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The article discusses the impact of declining birth rates on the global economy, focusing on Italy and Japan as examples. Topics include the negative effects on industries, government finances, innovation and economic growth. The article also mentions the significant decline in the number of young workers entering the labor market and its potential global repercussions.

The article reports on the declaration by Russian President Vladimir V. Putin of a war against Ukraine that brought back war to the European region. Topics include the possible effects of the war ob the Russian economy and society, European security, and global economy, and the sharp increases in the price of oil and gas and decline of global stockmarkets due to the war.

The article discusses the conflict in Sudan, particularly the power struggle between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces, causing significant humanitarian and economic consequences, with millions of people displaced, leading to a potential famine. The RSF's victories raise concerns about further violence and geopolitical implications, but international attention and efforts to address the conflict have been limited.

The article discusses the economic difficulties in Nevada due to Federal Reserve interest-rate increases, particularly among car owners. It reports that high-risk auto borrowers' delinquency rates have reached a three-decade high, impacting credit unions involved in car lending during the pandemic. It highlights credit unions face liquidity challenges due to slowed deposit growth, increased loan issuance, and the struggle to sustain their traditional business model.

The article focuses on North Korea's recent closure of several embassies, including those in Luanda, Uganda, Spain, and Hong Kong, pointing to economic challenges and geopolitical shifts. Topics include the role of embassies in North Korea's illicit trade, the impact of United Nation (UN) sanctions on the country's finances, and the changing geopolitical dynamics with China and Russia, leading North Korea to prioritize relations with these major powers over smaller countries.

The article discusses the financial performance of Transport company Uber and its potential to make real money. Topics include the challenges it has faced since going public in 2019, recent signs of improved financial discipline; the impact of the pandemic on ride-hailing and food delivery; and the competition it faces in international markets.

The article focuses on the resurgence of musicals with attendance on Broadway and in the West End approaching or exceeding pre-pandemic levels, bolstering the economies of New York and London. Three main topics include the opening of "The Wizard of Oz"-inspired Mexican folk-infused musical off-Broadway, the premiere of "Gatsby" in Boston, and the continuation of Marilyn Monroe-themed productions including a musical based on a television series about her life.

The article focuses on the challenges faced by museums worldwide due to the COVID-19 pandemic with many still struggling despite the easing of restrictions. Topics include the varying recovery of museums across different countries, the opening of innovative museums such as South Korea's Robot & AI museum, and the development of unique cultural spaces like the immersive Shakespeare museum in London, England.

The article focuses on the rising threat of plant diseases, particularly wheat blast, and its potential to cause mass hunger globally. Topics include the significant economic losses caused by plant diseases, the vulnerability of monocultures, and the need for increased scrutiny and surveillance to prevent the spread of these diseases.

The article focuses on the recent diplomatic relations between Australia and China, highlighting the thaw in their ties after years of rupture. Topics include the causes of the diplomatic rift, the economic impact of China's embargoes on Australian exports, and the recent efforts for normalization, emphasizing the challenges and potential risks in Australia's balancing act between the U.S. and China.

The article focuses on North Korea's longstanding policy of isolation and seclusion, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the possibility of a gradual easing of these measures. Topics include North Korea's isolationist policies, the impact of the pandemic on the country's economy and governance, and the recent hints of potential shifts in its diplomatic stance.

The article offers information on the slower spread of new technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), across economies. The topics include the challenges of diffusion; the two-tier economy with tech-embracing firms outperforming others; and the need for full-scale reorganization of businesses to adopt AI. Despite the revolutionary potential of AI, its economic impact will be limited unless many firms embrace and integrate the technology into their operations.

The article discusses falling inflation and the hope for a steady recovery in the global economy. Topics include the positive impact of lower inflation on interest rates and stock markets; the risk of a job market downturn and layoffs; and the potential challenges of divergent inflation rates among major economies, making a complete escape from economic uncertainty uncertain.

The article discusses the potential ineffectiveness of financial sanctions as a deterrent for China's invasion of Taiwan. It explores the weaknesses of America's economic weapons and emphasizes the need for preplanned sanctions. It also analyzes various scenarios and estimates the economic impact of sanctions on China, highlighting the disruptive consequences.

The article focuses on the potential impact of ultra-powerful artificial intelligence (AI) on the future of work and human activities including the economic implications of AI automation, the role of humans in blurred work-play activities and games, and the value of human involvement in politics.

The article focuses on China's state-owned companies and the shift in valuation principles that prioritize social contributions and economic impact over profits. Topics include the revaluation of China's state-owned firms, the challenges in assessing their intrinsic values, and the alignment of this approach with the concept of sacrificing profits for economic growth.

The article reports that the world's five biggest private-sector oil companies, ExxonMobil, Chevron, BP, Shell, and TotalEnergies are shifting focus from east and west to north and south due to geopolitical, economic, and environmental factors. Topics include West's oil titans investing in the Americas; and Big oil has resumed spending on oil and gas after several years of climate-related policy hostility and pandemic-induced demand destruction with an increase in worldwide capital expenditure.

The article focuses on the economic impact of the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas. Topics include the strain on Israel's economy due to increased defense spending, the challenges of managing labor shortages caused by mobilizing reservists, and the collapse of private consumption amid uncertainty and fear of further attacks. The fiscal costs of the conflict and potential risks to Israel's economy are also discussed, highlighting the need for careful management by policymakers.

The article discusses Russia's ability to redirect its diesel exports despite the European Union's ban on imports. Topics include the emergence of new buyers; South American and North African countries, as well as countries like Turkey and Saudi Arabia increasing their purchases; and the creative techniques and methods employed to exploit sanctions and the potential impact on global diesel trade.

The article focuses on the potential impact of mood-altering substances on productivity and economic growth. Topics include the shortage of Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications in the U.S., the historical role of stimulants like sugar and coffee in enhancing work performance, and the positive and negative effects of drug consumption on prosperity.

The article focuses on the demographic challenges faced by Yichun, a Chinese city with a low birth rate that reflects the broader population decline in China's north-east region. Topics include the implications of a shrinking population on China's political system, the economic consequences for local governments reliant on land sales, and the efforts of Yichun to adapt to this decline by promoting ecotourism and offering subsidies to encourage more births.

The article reports on the adverse effects of high inflation in Brazil's economy and the popularity of President Jair Bolsonaro. Other topics include how the increase in the prices of petrol and ethanol could affect the presidential election in October 2022, and Bolsonaro's strategies to arrest his declining popularity like promising salary increases and reducing fuel taxes.

The article discusses the dominance of big business (referred to as superstars) in the economic conditions of the 21st century world, including the impact that corporate mergers and consolidation have on economic competition. An overview of the corporate profits of big business, including the role that consolidation of the market plays in this regard, is provided.

The article focuses on the financial crises being faced by banking firms in the European Union countries. Topics discussed include the falling bank shares as of January 2016, the negative interest rates pursued by central banks, and the bank share prices. Information related to the business models, economic impact, and regulation governing the banking industry, are also included.

The article highlights the condition of U.S. due to covid-19 epidemic. It mentions that the country's civilian workforce have filed for unemployment benefits in the past three weeks; and also highlights the estimate of thousands covid-19 cases confirmed and deaths than any other in the world which made a great impact on its economy.

The article focuses on the economic impact of United Nations (UN) offices in African cities. It cites the benefit of UN hubs to sellers of fresh produce and other products, unskilled workers and small businesses. Also noted is the economic advantages of an increase in the number of well-paid workers to cities. It points out the tendency of a large UN presence to distort the local job market and to foster resentment due to the inequality brought by the salaries of UN workers.

The article focuses on the increase in costs of Great Britain's exit from the European Union to the country, including the gap in gross domestic product, and also discusses the economic benefits of the exit to the country.

The article comments on the effort of the British government to reach a deal over the country's exit from the European Union (EU). Prime Minister Theresa May is criticized for stressing the country's readiness to depart from the EU with no deal in place. The government is warned about the economic consequences of leaving the union without a deal.

The article explores the falling value of the Iranian rial against the U.S. dollar in 2018. The currency has lost a third of its value on the black market since September 2017. In response, the government imposed an exchange rate of 42,000 and threatened to arrest anyone who bought or sold rials for what they are actually worth. The impact of the exchange rate on the Iranian economy is discussed.

The article examines the economic impact of occupational licensing in the U.S. It criticizes the rules for undermining competition in the labor market since they make harder to enter a profession. The advantage of the rules to more educated employees and highest earning professionals is discussed, a well as the need to reform the professional licensing model with that of Great Britain.

The article reports on the damage caused by Hurricane Irma in the Caribbean nations. The environmental damage and the effect of the hurricane on the economic conditions of the nations and its effect on the tourist sector which forms major portion of it are mentioned. The efforts of the government and the citizens to rebuild the nation are mentioned.

The article reports that on June 16, 2017 Amazon said it would pay $13.7 billion for Whole Foods, an upscale grocer known for its organic produce. the The news prompted the shares of a large group of rival grocery companies including Walmart and Kroger to sink quickly. The effect of the acquisition on the retail industry in U.S. are mentioned.

The article discusses political issues concerning the Russian military intervention in Ukraine. Topics explored include the intention of Russia to gain control over the Donbas region of Ukraine, the access of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) to the 2015 local elections in rebel-held regions in Ukraine, and the reported economic impact of the unrest in the country.

The article discusses the economic impact of globalization, specifically the influence of competition among companies on wage inequality. Topics include a wide range in corporate profits due to increases in market power resulting from concentration within U.S. industries from acquisitions, the economic impact of increasing state-licensing laws, and the long-term benefits of industry deregulation.

The article comments on a referendum filed by Guatemalan voters at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) demanding sovereignty over 53 percent of Belize. It presents a historical background of Guatemala's claim. The response by the Belizean government to the referendum is discussed, as well as the potential impact of the court's ruling in the case on the economies of both countries.

The article explores the tendency of most economists to ignore the moral aspects of an economic policy when analyzing its overall effects. Topics discussed include the reasons why economists tend to strip their economic analyses of their moral and ethical elements, the economists who have written books focused on the moral aspects of economics and the pros and cons of not including morals in analyzing economic policies and trends.

The article reports on the French telecoms billionaire Patrick Drahi and change in the personal fortunes and those of his company on account of his $185 billion bid for America's second-largest cable operator Charter Communications. The market value of firm Altice, collapsed by half, thereby reducing much of his personal wealth. The author recommends him to change his approach and mend his appetite for acquisitions.

The article discusses the possibility of automobile industry consolidation in relation to an emissions-cheating scandal involving the firm Volkswagen (VW) AG. Topics include growing research and development costs in the automobile industry, problematic previous attempts at automobile industry mergers, and the impact of economic conditions on the industry's slow sales growth.

The article focuses on the rate of European bank mergers in 2015. Topics include economic integration throughout Europe, cross-border banking acquisitions, and the rate of intra-European merger deals in 2015. Information is provided on the Spanish bank Banco Sabadell's acquisition of the bank TSB and increasing banking industry health in the European Union (EU).

The article focuses on the increase in Chinese acquisition of European-owned firms in Europe in 2015. Topics include the China National Chemical Corporation's (CNCC) acquisition of the Italian tire manufacturer Pirelli, Chinese foreign investment in Europe, and how privatization has impacted the European economy. Information is provided on China's demand for European assets.

The article focuses on the family-controlled firm Sika, a Swiss building materials company, and its French rival Saint-Gobain's request to purchase all shares from family members while paying nothing for non-family shareholder stock. Topics include shareholder rights in Switzerland, mandatory-bid rules, and the amendment of articles of association.

The article focuses on Wang Jianlin, founder and head of the Chinese private property development firm Dalian Wanda. Topics include Dalian Wanda's purchase of the entertainment company InFront Sports Media in 2015, his investment in the hotel industry, and Wang's plans to make Dalian Wanda an entertainment company. Information is provided on Dalian Wanda's opening of Shanghai Disneyland in 2016.

The article focuses on the global mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market in 2014. Topics include the valuation of companies after the global economic crisis, the economic cycles in the M&A market between the 1980s and 2014, and the threat of consolidation in industry. Information is provided on competition and the creation of value through M&A deals.

The article reports on the damage caused by Hurricane Irma in the Caribbean nations. The environmental damage and the effect of the hurricane on the economic conditions of the nations and its effect on the tourist sector which forms major portion of it are mentioned. The efforts of the government and the citizens to rebuild the nation are mentioned.

The article reports on the environmental damage and the effect of the hurricane on the economic conditions of the Caribbean nations and that earthquake of magnitude 8.1 has hit Mexico and Guatemala's congress has passed a legislation which reduces punishment for campaign finance crimes and that European Commission has announced that Poland hasfailed to address the concerns over reforms in the judiciary sector.

The article focuses on the popularity of a British politician Jeremy Corbyn in Great Britain despite of losing general election of 2017. Topics discussed include acquitting himself as party leader by Corbyn, Corbyn's policies to offering a vision of a better future and combination of economic forces including ong-term and short-term, favoring Corbyn.