Who Will Drive the Post-American Global Economy? (Jim O’Neill)

For any country that depends on international trade and markets, it is now obvious that even if the United States can be persuaded to rein in its trade-war policies, new trading arrangements will be necessary. There has never been a better time to pursue new, coordinated strategies to boost domestic demand. LONDON – Since the …

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Globalization And Its Discontents (David R. Henderson)

We increasingly hear, especially from politicians on the US right, that globalization isa problem. It hurts our workers and makes us more dependent on producers in othercountries and their governments.But is globalization a problem? In answering the question, we need to look not only atthe costs of globalization but also at the benefits. To leave …

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What Is Inclusive Growth? (Ruchir Agarwal)

Proponents aim to create societies that are free, equal, and wealthy What is the role of government in modern economies? Is it possible to create a more equal society without sacrificing economic freedom or wealth? Should we emphasize equal opportunities or equal outcomes? The idea of “inclusive growth” seeks to strike this balance. Since the …

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Total Factor Productivity (Robert Zymek)

How can economies do more with less?  Whether we realize it or not, we think about productivity all the time. Can I take on another project at work without sacrificing my weekend? Can I save commuting time by working from home? Will this course help me do my job better?   Self-help books on productivity regularly …

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The World’s Earliest Evidence of Taxation (Crystal Ponti)

These seven artifacts show us that even ancient civilizations couldn’t escape taxes. Taxes are a familiar part of modern life, showing up in paychecks, receipts and annual filings. Yet even in our digital era, traces of older systems persist. When archaeologists recently uncovered a 2,000-year-old pyramid-shaped structure in the Judean Desert—believed to be a Ptolemaic …

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South Korea’s Flourishing Culture and Teetering Democracy (Katharine H. S. Moon)

President Yoon Suk-yeol’s failed attempt to declare martial law and the subsequent impeachment battle underscored the fragility of South Korea’s young democracy. Despite the country’s economic and cultural achievements, deepening polarization and structural vulnerabilities could pave the way for an authoritarian resurgence. BOSTON – Over the past decade, South Korea has ascended to the pinnacle …

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Lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton that could end accommodations for certain special needs students paused (Lacey Beasley)

CBS News Texas is dedicated to keeping you informed on the current state of education in Texas with a new segment called “The Learning Curve.” You can watch “The Learning Curve” every weekday morning during CBS News Texas Mornings at 6 a.m. If you have something education related you would like us to look into, …

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Firm That Won Multimillion Defamation Suit Against Fox News Takes on Trump (Jasmine Venet)

As big law firms kiss President Donald Trump’s ring, Susman Godfrey is fighting back. On Friday, the firm—which won a successful $787 million lawsuit against Fox News over the network’s airing of 2020 election conspiracies—filed a suit against a Trump executive order meant to “exact revenge.” Paradigm PressJim Rickards: New Economic Boom Starting In May …

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