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X @The Economist
The Economist· 2025-07-06 11:20
The case for reforming welfare should come naturally to Britain’s prime minister. But he fell back on the weak, contingent case that his hands are forced by the public finances—only then to destroy his credibility by backing down https://t.co/nlVRWch7uQ ...
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Bloomberg· 2025-07-06 10:49
Leveraging home sensors and AI, Whisker Labs has developed new ways to rapidly track electricity flows to detect grid faults — leaving some power providers trailing https://t.co/qR8Xvq4pXN ...
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Ansem 🧸💸· 2025-07-05 18:26
RT Pascal-Emmanuel Gobry (@pegobry_en)- Yimby but only for single family homes- No pensions unless you have 3 or more kids- MASSIVE child allowance (like way more than Hungary does) for married couples with one parent working full time- Taxes on people who aren’t married by 2X- Taxes on childless people- Homemaker allowance- Head of family wage (via corporate tax credit)- Laws against cohabitation- Tax or penalty if you’re not married by 2X- Massive whole of society pro-family/pro-birth propaganda/cultural ...
X @The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal· 2025-07-05 16:05
Fashion Trends - The swimwear industry is experiencing a resurgence of 1960s-style swim trunks, characterized by a narrow, mid-thigh cut [1] - These retro swim trunks evoke a sophisticated, mid-century aesthetic [1]
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Sou Hu Cai Jing· 2025-07-05 10:51
Group 1 - The Federal Reserve is reassessing its monetary policy framework, indicating a shift from the previous "Flexible Average Inflation Target" (FAIT) due to the failure of this approach in managing inflation effectively [2][4] - The previous policy allowed inflation to exceed 2% temporarily, which led to a significant rise in inflation rates, peaking at 9% in 2021, prompting the Fed to raise interest rates hastily [2][4] - Analysts suggest a return to traditional inflation targets, emphasizing the need to monitor both inflation and employment deviations, reflecting a recognition of the risks associated with high inflation [4] Group 2 - The Federal Reserve plans to enhance its communication strategy, aiming for greater transparency in its economic forecasts and policy intentions [5][8] - The introduction of "alternative economic scenarios" will provide a range of potential outcomes, but may also indicate uncertainty in the Fed's predictions [5] - The Fed's intention to disclose anonymous committee member predictions on interest rates could lead to confusion among investors, as it lacks clarity on individual viewpoints [5][7] Group 3 - The adjustments in the Fed's inflation targets may lead to earlier interest rate hikes, impacting borrowing costs for consumers, which could result in higher mortgage and loan rates [8][10] - Improved communication from the Fed could benefit investors by providing clearer insights into potential policy changes, but skepticism remains regarding the reliability of these forecasts [8][10] - The Fed's policy changes will have global implications, affecting emerging markets and potentially leading to currency fluctuations and market volatility in countries like China [9][10] Group 4 - The recent policy adjustments reflect the Fed's acknowledgment of past mistakes and a desire to mitigate future risks through improved communication [10][11] - The Fed's reliance on expert predictions has proven fallible, highlighting the importance of individual financial responsibility over dependence on institutional forecasts [10][11] - The overall message emphasizes that economic conditions are unpredictable, and individuals should focus on personal financial management rather than solely relying on the Fed's guidance [11]
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-07-05 10:06
Green factory projects took off across the US with federal incentives and optimism about the shift to clean energy. Then came Trump's megabill https://t.co/1MXgXpaH1W ...
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BBC News (World)· 2025-07-05 05:55
Family archive 600 years old returns to Jersey https://t.co/b578jIGnu9 ...
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Bloomberg· 2025-07-05 02:10
Leveraging home sensors and AI, Whisker Labs has developed new ways to rapidly track electricity flows to detect grid faults — leaving some power providers trailing https://t.co/QGLCjBd5Px ...
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The Economist· 2025-07-05 00:20
Speaking out on world affairs is in vogue and much of it is doubtless heartfelt and sincere. But it can also have other motives—and unintended consequences https://t.co/5BBOscQO3K ...