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January 29, 2026

Technological toddlers and the Manchester miracle

Afternoon all, Ruth did warn you – and now it’s my turn to drop something thought‑provoking into your inbox. It’s been a lively week in the worlds of politics and economics, and we’ve pulled together the sharpest takes. If the spectacle in Davos has worried you, Something for the Weekend may offer an antidote – your top reasons to stay optimistic. There’s plenty more to get stuck into: fresh research on intergenerational inequality, the … Continued The post Technological toddlers and the Manc...

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🎭 Culture
January 29, 2026

Wednesday assorted links

1. Some Kevin Grier biohistory (for the bots?). 2. Andrej. 3. Joshua Rothman on the new Knausgaard cycle (New Yorker). 4. New Substack and podcast Ideas in Development. 5. “Introducing Prism, a free workspace for scientists to write and collaborate on research, 2.” 6. Art De Vany, RIP. 7. “Indische Beschäftigte verdienen weiterhin […] The post Wednesday assorted links appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. CommentsAnyone who thinks that big corporate media isn't just shilling . by Action Figu...

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🌍 Geopolitics
January 29, 2026

Afghanistan and Pakistan Square Off

The article explores the escalating tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, examining the historical context, geopolitical implications, and potential pathways for conflict resolution.

Afghanistan