How To Win a Trade War? Lose Less Than Your Opponents. The only winning move is not to play. But if you must, a new book offers some suggestions. Reason · Jun 1
Sun Tzu Quote of the Day: “Treat your men as you would your own beloved sons. And they will follow you into the deepest valley.” Sun Tzu's ancient wisdom on leadership remains relevant today. He stressed treating followers like beloved sons to earn deep loyalty. This approach builds trust and commitment, far beyond what fear can achieve. Modern leaders, whether in business or families, find that genuine care and respect are key to inspiring dedication. The Economic Times · May 19
Quote of the Day by Diogenes: "Those who have virtuous wives are happy; those who have vicious ones..." Quote of the Day: Ancient philosopher Diogenes' quote highlights how happy marriages bring peace, while difficult ones foster wisdom through reflection. This timeless observation remains relevant today, as modern relationships, despite their challenges, continue to shape our emotional growth and understanding of life. Painful experiences often lead to profound self-discovery… The Economic Times · May 15
Quote of the Day by Zhuangzi: "Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly." Quote of the Day: Life's most significant transformations often emerge from moments of darkness and uncertainty, much like a caterpillar's metamorphosis into a butterfly. Difficult phases, though painful, are essential for growth, resilience, and preparing for a more beautiful future. This timeless wisdom offers hope, reminding us that endings can… The Economic Times · May 14
Quote of the Day by Japanese Philosopher Jakucho Setouchi: "A person who has never suffered for love has..." Quote of the Day: Modern relationships often lack depth due to fast-paced digital interactions and a fear of vulnerability. Japanese philosopher Jakucho Setouchi's quote highlights that genuine love involves emotional risk and potential suffering. This suffering, she argues, is not a failure but a sign of truly experiencing life. Meaningful… The Economic Times · May 14
Don Tzu vs 'philosopher king' Xi: Decoding the worldviews of Donald Trump and Xi Jinping Trump’s philosophy is often mistaken for the absence of philosophy, but absence can become a system if practised with sufficient confidence. Every problem becomes a deal, every deal becomes a performance, every performance requires a winner, and the winner, ideally before anyone checks the paperwork, is Donald Trump. The Times of India · May 13
Quote of the Day by Chinese philosopher Sun Tzu: "It is easy to love your friend, but sometimes the hardest lesson to learn..." Quote of the Day: Sun Tzu says loving people who support and care for us is natural, but showing kindness and compassion toward those who hurt or oppose us is far more difficult. The quote of the day teaches that true strength lies in overcoming hatred, controlling anger and choosing… The Economic Times · May 13
Teenagers are calling time on the handshake. I salute them, from a safe distance Of all the traditions humans thoughtlessly adopt, being socially obliged to touch someone when introduced to them is one of the worst. Good on young people for refusing, says Polly Hudson The Guardian - UK · Apr 26
Random Musing: Don Tzu and art of war (only winning, no losing) Today we bear witness to said winning, in a way that greatest strategic philosophers of yore: Chanakya, Machiavelli, and obviously Sun Tzu could never have conceived. The Times of India · Apr 13
Russia, the quiet winner? How Middle East war may be boosting Putin’s war chest As Middle East tensions escalate, Russia is quietly positioning itself to benefit from the ensuing chaos. While global powers focus on the conflict, Moscow is leveraging diplomacy and energy markets to expand its influence. The crisis has boosted Russia's energy revenues and shifted international attention away from Ukraine, creating a… The Times of India · Mar 19
“Armour-plated anthems about guns, battles and dudes shooting other dudes”: Every Sabaton album ranked from worst to best What’s the most bulletproof entry in the Swedish wardogs’ back-catalogue? Metal Hammer · Mar 4
Iran is now on 'death ground' amid existential threat from U.S. attacks and could 'go big' in retaliation, former NATO commander warns Iran could close the Strait of Hormuz or conduct terrorist attacks against Americans in the region and elsewhere, said retired Admiral James Stavridis. Fortune · Feb 28
Algorithms that customize marketing to your phone could also influence your views on warfare When a coupon suddenly appears on your phone as you approach a store, you might find it convenient and even helpful. But the same AI systems that know where you are and try to influence your purchases can be used to infer what you fear, what you trust and which… The Conversation · Feb 23
Support for Republicans Is Tanking. But Why Are Democrats Hated Just as Much? Trump's second term is wrecking the Grand Old Party—and Democrats' refusal to own up to Biden's failure is killing the party of Jefferson and Obama. Reason · Feb 19
Guitar World · Feb 10 “I wanted to pay my respects to James Hetfield, who I think is an amazing guitar player, and Lars Ulrich, who was an excellent songwriter”: Dave Mustaine breaks down Megadeth’s final album, track by track – and why he paid tribute to Metallica The thrash pioneer reveals the stories behind the thrash icons’ final songs
Bored Panda · Feb 5 Theater’s Hilarious Clap Back After Brutal Joke Resulted In Amazon Pulling Film About First Lady The movie was yanked from the Oregon theater after Amazon made an issue over their promotional messages, seemingly taking a sarcastic dig at ‘Melania.’
The Guardian - AU · Jan 29 A ‘furious’ cattle farmer wants to be Nationals leader. But few expect the party to become a Boyce club Colin Boyce, who is challenging David Littleproud’s leadership, has previously said people should ‘celebrate’ global heating
Metal Hammer · Nov 23, 2025 "He walked through the airport wearing a soldier’s helmet, holding two massive boxes that said ‘GUNS’ on the side. The security said ‘What is in there?’ He said, ‘Guns! Can’t you read?!" Inside the top-secret HQ of Sabaton, power metal's biggest band 20 years on from their debut, Hammer joined Sabaton in their hometown of Falun to dive into the band's history
The Guardian - UK · Nov 22, 2025 Travball 1-0 Bazball: Head’s big numbers add up to a damning zero for England Australia’s bold call as replacement for creaking Usman Khawaja in second innings set up a Test-winning 69-ball ton, the second-fastest in Ashes history
Benzinga · Oct 11, 2025 A Case Study in 'Controlled Demolition' Of Low Performers? How This Manager Sneakily Purified A Team Of 'Toxic' Employees Faced with two toxic, low-performing employees, one manager bypassed formal procedure. The fix? Assign the pair a collaborative project destined to implode, engineering their exit. And the online consensus was overwhelming approval for the bold gambit.
The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2025 Peter Mandelson asked Jeffrey Epstein for help vetting an Israeli adviser Peter Mandelson asked Jeffrey Epstein for help as he vetted an adviser claiming to have worked for the Israeli former prime minister
The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2025 Mandelson coached Epstein on ‘staying strong’ as he faced child sex charges, shock leaked messages reveal The prime minister is facing increasing demands to sack his controversial pick to lead the UK’s diplomatic efforts in the US
TechRadar · Sep 9, 2025 I am a former NATO scientific advisor, and here are five things businesses should know about AI From knowledge management to human expertise, what strategic factors determine success in the AI era?
The Conversation · Sep 9, 2025 Xi Jinping is in a race against time to secure his legacy in China The Chinese military parade that had the world talking last week was more than just pageantry. It was a declaration that Chinese leader Xi Jinping sees himself in a race against time to secure his place in history.
InsideEVs · Jul 21, 2025 The Auto Industry Can’t Catch A Break—And It’s Only Getting Worse For the American auto industry, tariffs are in, the electric-vehicle tax credit is out, regulations are weird, and car prices are all over the map. Here's what we know.