Last year was the most widely anticipated recession in history because tight monetary policy, slower government spending and higher oil prices normally spell doom. Yet total economic output (GDP) in both America and Australia kept growing in real (after inflation) terms. So, what can we expect in 2024? Will economists get it right this year Continue reading »
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“Are the airstrikes in Yemen working?” It was a simple question, delivered directly to President Joe Biden this afternoon.
The post Biden on Yemen Airstrikes: “Are They Stopping the Houthis? No. Are They Gonna Continue? Yes.” appeared first on The Intercept.
Dream Security has a raft of NSO Group vets at the helm — and deep ties to the Israeli and international right.
The post In Video From Gaza, Former CEO of Pegasus Spyware Firm Announces Millions for New Venture appeared first on The Intercept.
The House Democratic leadership, normally staunch allies of AIPAC, bucked the Israel lobby in favor of incumbent progressive Summer Lee.
The post Hakeem Jeffries Bucks AIPAC, Endorses Squad Member Summer Lee appeared first on The Intercept.
Ukraine is working with a founder of the Yippie movement to provide ibogaine to soldiers on and off the battlefield.
The post The Ukrainian Military Is Experimenting With Psychedelic Drug Ibogaine to Treat Traumatic Brain Injuries appeared first on The Intercept.
The White House is campaigning to spin Biden’s support for Israel’s war while actively facilitating the slaughter.
The post Joe Biden Wants You to Believe He Is Opposed to Genocide in Gaza appeared first on The Intercept.
Around 25 years ago, wise commentators said China may, in due course, be able to produce acceptable basic, manufactured white-goods but making motor cars that would sell globally was not conceivable. Far too many complex inputs went into making a modern family sedan compared to a refrigerator. As for landing a rover on the Moon Continue reading »
Sen. Bernie Sanders forced a vote on the resolution, which would have opened the door for Congress to freeze U.S. aid to Israel.
The post Senate Kills Measure to Scrutinize Israeli Human Rights Record as Condition for Aid appeared first on The Intercept.
The push to oust Liz Magill began when the university hosted a festival celebrating Palestinian literature.
The post Pro-Israel Effort to Smear Penn President Started Well Before Oct. 7 appeared first on The Intercept.
The attacks against the Iran-backed Houthis stoked fears of U.S. involvement in a regional conflagration.
The post Biden’s Strikes in Yemen Are Unconstitutional, Bipartisan Members of Congress Say appeared first on The Intercept.