Mughal Trade: When England Deferred to a Mighty Empire

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How wealthy was the Mughal empire? Why were the English the deferential party in the Mughal trade relationship? In The Anarchy, William Dalrymple charts the rise of the English East India Company. He sets the stage by discussing conditions in India during the 17th century and what made it so attractive to British merchants. Read more to understand how England took notice of the wealth in India and began trading within the powerful Mughal empire.

The Dangerous Effects of Statistics Being Misused

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What are the dangerous effects of statistics? How do statistics perpetuate social bias? Believe it or not, dangerous math models can have a grave impact on society. According to Cathy O’Neil, dangerous statistics disproportionately harm poor people, reproduce social bias, and make harmful self-fulfilling prophecies. Learn more about how statistics can negatively affect people and society when used incorrectly.

How AI Could Improve Patient Care (if Used Properly)

How AI Could Improve Patient Care (if Used Properly)

What potential does generative AI offer to transform doctor-patient relationships in the US? How might chatbots empower patients? AI could revolutionize the doctor-patient relationship in America by empowering patients with information and alleviating pressures on overburdened doctors. As generative AI becomes powerful and broadly used, AI companies and healthcare organizations must mitigate its potential risks and ensure its ethical, effective use. Here’s how AI in patient care may be used to improve the healthcare experience.

How to Be More Motivated: 4 Techniques From Dr. Julie Smith

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Do you lack motivation to do what needs to be done every day? Are you so overwhelmed you don’t know how or where to start? Motivation is a feeling, so it naturally ebbs and flows. Dr. Julie Smith writes that it’s important to treat it as such and, therefore, not let it get the best of you. In her book Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?, she shares four techniques that can help you overcome a lack of motivation. Keep reading for Smith’s practical advice on how to be more motivated and do what you need to do.

Constrained Optimization in Economics: The 3 Arguments Against It

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What’s constrained optimization in economics? What are the arguments against this economic process? In Misbehaving, Richard H. Thaler focuses on the arguments against the premise of constrained optimization, highlighting three types of counterexamples to this premise. This is to show the salience of non-economics factors in our decision-making process. Continue reading to dive deeper into why Thaler is against constrained optimization.

The Trump Presidency Timeline: From 2016 to 2020

The Trump Presidency Timeline: From 2016 to 2020

What is the Trump presidency timeline? When did Donald Trump become president? The Trump presidency timeline started in June 2015 when he announced his presidential campaign. From there, he made divisive speeches, won the 2016 election, and then went on to lose the 2020 election. Continue reading for more on Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and a timeline of his presidency.

Barbra Streisand’s Directing: The Risk & Success of Yentl

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How does Barbra Streisand compare directing and acting? What’s so noteworthy about her film Yentl? According to Barbra Streisand, directing isn’t easy. But, it provides more of what she looks for in creative pursuits. In her autobiography, Streisand writes about her film directing career, and it’s easy to see how her landmark project Yentl showcases so much of her one-of-a-kind style. Keep reading to learn the highlights of Streisand’s directing career.

Foster Your Creative Intuition & Emotions to Unlock Synchronicity

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How strong is your creative intuition? Do you know how to channel your emotions into creativity? How often do you experience synchronicity? In The Artist’s Way, Julia Cameron shows you how to tap into your deeper creative self where your real emotions and wild ideas reside. One way to do this is to get a better handle on your creative intuition and feelings, which will also help you produce the art you’re intended to produce. Read more to learn Cameron’s advice for leveraging your creative intuition and emotions.

Bono’s Family: How He Handled Fame, Marriage, & Fatherhood

Bono’s Family: How He Handled Fame, Marriage, & Fatherhood

Who is in Bono’s family? What fears did Bono have about fatherhood? Bono’s family is comprised of his wife Ali, their two daughters Jordan and Eve, and their two sons Elijah and John. Bono discusses what it’s like to have a family while in the limelight in his memoir Surrender. Let’s take a look at Bono’s family and how he handled fatherhood as a rockstar.