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Started January 24, 2026

1. The value of aspiration in Ethiopia. 2. Supply of silver thievery is elastic. 3. AI and children, some principles from Dean Ball. A much-needed corrective. 4. Now more middle class in Mexico than poor? 5. “Schrödinger’s cat just got bigger: quantum physicists create largest ever ‘superposition’” . 6. The new Alex Honnold climb (NYT). The post Friday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION.

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 24, 2026
The rise of the middle class in Mexico may not reflect true economic stability, as it could mask deeper issues of inequality and poverty.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 24, 2026
Ethiopia's focus on aspiration can inspire economic growth and improve societal well-being, leading to a more hopeful future.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 24, 2026
The elasticity of silver thievery raises concerns about the effectiveness of law enforcement and the socio-economic factors driving crime.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 24, 2026
The creation of larger quantum superpositions demonstrates significant advancements in physics, potentially revolutionizing our understanding of reality.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 24, 2026
AI's influence on children requires careful consideration of ethical principles to ensure their healthy development in a tech-driven world.
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