energy

Germany's Continuing Drop in Oil and Natural Gas Production

In 2023, Germany's oil and natural gas production continued to decline, with calls from BVEG leaders to increase local production for enhanced energy security.

Apr 16, 2024

by Staff

Nostr

OpenSats Announces Extended Support for Key Nostr Contributors Stuart Bowman and hzrd149

OpenSats provides long-term support to key developers Stuart Bowman and hzrd149, reinforcing the development of open-source, censorship-resistant technologies.

Apr 16, 2024

by Staff

Health

Biden Administration Launches $30 Billion 'Global Health Security Strategy'

The Global Health Security Strategy by the Biden Administration commits $30 billion to "improve global infectious disease responses."

Apr 16, 2024

by Staff

Markets

The Illusion of Job Growth: Unpacking the March Jobs Report

The March jobs report in the U.S. suggests an unsettling trend toward part-time employment and a notable decrease in full-time positions.

Apr 16, 2024

by Staff

Markets

'Bougie broke' Americans: Spending more while falling further behind

Despite inflation-adjusted incomes falling dramatically since January 2021, Americans are buying more than ever. That may sound like a contradiction, but it’s perfectly possible, at least in the short run. Americans today, especially the young, are just “bougie broke.” That’s a fancy way of saying people have given

Apr 16, 2024

by EJ Antoni

Economics

The Reflation Myth: Why the Economic Rebound Story is Crumbling

Discrepancies in rising commodity prices and interest rates cast doubt on the authenticity of the perceived economic recovery, challenging the traditional reflation narrative.

Apr 16, 2024

by Staff

Culture

Elon Musk Plans Paywall for New Users on X to Combat Spam Bots

Elon Musk is introducing a paywall for new users on X to tackle spam bots, offering a fee-based posting option or a three-month wait for those who opt out.

Apr 16, 2024

by Staff

Marty's Ƀent

Reminder: The Money In The Bank Isn't Yours

The war on cash is heating up and it seems like more people are starting to notice.

Apr 15, 2024

by Marty Bent

Economics

Is the Biden Administration Trying To Destroy the Dollar?

Confidence in Western financial markets has already been shaken enough by the 20% devaluation of the dollar over the last few years. But now the European Commission wants to hand Ukraine $300 billion seized from Russia. Doing so likely would sound the death knell for the dollar and eventually the

Apr 15, 2024

by EJ Antoni

Markets

Federal Reserve's Reverse Repo Inflows Decline Significantly

The sharp decline in inflows to the Federal Reserve's reverse repo facility signals shifts in U.S. monetary strategy, influenced by tax deadlines and Treasury debt settlements.

Apr 15, 2024

by Staff

Economics

Will China's Banking Troubles Derail the Global Economy?

China's banking challenges and slowing loan growth raise serious concerns about the country's economic stability and its potential impact on global growth.

Apr 15, 2024

by Staff

Politics

Elizabeth Warren Presses CFTC Chair Over His Discussions With Sam Bankman-Fried

Senators Elizabeth Warren and Chuck Grassley are intensifying their scrutiny of the relationship between CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam and Sam Bankman-Fried.

Apr 15, 2024

by Staff

Bitcoin Mining

New Legislation in Norway Targets Bitcoin Mining Operations

Norway's new legislation aims to regulate data center operations by requiring registration with local authorities, specifically targeting Bitcoin mining operations.

Apr 15, 2024

by Staff

podcasts

TFTC - Musings Of A “Right Wing Radical” | Ben Braddock

This episode of TFTC with Ben Braddock explores diverse topics including MS-13’s societal impact, President Nayib Bukele's leadership in El Salvador, and significant shifts in American society post-COVID-19

Apr 15, 2024

by Staff