Category How the World Works

Every notification feels like a little present, doesn’t it? That satisfying ding, a little burst of dopamine, and a smile spreads across your face. It’s a tiny, digital reward, perfectly packaged. But here’s the twist, the subtle sleight of hand:…

In the 1960s, the median American home cost just over two times the median family’s annual income. Think about that. A couple of years of work, and you could afford the American Dream. Today, that ratio isn’t two. It’s not…

So, you probably paid taxes this year. It came straight out of your paycheck, you saw the numbers on your W-2, and maybe you even had to write a check to the IRS in April. It’s a core part of…

Ever get that feeling of sticker shock when you look at your grocery receipt? Or find yourself wincing at the gas pump as the numbers just keep climbing? It’s not in your head, and you’re definitely not alone. It feels…