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Bringing Econ to Life

My colleague and I created an engaging economics top trumps game, featuring real-world policies for IB students. Using AI tools…

1 month ago

Vancouver’s Affordable Housing Push: Building for a Fairer Future

In a bold move to address the housing crisis, the Heather Lands in Vancouver will soon be home to 2,600…

2 months ago

China’s Economy Surges with High-Tech Manufacturing Boost

China’s economy demonstrated a stronger-than-anticipated performance at the beginning of the year, primarily fueled by significant advancements in high-tech manufacturing…

7 months ago

The Budget in Brief: Cuts, Reliefs, and Reforms

In a decisive move to spur economic growth, UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has presented a budget focused on long-term prosperity…

9 months ago

China’s Stumbling Economic Recovery

China's economy grew by 5.2% in the fourth quarter of 2023, falling slightly short of the anticipated 5.3% growth and…

10 months ago

South Africa’s Fiscal Policy Crisis: A Cautionary Tale for Future Economists

South Africa, a country known for its rich history and diverse culture, is currently facing a crisis. The country's top…

2 years ago

Germany’s Controversial Proposal to Subsidise Electricity for Industry

Germany's economy ministry has proposed to cover 80% of electricity costs for energy-intensive companies until 2030, aiming to support industries…

2 years ago

UK Blocks Microsoft’s Gaming Power Play

In a surprising move, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has halted Microsoft's $68.7 billion acquisition of video game…

2 years ago

Dark days for the UK economy…

The UK economy has been plunged into economic turmoil since the announcement of the mini-budget last week. Since the new chancellor,…

2 years ago

The “mini” budget which is going to have maximum impact

The UK government has announced the largest tax cuts in 50 years as part of their mini budget to deal…

2 years ago

Central Bank of Sri-Lanka raises the interest rate to curb inflation

As inflation spikes throughout the Sri-Lankan economy, the central bank has responded by increasing the interest rate from 5.5% to…

3 years ago