Author: EconLearner

A wall with photos of people still being held hostage in Gaza, on October 26, 2023 in Tel Aviv, … [+] Israel. In the wake of the October 7 Hamas attacks that left an estimated 1,400 dead and 240 kidnapped (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)Getty Images We begin this holiday season with the convergence of multiple massive global crises and technologies unlike anything any country or people have faced before in history. Because women are the front lines of their communities – and because their abuse has become a weapon of war – it is important that women have had…

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Last time the issue of concern was why the Hamas attack caught Israel by surprise. This time it’s that perennial issue in Ukraine since the current Russian invasion: why are NATO countries willing to tolerate an ongoing stalemate? Washington simply won’t give Kiev enough weapons fast enough to defeat the Russkies. Germany’s and America’s trickle-down approach creates a WWI kind of attrition for trench warfare and will likely last several years. Also known as a meat grinder, it guarantees devastating losses for both sides. The Russians, it seems, are willing to put up with it – they have the population…

BusCaro founder Maha Shahzad BusCaro How do ordinary Pakistanis get to work, school and shops every day? Start-up based in Karachi BusCarowhich is announcing today that it has raised $1.5 million in seed funding, believes it has the answer in a country where transportation options are often unsafe, unreliable, or simply out of reach. BusCaro – one of whose Urdu words means “take the bus” – bridges the gap between Pakistan’s complicated public transport and options like taxis, rideshares and rickshaws, which are too expensive for most people. The business, now operating in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, aims to work…

Navigating the insurance landscape after a cancer diagnosis presents a unique set of challenges and concerns. Patients and their families are often at a crossroads, dealing with the emotional and physical costs of the disease, while also having to make critical decisions about insurance coverage. Getting insurance is still possible but with complications. Insurance Options Diagnosis after cancer Health Insurance The main challenge lies in the varying response of insurance companies to a cancer diagnosis. The government prohibits denying cover due to pre-existing conditions, but this does not provide a one-size-fits-all approach for all insurers. Premiums can vary widely, and…

The INNOCN 27P1U PRO is a 4K monitor with a 60 Hz refresh rate and even an HDR function. The screen … [+] it has a built-in 8MP HD webcam, microphones and stereo speakers. It offers a lot for the money.FOOL Imagine a computer monitor with a webcam, microphones, speaker and built-in graphics tablet or touch function. That’s quite a tall order, but I spent a few weeks with the INNOCN 27P1U PRO. This 27-inch 4K touchscreen has a 60Hz refresh rate and uses a Quantum Dot IPS display to deliver the kind of color performance that photographers and graphic…

The adoption and integration of AI should be a top priority for employersgetty The Skills Index 2023 report from BTG (Business Talent Group) uncovered some mind-blowing facts about artificial intelligence and its integration into today’s workplace. Data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning remain skills in demand, with data science and machine learning up 100%+ in demand compared to previous years. And this is expected to be the case for at least the next few years as AI tools continue to roll out after GPT chat hits the market in November 2022. However, while demand is at an all-time high,…

“We need people doing applied research, working with companies, mentoring companies, … [+] participation in boards, writing in newspapers and business magazines. This is the richness of academia. We cannot limit our intellectual contribution to a very limited number of articles a year.” Eric Cornuel, President of EFMDgetty The more positive energy you put out into the world, the more positive energy comes back to you. Spend some time with Eric Cornuel, President of the European Foundation for Management Development, EFMD and you immediately feel the positive charge. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Eric began his entrepreneurial career by setting up a hydroelectric…

A female protester holds a placard expressing her opinion during an anti-Manipur demonstration … [+] violence in Mumbai. Violence in Manipur erupted in May 2023 affecting men, women and children who have taken refuge in refugee camps. (Photo: Ashish Vaishnav/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images In November 2023, British media reported on the use of sexual violence in the recent wave of violence in Manipur, India. This follows a conflict that erupted in May 2023, described by the UN as “communal conflict between the predominantly Hindu Meitei and the predominantly Christian Kuki ethnic communities”. They added, “by…

In this article we cover 7 promising areas of cleantech that we believe exist … [+] opportunities for innovative startup projects.getty One of the remarkable trends in the second half of the 20th century is the gradual recognition that we, as humans, bear the responsibility of managing our planet. This realization places a significant responsibility on all individuals, especially those of influence. One of the ways you can have a huge positive impact on the future is to be one of the innovators who can take what is technologically possible and make it commercially viable. Another notable point is that…