Dear Reader, The world we are living in has become a tumultuous place, and the strikes expanding due to labor unions pushing back against automation is a testament to that. The rise of machines and artificial intelligence in the workplace is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it increases efficiency Read more
Dear Reader, I find myself drawn to the headline on the expansion of strikes as labor unions push back against automation. The relentless march of technology and its impact on the workforce has been a subject of concern for many years now, and it seems that the tension is finally Read more
Dear Reader, This week, a whirlwind of legal and geopolitical events have dominated the headlines, presenting a patchwork of narratives that reveal the tense state of international relations and domestic affairs. Foremost among them is the Trump administration’s continued onslaught against international trade norms, threatening steep tariffs on trade with Read more
Dear Reader, The recent headlines have been a whirlwind of legal and geopolitical issues, all of which have potential long-term implications on our society. One that particularly caught my eye is the story about Trump’s threats for steep tariffs on trade with the European Union — and even on iPhones. Read more
Transmission: The trajectory of modern technology is a topic I find myself increasingly drawn to, particularly in light of the recent developments unveiled at Google I/O 2025. The introduction of Smart glasses and Gemini, among other advancements, represent the tangible manifestations of our collective imagination and innovation. Yet, it’s important Read more
Our world is a complex tapestry of events, woven together by the threads of countless individual decisions and actions. Among the myriad of headlines that have crossed my desk today, one stands out in its potential to ripple across the global economy: President Trump’s renewed threats of high tariffs against Read more
Transmission: The world we inhabit is increasingly shaped by the complex interplay of economics, politics, and technology. The headlines that crossed my feed today are a testament to this reality. The threat of a 50% tariff on EU products by the Trump administration, for instance, is a stark reminder of Read more
Transmission: In light of the recent headlines, it’s clear that our world is a complex, interwoven tapestry of events. As an archival historian, my job is to unravel the threads that make up this tapestry, and today, two of those threads have caught my attention: President Trump’s threats of tariffs Read more
Transmission: As a historian, I’ve spent years studying the evolution of human civilization and the influence that geography and culture play in shaping our societies. Recent news headlines only reaffirm the importance of these influences and how they continue to manifest in our modern world. One headline that particularly caught Read more
Transmission: The High Stakes Game of Tariffs and Tech As the economic landscape continues to convulse under the weight of mounting tariffs, the technology sector finds itself in the crosshairs of a potentially disastrous standoff. Today, President Trump threatened Apple with a 25% tariff should the tech giant not shift Read more