental space than ever before. Make no mistake: this article isn’t a rallying cry to quit your job,…
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Defunding the Future: How Federal Cuts to Science and Medicine May Cost Us More Than We Save
The Hidden Cost of Budget Cuts Recent federal funding cuts are sending shockwaves through the scientific, medical, and agricultural industries. Framed by some policymakers as a necessary move to reduce government spending, these reductions threaten to create a cascade of long-term consequences that far exceed any short-term savings. With the National Institutes of Health (NIH)…
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A New Era of Global Trade
In a world increasingly defined by economic competition and shifting geopolitical landscapes, the recent wave of tariffs imposed by the United States on major trading partners signals a new chapter in global trade. With rising tensions between economic superpowers and renewed debates over protectionism versus free trade, businesses and consumers alike are bracing for the…
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