In this open thread, Lambert Strether, a contributor to Corrente, addresses the recent demands on his time, indicating that he will return with a more comprehensive contribution the following day. He encourages readers to remain supportive of one another and emphasizes the importance of patience during busy periods. The Northern…...

For seven years, beneficiaries of the Kentucky Retirement Systems have been engaged in a protracted battle for damages from prominent private equity firms, including KKR, Blackstone, and PAAMCO, due to alleged violations of Kentucky’s strict statutory fiduciary duty laws. The suit, initiated as Mayberry v. KKR, accuses defendants of misrepresenting…...

In recent developments around the globe, age verification systems are raising significant privacy and accessibility concerns, affecting everyone, not just minors. The Australian government has acknowledged this risk as it joins other countries, like Spain and Ireland, in introducing digital identity initiatives aimed at controlling access to online content. Spain’s…...

In their analysis of Marco Rubio’s potential role within Donald Trump’s administration, Medea Benjamin and Nicholas Davies depict him as an emblematic figure of the neoconservative foreign policy establishment, showcasing significant continuity with traditional U.S. foreign policy missteps. The authors emphasize that Rubio’s appointments are characteristically receiving minimal backlash compared…...

Recent discoveries and ongoing events lend insight into a myriad of subjects ranging from paleontology to contemporary societal challenges. A remarkable find in Siberia revealed a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed cub, remarkably well preserved, complete with whiskers and claws. This find highlights the importance of paleontological research in understanding prehistoric ecosystems and…...

In the early 2000s, Pentagon-affiliated researchers alerted the public to the impending issue of mass climate migrations, particularly from low-lying regions like Bangladesh that are likely to face severe flooding. While the focus has often been on larger-scale migrations, a subtler but significant phenomenon is emerging: retirees who once flocked…...

The Port of Virginia has made significant advancements with the recent delivery of the first of four new ship-to-shore cranes at the Virginia International Gateway, enhancing its capacity as an East Coast container gateway. These new 170-foot cranes are pivotal in doubling the number of berths available for ultra-large container…...

In the latest commentary by Lambert Strether from Corrente, there is an intriguing blend of topics ranging from avian intelligence to political maneuvering and social commentary, reflecting on modern issues and historical insights. A notable segment highlights a significant paleontological discovery by researchers from the University of Cambridge, which involved…...

In the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to oversee the Department of Health and Human Services, healthcare stocks experienced a significant downturn. Notably, vaccine manufacturers such as Moderna saw stocks plummet by over 5%, while major players like Pfizer experienced a 2% drop. Analysts…...

The issues surrounding the Social Security Administration (SSA) and its methods for recovering alleged overpayments have come under scrutiny, particularly since the appointment of Martin O’Malley as the new Social Security chief in March. His criticism of the agency’s previous practices highlighted injustices that result in significant harm to vulnerable…...

In the freight industry, carriers frequently implement annual general rate increases (GRIs) as a strategic move to counteract rising costs associated with inflation and to finance capital expenditure (capex) projects. Old Dominion Freight Line recently announced a 4.9% GRI, which is set to take effect on December 2. This decision…...