Economists cannot say with precision when the next U.S. recession will begin. But there is no reasonable doubt that the U.S. economy will weaken in 2019.
Europe: Five Big Surprises for 2019
Dealing in alternate realities is a tricky business. As is often noted, predictions are hard, especially about the future.
Stock Markets and the Trump Factor
While Trump says it’s all the Fed’s fault, this is why U.S. stock markets are really collapsing.
American People to Trump: What’s Goin’ on in the Markets?
What makes this particular market correction so spooky is that, unlike in 2008, no single reason has yet been identified as causing the downturn.
A Hindu’s Reflections on Desire and the Human Condition
The beguiling world of kama, presented around the Western world’s Christmastime.
Christmas Greetings — The Global Version
Enjoy the holidays (in whichever date they may fall in your home culture).
Refugees and Social Media Running Amok: A Special Season’s Greetings
To overturn “fake news” demands so much more than fact-checking. It takes educating society with critical thinking skills.
In Charts: Global Poverty
A collection of charts, maps and graphs exploring global poverty, those affected and the challenges they face.
Will Bad Bankers Ever Be Punished?
What can be done to rein in the prevailing culture of greed at leading global banks?























