Is There Hope in Politics?
As beltway watchers intently debate the incoming administration’s cabinet picks and White House appointments, the more jaded observers of our economic condition have good cause to wonder: what difference does it make? The political order is dominated by high-dollar special-interest
UK government debt sell-off accelerates as borrowing costs reach post-2008 peak
Britain’s benchmark borrowing costs have soared to their highest level since the financial crisis, as investors offload government debt amid persistent inflation fears. The yield on the UK’s 10-year gilt — closely watched as a barometer of future interest payments on
‘Greedflation’ Claims Distract, Drive Policy in the Wrong Direction
As we enter 2025, inflation remains a primary concern, frustrating consumers and confounding policymakers and Economists alike. From 2019 to 2023, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 25.7 percent, reflecting a broad increase in the cost of goods and
The Unintended Consequences of US Intervention in Libya
In 2016, near the conclusion of his second term, President Barack Obama was asked by Chris Wallace about his greatest mistake as president. Obama didn’t hesitate to respond. He said his “worst mistake” was “probably failing to plan for the
Emma Watson’s gin brand nets £5m as Renais plots global expansion
Emma Watson’s premium gin venture Renais has raised nearly £5 million to speed up its global expansion, building on its reputation for sustainable production and strong international demand.Co-founded by the Harry Potter star and her brother, Alex Watson, the Dorset-distilled