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Tag Archives: August 2022
Cover: The New York Times Magazine – August 28, 2022

The 8.28.22 Issue
Can Coco Gauff the Tennis Prodigy Become a Tennis Legend?
Since Coco Gauff went pro at 14, she has played under the weight of high expectations. Now 18, she has her own measures for greatness.
How a Corporate Law Firm Led a Political Revolution
The untold story of Jones Day’s push to move the American government and courts to the right.
Cover Preview: Barron’s Magazine – August 29, 2022
How Water Scarcity Threatens the Global Economy
The scarcity of fresh water is rapidly emerging as a global economic threat that could disrupt businesses, crimp profits, and jeopardize growth. Companies, regulators, and investors are starting to react.
The Stock Market Finally Heard Powell’s Message. It Won’t Be Pretty.
Ben Levisohn
Juniper Networks Had Lousy Earnings. It’s AI Strategy Could Help the Stock Break Out.
Ben Levisohn
California Sets the Pace on Zero Emissions. Car Makers, Old and New, Are Cheering.
Al Root
Why Apple Might Push Deeper Into Sports Streaming
Eric J. Savitz
Fed Chief Talks Tough on Inflation. Stocks Listen and Fall Sharply
Front Page: Wall Street Journal – August 27, 2022
U.N. Set to Inspect Ukraine Nuclear Plant Early Next Week
United Nations atomic agency inspectors are poised to make an emergency visit to Ukraine’s Russia-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant early next week, after a breakthrough in negotiations over access, people involved in the talks said.2617 hours ago
Mar-a-Lago Search Affidavit Says Top Secret Documents Had Been Found Previously
Boxes retrieved from the former president’s home since the start of the year contained top-secret national defense information, according to the heavily redacted affidavit.
The New Yorker: Top Cartoon Of The Week
A cartoon by Mary Lawton. #NewYorkerCartoons
Art Journals: The 2022 Courtauld News (Digital)

World Economic Forum: Top Stories Of The Week
World Economic Forum top stories of the week for August 26, 2022 include: 0.15 Google’s Robot has thought itself how to follow your command 02.12 Video Voyage into Deep Space 03:22 Ants do a better job at protecting crops than pesticides 04:52 Drought has revealed several long lost relics to the world
Home Design: ‘Wyoming House’ In Kew, Australia
Embodying a specific set of client stipulations, Wyoming is a modernist-inspired home with innate flexibility. Crafted by Inarc Architects, the open plan residence exceeds expectations for a house of its kind. Located in the Victorian suburb of Kew, in close proximity to the Yarra River,
Video Timeline: 00:00 – The Local Project’s Print Publication 00:14 – Introduction to Wyoming 00:55 – A Walkthrough Wyoming 01:11 – Melbourne and Metropolitan Board of Works Plan from 1911 01:29 – Sticking to A Strict Brief 02:14 – Matching Old to New 02:50 – Interior Lighting 03:21 – Creating A Gallery Space 04:12 – Adopting Modernist Principles 04:50 – Inarc’s Favourite Aspects of Wyoming 05:42 – Subscribe to The Local Project’s Print Publication
Wyoming stands as a rejuvenated dwelling. Originally built in 1911, the settlement of the modernist-inspired home proposes the unique experience of feeling close to the city whilst accessing the countryside lifestyle. The clients requested that the modernist-inspired home include areas for entertaining. To this end, Inarc Architects reimagines the original front rooms of the house as entertainment spaces which flow to the modern addition. In response to the clients’ passion for the outdoors,
Inarc Architects reinforces the sense of privacy attached to the garden space. An old hedge on the northern boundary is replaced by one of a similar style, exuding a sense of visual protection. Aesthetically, the modernist-inspired home champions white, as per the client’s request. White honed granite floors combine with classic Italian carrara to establish the limited colour palette.
Benefitting from meticulous spatial planning – both indoors and out – Wyoming offers a flowing, effortless living experience. Inarc Architects answers the clients’ requests with rigour, resulting in a highly-personal, modernist-inspired home.
News: US Lawmakers Visit Taiwan, France-Algeria Ties, Ethiopia Fighting
More US lawmakers visit Taiwan, defying China’s warnings. Plus, Emmanuel Macron seeks to mend ties with Algeria, an update from Ethiopia as fighting continues in northern Tigray, and Andrew Mueller’s unique assessment of what we learnt this week.
Front Page: Wall Street Journal – August 26, 2022
Powell to Address Economic Outlook at Jackson Hole
The Fed chairman’s comments will be closely watched for signals on how the central bank could manage a series of difficult trade-offs as it seeks to bring inflation down from a 40-year high.3 min read
Student-Loan Plan Ignites Debate Over Inflation, Budget Risks
The move to cancel up to $20,000 in student debt for millions of borrowers will have economic consequences, including on inflation, consumer behavior and government budgets, though the degree of those effects is uncertain.5 min read