In 2005, during the Sixth Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization in Hong Kong, the world witnessed large-scale protests by South Korean farmers on the streets of Hong Kong, along with intense clashes between the protesters and the Hong Kong police. Prior to that, similar mass protests had erupted...

Recent comments by President-elect Donald Trump on territorial expansion, including his statements about Greenland, the Gulf of Mexico, and Canada, have drawn significant attention and concern. This is especially notable given the perception that Trump has historically been reluctant to engage in global affairs. However, Trump's actions seem to be...

Climate change is an undeniable reality for humanity. While the climate has always been subject to changes, sometimes warmer and other times cooler over the millions of years of the Earth’s history, today's awareness of these changes has been largely shaped by political and social agendas. The climate change movement...

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently indicated that the strong economy, low unemployment, robust consumer spending, and increased business investment provide the Fed the room to gradually reduce interest rates. In a speech delivered Dallas, Powell remarked, “The economy is not sending any signals that we need to be in...

How should the music industry truly operate? American singer Taylor Swift offers a compelling example.  According to Forbes, Taylor Swift has surpassed a net worth of $1 billion, officially entering the billionaire's club. She is the first artist to achieve this milestone purely through her music career, with a reported...

Recommendation system algorithms are a technological advancement widely adopted by major online platforms, shaping much of what we see online today. However, many people remain unaware of the broader implications of these systems. Originally, recommendation systems were designed to address the problem of information overload. As the volume of content—books,...

In a middle-class society, presidential candidates often actively engage with this demographic during elections, as wealth, whether from new fortunes or high-paying professions, does not automatically garner respect without merit. Individuals in such societies generally enjoy better opportunities for success, and income distribution tends to be more equitable. Key characteristics...

Whether Donald Trump will become the next Republican President of the United States remains uncertain. If he secures the presidency, which seems probable, the implications for China's future international landscape are worth considering. A notable observation is that Trumpism, particularly in its approach to China, centers on economic populism. This...

The Third Plenum of the Chinese Communist Party has outlined the strategic framework for reform, setting forth key directions and principles. However, the ultimate success of these reforms will depend on the specifics of the reform plans and their effective implementation. It is crucial for the Chinese authorities to recognize...

Conflict seems omnipresent in the contemporary world. In the United States, clashes between the Democratic and Republican parties are evident. Similarly, the Middle East is embroiled in the Israel-Hamas conflict, while Europe witnesses the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war. Additionally, ideological divides within nations contribute to global tension. Indeed, this is the...