Rules are essential for creating order and enabling cooperation within society. They define acceptable behavior, protect individual rights, and facilitate complex interactions. However, the effectiveness of rules relies heavily on their enforcement. Without fair and consistent enforcement, rules become mere suggestions, eroding trust and potentially leading to chaos.
The content critiques the rise of reckless leadership, particularly focusing on Trump’s actions as detrimental to global stability. It contrasts the concept of madness, which can inspire short-term success, with the destructiveness of past tyrants. The author warns that unchecked madness in power threatens democracy and societal well-being.
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum’s absence from key international forums has drawn criticism, particularly regarding drug trafficking and violence. This lack of engagement coincides with a demoralized diplomatic corps and a government hesitant to openly address controversial issues. Mexico’s foreign policy operates in secrecy, reflecting a disconnect with its economic partners and democratic values.
The essay discusses the evolution of attention economy from the invention of the bikini by Louis Réard in 1946 to the digital revolution. Yanis Varoufakis argues that society has shifted from tangible goods to a system where attention is commodified, creating techno-feudalism. Users, now products, face a challenge in reclaiming focus amidst constant distraction.
The photo should break our hearts. A three-week-old baby dies of starvation in Gaza, weighing less than at birth. There have been thousands of similar images, and the attacks continue. In Mexico City on August 28, a newborn baby was found dying in the bathrooms of the UAM-Iztapalapa. He died.
Pablo Hiriart’s opinion is that President Trump surprises constantly with decisions that seem strange and dangerous, and their impact carries consequences given the enormous power of his office. He analyses a few recent statements and their potential effect on world peace.
Gold prices surged 26% in the first half of 2025 due to a weaker US dollar and increased investment demand amid economic uncertainty. Predictions indicate potential gold price stability with a slight increase, while deteriorating conditions could drive prices 10%-15% higher. Conversely, conflict resolution could lead to a 12%-17% drop in gains.
The collapse of the Soviet Union ended the Cold War and led to U.S. unipolarity promoting capitalism linked with liberal democracy. However, several nations embraced capitalism under authoritarian regimes, challenging the idea that democracy is essential for capitalism. The rise of countries like China and Russia introduces a new era of conflicting capitalist models.
The series “The Real Cost of Tariffs on US and World Economies” explores the adverse effects of Trump’s tariffs, indicating they contribute to inflation, recession, and stagflation. While designed to protect US jobs, they threaten economic stability, provoke tensions with allies, and may enhance China’s global manufacturing strength, undermining US competitiveness.
The article critiques Trump’s tariff policies and argues they strengthen China’s market position by pushing them to diversify exports and invest overseas. It highlights how U.S. strategy has weakened alliances, eroded credibility, and led to economic instability, while China has gained technological and manufacturing superiority, positioning itself as a global leader.