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Holy Lands American Christians are building a new type of community across the country

A quiet revolution is reshaping how—and why—Americans are choosing where to live.

Faith-based and patriotic master-planned communities are on the rise, blending modern amenities with deeply held beliefs.

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Mas·cu·line The men redefining what it means to be a man in today's world

The next frontier of masculinity isn’t a fight. It’s a reckoning.

From Hasan Piker to Bad Bunny, today’s most compelling men are redefining what power, strength, and vulnerability look like in a broken world.

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One Nation Under AI The United Arab Emirates is pioneering new technology to govern itself. Will it be a model for other nations or a cautionary tale?

While Congress bickers, the UAE just let AI into the lawmaking process.

Real-time drafting. Algorithmic feedback loops. Laws that evolve.

The UAE’s AI experiment could redefine governance—and what it means for democracy everywhere.

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Shifting, Thrifting Shoppers Trump's tariffs could fuel a secondhand surge and a return of the repair economy

Trump’s new tariff proposal is more than just a political gambit—it’s a consumer shockwave.

With prices rising on nearly all imports, Americans are pivoting to secondhand.

The resale boom isn’t a fad. It’s a real-time adaptation to a system in flux.

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The Netflix Effect New rules from global entertainment empire CEO, Ted Sarandos

Netflix isn’t just changing what we watch — it’s transforming how stories are made, shared, and experienced around the world.

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Being Human Will AI diminish us—or make us more ourselves?

AI isn’t just transforming jobs and industries—it’s reshaping who we are.

Traits like empathy, moral judgment, and deep thinking could erode without guardrails. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

#AI #BeingHuman #DigitalEthics #FutureOfHumanity #PopulationNext

The flood of war Three months in, and Trump is turning the White House press operation into a rapid-response, 24-7 smash mouth PR shop bent on juicing political division to discourage public dissent.

“Even the cringe stuff can work.”

Trump’s comms director Stephen Cheung says the new strategy is simple: act like Trump. Insults, fire, attention—all part of the playbook.

The most effective communication might be the most outrageous.

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Future-Proofing Longevity A new report from the World Economic Forum sheds light on building resilience as populations age

Aging isn’t a crisis — it’s a catalyst for change.

By 2050, 2.1 billion people will be 60+. The new WEF report highlights how aging populations can fuel economic growth — but only if we rethink work, caregiving, and finance.

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Democracy, re-wired Is it too late, or is this the best time to innovate democracy v. deepen our divides?

If democracy is “broken,” who’s fixing it?

From Vermont’s kinder, gentler social network to Oregon’s citizen-led policy proposals, a new civic playbook is quietly emerging.

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New-stalgia Millions of Americans, nostalgic for better times—both real and imagined—are re-mixing elements of the past to fill the void.

✨ Flip phones. Fur boas. Film cameras. The future is… analog?

In a world that feels like it’s spinning out of control, Gen Z and Alpha are finding comfort in the past—what some are calling "new-stalgia."

Hunger Pains Famine intelligence networks are under attack, threatening the lives of millions

📡 The Trump administration's halted sharing data and intelligence, which has impacted hunger worldwide and forced humanitarian organizations to adopt new strategies to serve vulnerable populations.

Bullish on Bitcoin Michael Saylor is rewriting the script on investing, one Bitcoin at a time

💎 Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin play is reshaping corporate finance—Strategy now holds over 500K bitcoins (2.4% of total). With billions raised & White House listening, is crypto officially mainstream?

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Defiance Just two months into Trump's second term, tens of thousands of everyday Americans—blue and red—are beginning to push a new kind of resistance.

Boycotting Tesla dealerships, slow-walking DOGE orders, showing up at town halls and red state capitals, re-casting Happy Hours as ‘Angry Hours’ for ‘pissed-off’ co-workers—ordinary Americans are now doing some DIY organizing.

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The Win-Win Workplace Investing in employees isn't just good ethics—it's great business

Dr. Angela Jackson's book, The Win-Win Workplace, argues that meaningful employee investment is not only ethical but also economically essential. newrulesmedia.substack.com/p/the-win-wi...

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Building Bridges Architecture can unite our fragmented world and help heal the planet

Thoughtful architecture can help bridge societal divisions, combat climate change, and build inclusive, sustainable communities. Design can reshape cities, reduce isolation, and address the intertwined crises of affordability, environmental impact, and social fragmentation.

The Community Concierge Moving to a new place can be hard. Here's how one community in South Dakota is smoothing the transition and getting people to stay

Mitchell, South Dakota, is addressing its acute labor shortage by investing heavily in workforce housing and incentivizing relocation. Its "Community Concierge" program helps newcomers feel welcome, significantly improving retention rates.

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The Uncertainty Premium Embracing "not knowing" to thrive in today's turbulent times

In times of unprecedented uncertainty, certainty isn't always strength—it can even limit growth. Check our latest on how embracing uncertainty can transform leadership and help organizations thrive in turbulent times.

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Reassigning Risk Moves are being made to drastically reduce the size of the federal government, shifting disaster preparedness and response to states, local governments and individuals

Moves are being made to drastically reduce the size of the federal government, shifting disaster preparedness and response to states, local governments and individuals

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Pinocchio Politics Lying by politicians has become an epidemic. Donald Trump's 'big lies' are back, along with growing doubts about his vow to 'put America first.'

Are politicians lying to us more than every?

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Make 'em laugh Satirists offer a line of defense against a rising authoritarian tide and corporate greed

From Twain to today’s comedians, humor exposes corruption and disrupts authoritarian narratives. That’s why those in power try to silence it. But satire forces a choice: crackdown and reveal repression, or ignore it and lose control.
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Trump's 'Bully Pulpit' President Trump is not just shaking up Washington. He's also enforcing his will to shred social norms beyond the Beltway—in places where some say he doesn't belong.

Donald Trump has wasted no time making waves since his return to power. This must-read article breaks down Trump’s latest moves and what they mean for America’s future.

Changing Places As temperatures keep rising, tens of millions of people will be moving from the places they now call home. A great climate migration in America has already begun.

Changing Places
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Natalist Nation A relatively mundane memo sheds light on one of the Trump administration’s key policy objectives—family creation—and causes an uproar

Natalist Nation
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Comfort Food Serving up the globally diverse flavors of an America in transition, dissolving some of the boundaries attempting to keep us apart

One of the most powerful ways to bridge cultures is through food—and The League of Kitchens in NYC is proving just that. What family recipe has shaped you? Drop it in the comments! 👇

This is not a sprint The next four years require a heavy dose of Stoicism

In turbulent times like these, Stoicism offers guidance by emphasizing control over one’s actions, viewing adversity as an opportunity for growth, and finding strength through resilience, virtue, and community.

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TikTok's Tribal Tussle TikTok's vibe is heating up again, as thousands protest President Trump's immigration sweep and fear a re-set of TikTok's algorithm to limit free speech online

TikTokers across the nation took to the platform in a creative act of resistance, using coded language—like “cute winter boots”—to organize mass protests against ICE raids and censorship fears. One thing is clear: attention—not money—is now the driving force in American politics.

Power Shifts A change in presidential administrations is a transformative event for the capital city

Trump’s return to the presidency brings a shift to DC. Resistance has quieted, and the city is being reshaped—civil service policies are evolving, debates over D.C.’s Home Rule are heating up, and an influx of wealth is deepening inequality.

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Hot Takes This week in Davos, as the world warms, the zeitgeist is moving from resilience to rancor—over climate, economic inequality and Trump's return to global power

From climate adaptation to Trump’s return, this year’s WEF tackles big challenges. Rising global grievances, inequality, and polarization demand bold leadership.

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Empired Up! Purchasing territory isn’t all that weird, at least for the United States

🇺🇸 Could Greenland be America’s next big land deal? From the Louisiana Purchase to Alaska, U.S. expansion has a history—but times have changed. With Greenland’s value rising, will history repeat itself, or is this a non-starter?

💬 What do you think?