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Migrant Crisis Series

Has Angela Merkel made German integration issues worse by letting in a million refugees?

Aug 16, 2016 14:54 pm UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Sex attacks in Cologne and other German cities; an attempted suicide bombing in Ansbach; a train stabbing spree in Wrzburg. These crimes have left a growing number of Germans thinking the previously unthinkable: that...

Theresa May has a golden opportunity to make devolution work – but it must be progressive

Aug 14, 2016 04:20 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Since Theresa May took office as prime minister of the UK in July there has been a great deal of speculation about how if at all powers over tax rates and local spending will be devolved to local authorities, as promised...

Capitalism and Democracy [part 4]

Aug 13, 2016 11:21 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy Politics

Earlier parts of this series on capitalism and democracy raised questions about the tense and often contradictory relationship between capitalist markets and the egalitarian spirit and power-humbling institutions of...

Capitalism and Democracy [part 3]

Aug 13, 2016 11:18 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy Politics

Part two of this series on capitalism and democracy introduced the unfamiliar idea of democracy failure. Instead of seeing democracy as the hapless victim of capitalist markets, as Marxists and others have typically done...

Capitalism and Democracy [part 2]

Aug 13, 2016 11:16 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics Economy

Part one of this series on capitalism and democracy probed the famous remark of the American economist and sociologist Thorstein Veblen that there are historical moments when democratic sovereignty is converted into a...

Capitalism and Democracy [part one]

Aug 13, 2016 11:15 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics Economy

Lets begin with a discomforting fact often forgotten in recent years: capitalism is not naturally the best friend of democracy. Since the early years of the nineteenth century, especially during periods of economic...

US Election Series

Is the US electoral system really 'rigged'?

Aug 13, 2016 10:17 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Many have speculated how a Trump victory would affect the U.S., but few have thought about the consequences of a Trump loss. After falling behind Hillary Clinton in the polls, Donald Trump has already developed a narrative...

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Economy

Rio Tinto Explores Potential $6 Billion Acquisition of Arcadium Lithium Amid Market Slump

Rio Tinto Considers Buying Arcadium Lithium Amid Price Drop Global mining giant Rio Tinto has confirmed discussions to acquire lithium producer Arcadium Lithium, aiming to enhance its presence in the lithium supply...

China Pauses Gold Buying Amidst Price Surge for Fifth Month

Chinas Gold Reserves Steady; Value Rises with Market Trends Chinas central bank refrained from purchasing additional gold for the fifth consecutive month in September due to rising gold prices, as per official data....

Oil Prices Dip Amid Middle East Tensions & Positive U.S. Data

Oil Prices Decline After Middle East Tensions Surge Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Monday, following a significant rally last week. Brent crude futures dropped 0.5% to $77.64 a barrel, and West Texas Intermediate...

Vietnam Targets 7.6%-8% Economic Growth in Q4 2024 Amid Strong Q3 Results

Vietnam Sets Ambitious Economic Growth Target for Q4 2024 Vietnam is striving for robust economic growth in the final quarter of 2024, intending to expand its GDP by 7.6%-8%, according to the countrys planning minister....

China’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Beat Forecasts with $28.2 Billion Rise in September

Chinas Foreign Exchange Reserves Surpass Expectations in September Chinas foreign exchange reserves increased by $28.2 billion in September, reaching $3.316 trillion, according to official data released on Monday. This...

Politics

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Separated?

Rumors are swirling again about the state of Donald and Melania Trumps marriage, with many questioning whether the couple has quietly separated. According to insiders, the former president and the former first lady have...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Happily Married?

Rumors surrounding Donald Trump and Melania Trumps relationship have circulated for years, with many questioning whether their marriage is truly happy or merely a façade. Despite public appearances, sources close to...

Are Donald Trump's Parents Alive?

Donald Trumps rise to the presidency has been a widely discussed chapter in American political history, but what about the people who shaped him? Are Donald Trumps parents still alive? The answer may surprise those who...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Getting a Divorce? Insider Reveals ‘Melania Is Ready to Walk Away'

Rumors about Donald Trump and Melania Trump heading for divorce have been circulating for years, but the chatter has only intensified in recent months. From speculations about Melanias absence at key events to reports of...

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Still Together?

Speculation about the status of Donald Trump and Melania Trumps marriage has been swirling for years. The former president and first lady, despite being thrust into the spotlight during Trumps presidency, have always...

Science

SpaceX Prepares to Launch NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission to Jupiter’s Moon Next Week

SpaceX is gearing up for the much-anticipated launch of NASAs Europa Clipper mission to Jupiters moon, Europa, next week. After overcoming recent Falcon 9 setbacks, SpaceX has encapsulated the satellite within the Falcon...

Europe Pushes Back Against SpaceX's Efforts to Expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell Operations

European mobile network operators are opposing SpaceXs initiative to expand Starlink Direct-to-Cell services, urging the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject SpaceXs request to operate beyond standard...

SpaceX and T-Mobile Begin Testing Starlink Cellular Satellite Service Ahead of 2025 Launch

SpaceX and T-Mobile have reportedly initiated tests for their highly anticipated Starlink Cellular satellite service. Speculation emerged after users noticed satellite activity on their phones, fueling excitement ahead of...

SpaceX Pauses Falcon 9 Launches After Anomaly During Crew 9 Mission Investigation

SpaceX has suspended all Falcon 9 launches after an anomaly occurred with the rockets second stage during the Crew 9 mission for NASA. The second stage failed to land as planned, prompting an investigation and delaying...

Tesla’s $25K Compact Car Could Drive Bigger Stock Gains Than Robotaxi, Analyst Predicts

As anticipation builds for Teslas Robotaxi, some analysts believe the companys upcoming $25,000 compact car will have a more significant impact on its stock. Gary Black of The Future Fund argues that entering the...

Technology

China Denies Massive Hack as US Telecom Giants Report Major Data Breach in Court Systems

A Chinese hacking group reportedly breached US telecom companies Verizon, ATT, and Lumen, accessing data from government surveillance systems. The Wall Street Journal reports that hackers maintained control of these...

Ethereum’s Bold Move: 50% Speed Boost, Block Delays Slashed, and Lower Fees in Sight!

Ethereums latest game-changing proposal, EIP-7781, promises to slash block delays by 33% while increasing network throughput by 50%. The upgrade is set to revolutionize Ethereums transaction speeds and reduce fees across...

Bitcoin ETFs on Brink of Toppling Satoshi Nakamoto’s Legendary $68 Billion BTC Fortress

With 4.68% of Bitcoins total supply now under their control, Bitcoin ETFs are set to topple Satoshi Nakamotos legendary $68.2 billion BTC holdings this month, marking a monumental moment for the crypto world. Bitcoin...

Shiba Inu (SHIB) Price on the Brink? Bollinger Bands Reveal Intriguing Twist

Shiba Inu (SHIB) might be gearing up for a significant price movement as it rises above the Bollinger Bands average. Despite a recent dip, bullish indicators suggest a potential upward trend if key levels hold. SHIB...

UAE Ends VAT on Crypto Transactions: Huge Win for Virtual Asset Companies

The UAE has scrapped value-added tax on crypto transfers and conversions, a landmark move retroactive to 2018. Virtual asset companies can now recover previously paid VAT and benefit from the countrys evolving...