KoinNews 20 July 24

We live in uncertain times, and in such times, fostering community resilience becomes more important than ever. Imagine a network where neighbors support neighbors, where every skill and act of kindness is valued and reciprocated. Building a mutual aid network isn't just a safety net; it's an investment in collective strength and solidarity. By pooling resources, time, and expertise, we can create a community that thrives even in the face of adversity. 

The biblical principle found in Acts 20:35, “…it is more blessed to give than to receive,” has been a clarion call throughout the centuries inspiring humanity to greater moral and spiritual living. This sentiment, attributed to Jesus, underscores the value of generosity and altruism and is inarguably a good idea in most social situations. Interestingly

Researchers looking for ways to put off death have found a candidate that's free, painless, doesn't taste bad, and won't force you to break a sweat: Gratitude.

Time banking—where community members use their time, instead of money, to pay for goods and services—not only helps meet people’s needs but strengthens communities.

But now it is too late

“I make friends, but then suddenly I can’t bear to be with them” — Kiki’s Delivery Service 1989

The Biden administration's $60 billion expansion of the IRS has netted $1 billion in new revenue so far.

Answer (1 of 7): U.S. government does not strictly adhere to one economic theory or policy approach. Instead, its economic policies are influenced by a combination of various economic theories, including Keynesian economics and monetarism, depending on the prevailing economic conditions and the p...

Young people are living at home and relying on their parents for money well into their 20s. Their parents aren't happy about it.

The history of the US dollar as the world's dominant currency is an interesting story of economic theories, international agreements, and geopolitical maneuvers. From its rise at the Bretton Woods Conference in 1944 to its recent decline with the end of the petrodollar era in 2024, the dollar's journey reflects broader shifts in global economic

Retailers have figured out how to set prices based on your age, mood, and sexual orientation.

The American diplomat and historian George F. Kennan called the First World War the “seminal catastrophe” of the 20th century, and he wrote two lengthy books on the events that led to the outbreak of that war: The Decline of Bismarck’s European Order and The Fateful Alliance. He also included one of his lectures on the First World War in his book American Diplomacy. Reading these works of history gives one a better sense of the root causes of that war, which included policies, decisions, and events that occurred decades before June-August 1914.

Steve Jobs’ Lesson in Courage

Sweating through one of the hottest days in history

The city’s widespread outage is a preview of how bad things could get this hurricane season.