(1/2) The Iran war is a redistribution machine: Big oil profits have shot up to historic highs. Our research shows that 50% of fossil fuel profits go to the richest 1% in the U.S. The rich are the ultimate beneficiaries of the war windfalls.
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London is firing, don’t listen to the dog whistling racists
An interesting thing about the discussion is that teachers/LSA barely get mentioned. Assuming kids are low risk does not mean they can't spread it. And the practicalities of trying to get stuff like HEPA filters in school is never raised. We'll get back to lazy teachers soon. 😊
Mando: This Is The Way
ALT: Mando: This Is The Way
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Idiot comment by somebody with no knowledge on how schools operated during Coviid
EconomicsInTen@economicsinten.bsky.social · 4d agoThe odd thing about this is that schools did stay open for vulnerable students. On a different note, if you did care about these kids you'd be arguing for shorter summer holidays as data shows the learning drop-off for these students is quite a lot over this 6 week period & it happens every year.
"Centering class, focusing on bread-and-butter policies, and delivering tangible changes in the daily lives of working people is the way forward for the left. We need to show that it is socialists — not fascists — who are delivering for working people." tribunemag.co.uk/2026/07/rise...
Rise of the Danish Left
Tribune’s Grace Blakeley speaks to Pelle Dragsted, spokesperson for Denmark’s Red-Green Alliance, about building socialist power in the 2020s.
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Meanwhile, look at the extreme discordance and dissonance of stories on this news page in the same edition...
Here's a quick recap of those five stages of climate denial... 1. Deny the problem exists 2. Deny we are the cause 3. Deny it is a problem 4. Deny we can solve it 5. Claim it is too late And we should probably squeeze in... 4.5. Claim we can just adapt www.theguardian.com/environment/...
The 5 stages of climate denial are on display ahead of the IPCC report | Dana Nuccitelli
Dana Nuccitelli: Climate contrarians appear to be running damage control in the media before the next IPCC report is published
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It’s exhausting. For years, decades, right wing media have lied and told us #climate breakdown was just woke nonsense. Now, it’s whoopsies, yes it’s real, but relax everyone & enjoy our new “Mediterranean” climate as Europe goes up in flames around us.
“I've been searching all through the city See you in the morning down by the Jetty” One for the Feelgood fans, especially @johnspithead.bsky.social
In a new foi release. There have been 0 complaints regarding pride displays prior to Essex county council's ban on pride displays in Essex.
Bedwellj101@alyx.whatthetrans.com · 3w agoA reminder that this protest is tomorrow!
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It's being reported that Andy Burnham might replace council tax and stamp duty with a 0.48% annual property tax. We'll have a complete report on this tomorrow, including an interactive map showing the impact across the country.
Excellent takedown of free market economics and how 'control science' and big monopoly providers are depriving workers of their basic rights @henrysnow.bsky.social
From Caribbean slaveholders to Victorian eugenicists to Nazi steel executives, the worst people imaginable have told us that love is meaningless, ethics are impossible, and community is a mirage. They've shaped the very language we use to talk about work and the economy. This book is a response.
Henry Snow@henrysnow.bsky.social · 3mo agowill have more of a proper post our about it once I've finished grading finals but today is publication day for my book! www.versobooks.com/products/312...
Great episode as always, and a must listen for all those on the economic right who parrot on about deregulation being a good thing.
Tim Harford@timharford.ft.com · 2w agoCautionary Tales - the Doors of Death: The Herald of Free Enterprise timharford.com/2026/07/10360/
Paired with a photo linked to the evacuation of thousands of people in France due to fires caused by climate change. It's quite a front page...
Adam Schwarz@adamjschwarz.bsky.social · 2w agoWhen the story of why humanity didn't stop climate change is written, it will feature front pages like this. Even as the skies blacken with climate change-induced wildfires, right wing media continue their relentless crusade against measures to tackle it.
Great stat on @soumayakeynes.ft.com podcast Last year China increased their power supply to the equivalent of 40% of the US national grid in one year! 80% solar and wind open.spotify.com/episode/1hNU...
Is China catching up with the US in AI? With Kyle Chan
The Economics Show · Episode
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www.standard.co.uk/news/london/... Superb news for young people, especially if it reaches the lower end
Tens of thousands of pounds wiped off central London house prices in 23% slump
They have fallen for nine months in a row, according to the ONS
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A pioneer and a superstar, Kevin Keegan’s achievements were extraordinary
A pioneer and a superstar, Kevin Keegan’s achievements were extraordinary
The former England manager may be remembered by many for his ‘I’d love it’ rant in 1996, but that should not obscure the remarkable nature of his football career
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Can't believe we missed an opportunity to plug a podcast. Anyone can learn about the 'Halo Effect' in our behavioural economics special. #EconSky open.spotify.com/episode/5YQj...
Now That's What I Call... Behavioural Economics!
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More greedy monopoly behaviour, hopefully being investigated by the CMA, but unlikely to be. But remember it’s those pesky workers and expectations that is causing inflation
www.goodreads.com/book/show/24... Short but a very good read. Hope Burnham has read it
We Need to Tax Billionaires
The solution to inequality that is at the vanguard of t…
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Are you a sixth-former and interested in studying #Economics at degree level? Why not apply to join Frontier Economics Insight Day on 26 October? Applications are open but there are only 24 spots available! Deadline 17 July: insights.frontier-economics.com/insightday20...
My Times piece: Ed Miliband is the bookies’ favourite to be the next chancellor, which will alarm many in business. If he wants to turn that around, he should act to cut electricity prices: If Ed Miliband becomes chancellor, he should tackle energy prices www.thetimes.com/article/bf92...
If Ed Miliband becomes chancellor, he should tackle energy prices
Business is wary of the ex-Labour leader’s focus on net zero and redistribution. To unleash economic growth, he would do well to make the UK more competitive
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www.theguardian.com/education/20... Country finds extra money for defence but ignores this
‘Children were calling for their mummies’: UK pupils struggle in 40C-plus classrooms
Teachers call for schools to be urgently adapted for hot weather amid reports of nausea, fainting and heatstroke
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Trump called Infantino on Wednesday to get Balogun's red card lifted. Nice to ride alon with Tyler Pager on what will be seen (and is) in many parts as one of the biggest scandals in World Cup history. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/05/u...
Trump Asked FIFA to Review Balogun’s Suspension. He Is Now Eligible to Play.
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