June 10, 20222 Mins Read

In June 2022, California was hit with one of its most extreme and record-shattering heatwaves, with temperatures reaching an unprecedented 127°F (53°C). This alarming heatwave not only set new temperature records for the month of June but also exposed the growing vulnerabilities of the state’s infrastructure and economy, leaving a lasting impact. In addition to…

June 7, 20224 Mins Read

June 7, 2025 Texas has officially removed global asset management giant BlackRock from its financial blacklist following a strategic withdrawal by the firm from major environmental coalitions and a significant shift in its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) policies. The decision, announced on June 3, 2025, marks a pivotal turn in the long-standing standoff between…

May 30, 20222 Mins Read

In May 2022, central banks across the globe, including the U.S. Federal Reserve, took decisive steps to curb the growing concerns of inflation by raising interest rates. This move was seen as a critical response to the mounting pressure from rising prices, which had been significantly impacting the cost of living for individuals and businesses…

May 25, 20226 Mins Read

A Critical Gathering of Global Leaders The 2022 IMF Spring Meetings, held virtually and in-person from April 18-24, 2022, brought together leaders from around the world to discuss pressing global economic issues. Hosted by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, the event took place amid growing concerns about inflation, supply chain disruptions,…

May 12, 20222 Mins Read

May 2022 marked a month of heightened market turbulence as inflation continued to surge, and the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate hikes put pressure on both investors and corporate earnings. As inflation reached new multi-decade highs, the Fed raised interest rates by 0.5% in an attempt to curb rising prices, signaling more hikes ahead. This…

May 10, 20223 Mins Read

In May 2022, the United States experienced a historic moment as gasoline prices surged above $5 per gallon for the first time ever, amplifying existing inflationary pressures that had already been weighing on the economy. This significant spike in fuel costs rippled across various sectors, exacerbating the financial burden on consumers and deepening the broader…

May 10, 20224 Mins Read

On May 10–11, 2022, IBM hosted its annual Think conference in Boston, where the tech giant outlined its ambitious roadmap for quantum computing, culminating in the development of a 4,000-plus qubit processor by 2025. This vision, if realized, could place IBM at the forefront of one of the most transformative technology races in modern history.…

April 30, 20222 Mins Read

The invasion of Ukraine by Russia in early 2022 created widespread economic disruptions that rippled across the globe, impacting everything from supply chains to energy prices. The conflict not only led to a severe humanitarian crisis but also threatened the stability of the global economy. Countries worldwide faced substantial economic setbacks as the war triggered…

April 30, 20226 Mins Read

A Gathering of Global Leaders in Davos The 2022 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting, held in Davos, Switzerland, from May 22-26, 2022, brought together over 2,500 influential leaders from the worlds of business, government, academia, and civil society. After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event marked a triumphant return, convening…