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Eighth-Graders’ History, Civics Test Scores Hit Record Low

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WSJ - 05.03.2023 Original article ›
Ben Chapman
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Eighth grades civics and history national test scores in the US hit new lows of 13% for history and 20% for civics meeting proficiency standards. The Test used was the National Assessment of Educational Progress. Reading scores are also low. About three decades of progress appear to be wiped out during the pandemic. A message for president Biden- the fight for the soul of America starts right here and this site Lyrarc.com has a knowledge role for this to happen.

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The Struggle and the Promise: Restoring India’s Potential review: A Forbes wish list: How India can lift its game

  
The Hindu - 04.23.2022 Original article ›
Suresh Seshadri
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Larger investments are needed in science and technology development, and in research and development, secondary and higher education, says Naushad Forbes, for India to reach its potential. He says industry has been too timid when it comes to setting goals for design, innovation, and research and development. He calls for a listening society and culture that is open to to outside ideas, continuously makes connections with the outside world, and is keen to apply new ideas learned in the interactions.

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Next financial crisis will come from private cryptocurrencies: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

  
The Economic Times - 12.22.2022 Original article ›
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The governor of India's central bank, the RBI, says cryptocurrency are a threat to the economy and stability and savings of ordinary Indians. He believes private cryptocurrencies should be prohibited. He recently launched RBI own digital currency to combat the problem of private cryptocurrency firms. There is no proper regulatory oversight for cryptocurrency leading to abuses as most recently seen in the dramatic collapse of FTX in the US which was based in the Bahamas. It is covered by the WSJ.

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The Guardian view on non-dom tax status: them not us | Editorial

  
The Guardian - 04.07.2022 Original article ›
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At a time of high inflation and food scarcity, the chancellor Rishi Sunak's wife's non-dom status breaches no law but sends a divisive social message, says this opinion in The Guardian. This is also because taxes are the only way for governments- whether Tory or Labor it is the same for all- to fund social benefits, social infrastructure and physical infrastructure, on which the real quality of all of our lives ultimately depends.

 

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Xi Jinping expected to snub UK summit on climate crisis

  
The Times - 10.20.2021 Original article ›
Oliver Wright, Policy Editor | Will Humphries
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Queen Elizabeth's voice is heard on the microphone before a meeting of the Welsh parliament: "We only know about people who are not coming to the Glasgow Climate Change Summit, its very irritating that they say but they don't do." China had promised to peak coal use by 2030, and help achieve reducing global warming under Paris summit goals. This looks like a remote possibility today as China faces blackouts and factory closings from reducing coal use.

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Micron to Expand Chip Production With $150 Billion in Capital Spending Over Coming Decade

  
WSJ - 10.20.2021 Original article ›
Robert Wall, Alex Leary
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Micron Technology, GlobalFoundaries, Intel, Samsung are planning large investments with the assistance of governments in US, and Japan. Taiwan Semiconductor plans to build a chip plant in Japan. US has allocated $52 billion for domestic investments by chip companies. In recent decades bad policy has led to chip making demise in the US which the Biden administration is determined to reverse by boosting US chip production. Intel Corp has announced large investments in US and Europe, Micron is expected to follow in this direction.

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For Clean Energy, Buy American or Buy It Quick and Cheap?

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NYTimes.com - 05.11.2021 Original article ›
Noam Scheiber
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This report in the NYT looks at the problem facing America and president Biden in renewable energy supply chains. 70% of the renewable energy supply chain for solar and other renewable energy comes from imports  and much of it from China. Biden says it is about jobs, jobs, jobs. For this to happen the Biden administration has to take up the challenge of building an American supply chain for renewable solar and wind energy so that jobs are generated for American workers. 

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PM Modi launches 5G service in 13 cities of India; Gets demo from Mukesh & Akash Ambani | Watch

  
YouTube - 10.01.2022 Original article ›
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PM Modi inaugurates 5G service in 13 cities in India. These cities are Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Pune, Delhi, Gurugram, Chandigarh, Jamnagar, Lucknow, Bengaluru, Chennai, Varanasi, and Kolkata. Other cities will be connected in the next few months and other parts of India in the next phase of 1 to 3 years. Jio's Akash Ambani and Mukesh Ambani took the leadership role in pioneering 4G in India. Jio is now playing a key role in pioneering the transformational technology of 5G throughout India.

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Opinion | Was This the Summer That Saved the Biden Presidency?

  
WSJ - 08.29.2022 Original article ›
Gerard Baker
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Gerard Baker in the WSJ says the abortion rulings of the Supreme Court and the Inflation Reduction Act, Climate Change bills have energized Democrats. He says that as the chances of president Trump running as the nominee of the Republican party in 2024 increased in August, the electoral prospects for Congress of the Republican party have diminished. He says the Mar-a-lago taking of documents by FBI and investigation are also now seen as part of national security issues.

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Is it worth hiking? Exercise review

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The Guardian - 10.12.2019 Original article ›
Stuart Heritage
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Hiking and long walks as a way to break up the endless monotony of work and improve fitness, reducing stress and anxiety. A breath of fresh air and views of the countryside. the clarity of mind that comes with it. Putting everything aside and heading out on a long long walk. Pick a route that suits your ability and don't let anything hold you back. Hiking is great. There are many routes in every region of the world, explore and head out.

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On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing: a reflection on nature – in pictures

  
The Guardian - 08.26.2022 Original article ›
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These pictures of the Atacama desert and Patagonia in Chile, and the Los Flamencos Nature Reserve, in The Guardian, show reflections on Nature on quiet days. The pictures are being shown at the Woolahra Gallery in Sydney's eastern suburbs. Rae Begley shows a rainbow in Patagonia in one of the pictures after some rain on a walking day. Take a trip through this geological landscape and experience the breathing of the earth as a living organism, as Begley puts it.

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Opinion | The GOP’s Big 2024 Problem

  
WSJ - 09.03.2023 Original article ›
The Editorial Board
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About one and a half time of voters are more likely to be against voting for Mr. Trump for president in 2024 than for Mr. Trump, according to a WSJ poll taken after the four indictments, says this Editorial Board opinion in WSJ. It cites the poll of 1500 respondents taken August 24-30 which shows 24% more likely to vote for Trump in a general election and 37% less likely, 35% no effect. WSJ says this presents political headwinds for Republicans.

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A diabetes disparity: Why Colorado's healthy lifestyle brand isn't shared by all

  
USA TODAY - 10.02.2023 Original article ›
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Even in a state that has the lowest diabetes rate in the US at 8.1% there are huge disparities in health and living. USA Today offers a look at these two Colorado's one of affluent Colorado residents who have access to trails, have the knowledge and resources for healthier lifestyles and the other around them who lack access to healthy food, and lack knowledge and education about healthy lifestyles, and face financial and other stress that aggravates their health conditions. 

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Could Steve Scalise Quell the House GOP Revolt to Become Speaker?

  
WSJ - 10.07.2023 Original article ›
Siobhan Hughes
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Steve Scalise of Louisiana and Jim Jordan of Ohio are candidates for the position of Speaker in the US House of Representatives. WSJ looks at the career and political positions taken by Steve Scalise who favors aid to Ukraine and working in incremental steps. Scalise has also come to agreement on raising the debt ceiling. Former Speaker McCarthy is said to favor Jim Jordan for the Speaker's position. Some Republicans who want a non traditional choice also favor Jordan.

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A Soft Landing in the U.S. Could Be Hard for Everyone Else

  
WSJ - 10.15.2023 Original article ›
Chelsey Dulaney, Andrew Duehren
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The US and the EU, China, poor developing countries are following diverging paths. The US in investing heavily in its infrastructure rebuilding under president Biden and its economy is growing, unemployment declining compared to Germany and China where the economy is slowing and facing hurdles. Poor and middle income developing countries in Africa and Asia, Latin America face the hurdles from high interest rates and rising debt burdens. India is also increasing growth by building  infrastructure and manufacturing capabilities.

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Maduro Antagonist on Track to Win Venezuela Primary

  
NYTimes.com - 10.23.2023 Original article ›
Isayen Herrera, Genevieve Glatsky
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Marina Corina Machado shown with her son and daughter in Caracas on Sunday. The Venezuelan leader wins a primary that was held throughout the country with the help of civilians groups. About 2.3 million Venezuelans turned out to vote in a country of 28 million people where many have emigrated overseas or are refugees in neighboring countries with increasing scarcities, high inflation and difficult economic conditions which could have been prevented. The UN reports 7 million refugees or migrated or about 25% of the population.

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Denmark Aims a Wrecking Ball at ‘Non-Western’ Neighborhoods

  
NYTimes.com - 10.26.2023 Original article ›
Emma Bubola
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Segregated enclaves are considered "parallel societies" that do not fit into Danish culture or Danish law.  In the past these immigrant communities stayed separate culturally from the rest of the country where people did not learn Danish and participate in the wider society, and yet benefitted from the welfare system's benefits. Young children in preschools will now be required to take 25 hours a week in preschools that teach the  Danish language and help them integrate culturally.

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The Sleep Habit That’s More Important Than Getting 8 Hours

  
WSJ - 11.09.2023 Original article ›
Alex Janin
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Regularity of sleep is an important factor for longevity, say researchers. Sleeping at the same time every day is important, in addition to getting about 7 hours of sleep or 7-9 hours, and feeling rested. Avoiding interruptions in sleep and napping are also important for longevity. Lack of social connectedness affects sleep. Starting early in life with good sleep habits helps in achieving a long healthy life. Other studies in Japan on good sleep habits have confirmed its importance for health and longevity.

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Why has Britain become so poor?

  
- 07.30.2023 Original article ›
Sam Bowman
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Sam Bowman, economist and editor of magazine Works in Progress, says one reason Britain is lagging behind other EU countries, is that it's insular political and media class are rarely serious about anything else except managing public opinion. They have lost sight of economic growth led by investment and productivity. Poland, Slovenia and South Korea may soon surpass Britain in GDP per capita. The productivity rate in Poland is expected to surpass British productivity, this report in The Times shows.

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Electric cars: Chinese carmakers outpace German giants – DW – 08/06/2023

  
dw.com - 08.07.2023 Original article ›
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Germany is facing a shrinking market for its electric car exports to China as local makers dominate the market in China for the first time in 2023. BYD is China's largest e-car maker and is growing much faster than American or European makers. Every second e-car worldwide in 2023 is made in China. Germany's e-car exports are 60% of what they were in 2022. BYD sells 20 times more e-cars in China than VW.

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Global Coronavirus Cases Surge, U.S. Projects Up to 240,000 Deaths

  
WSJ - 04.01.2020 Original article ›
Phred Dvorak, Paul Hannon
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Maps of U.S. coronavirus by state as of April 1, 2020, that reached 189,000. How coronavirus is surging worldwide with 75,000 added on March 31 to reach 874,000 coronavirus cases detected worldwide. China's numbers have not included coronavirus cases that are asymptomatic. 

China continues to see coronavirus cases with 166 new cases on March 31, showing that it public health authorites have to be vigilant about a restart of the epidemic once it comes under control.

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How America’s Jobs Machine Keeps Humming

  
WSJ - 03.09.2024 Original article ›
Aaron Back
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The workforce participation rate reached a high of 84.5% in 2023. WSJ points to how the flexibility to work from home, remote work, is playing a role in bringing more women, and men into the workforce. More jobs are being created 275,000 in February, and the economy is resilient with inflation coming under control with a larger supply of labor productively used in the economy. Additional immigration, though the need for it to be organized is clear, has added to supply of labor.

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Labour’s ‘rooftop revolution’ to deliver solar power to millions of UK homes

  
The Guardian - 07.13.2024 Original article ›
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Three solar farms in the east of England get approved in the first week of the Labour government. At present most of the solar energy is generated in the north without transmission capabilities to get it where it is needed in the south. Starmer's Labour government is planning a major expansion of solar energy with rooftop panels for homes so that households can cut energy costs. Plans are to triple solar energy by 2030 and quadruple wind offshore energy.

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Corporate Tax Rate Spurs Political Fight With More Than $1 Trillion at Stake

  
WSJ - 06.17.2024 Original article ›
Richard Rubin
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The difference between the 21% tax rate down form 35% put in place in 2017 and the proposed tax rate of 28% by Democrats is $1 trillion over 10 years. The corporate tax rate generates only 8% of government revenues and Lael Brainard thinks this is too low for investment that the government needs to make in climate change action, infrastructure, manufacturing, healthcare, childcare, education and other priorities neglected by different administrations over the last three decades, that are vital to rebuilding America.

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‘I’m getting away from the sun’: when Garry Sobers took his talents to Stoke

  
The Guardian - 07.26.2024 Original article ›
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"When the Legends Played in the Leagues" is the Wisden Book of the Year. The Guardian shows Gary Sobers, the West Indies cricketer from the sixties and the seventies who is one of the most famous cricketers of all time. It shows English cricket in the English Leagues for 1950- 2000. Included here are West Indies cricketers Lance Gibbs, Wesley Hall and Rohan Kanhai. What Ken Rosewall and Rod Laver were to tennis Sobers and Kanhai were to cricket in that era.

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