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Key historic events throughout the ages in relation to business, work, corporate figures and moguls.

Buried for 33 Years, the Dream to Revive One of the Country’s Legendary Gold Mines Is Suddenly Back on the Map. AI-Generated.
For more than three decades, one of the country’s most legendary gold mines lay dormant — its tunnels sealed, its machinery rusting, and its promise seemingly lost to history. Once a symbol of economic prosperity and industrial ambition, the mine was shut down 33 years ago due to declining yields, rising costs, and shifting market conditions.
By Asad Ali7 days ago in Journal
A Complete Guide to Self Assessment Tax Returns in London
Navigating the UK tax system can feel labyrinthine, particularly for individuals and businesses with complex income streams. In London, where entrepreneurial activity, property investment, and freelance work thrive, understanding self assessment is not merely advisable—it is essential. This guide offers a comprehensive exploration of how self assessment tax returns work, who needs to file them, key deadlines, common pitfalls, and the value of professional support.
By Self Assessment Tax Return10 days ago in Journal
How AI Is Improving Expert Industries
You have been told that AI is here to help you get the answers that you need... That it is like having experts in your pocket...
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)12 days ago in Journal
Tearful Goodbyes as Japan Returns Pandas to China Amid Diplomatic Strains. AI-Generated.
Farewell to Beloved Icons Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo bid farewell this week to Shin Shin and Ri Ri, the two giant pandas that have captured the hearts of Japanese citizens for nearly a decade. Amid tearful goodbyes, zookeepers, visitors, and local media highlighted the deep affection that the pandas inspired, drawing crowds eager to witness their final moments in Japan.
By Asad Ali12 days ago in Journal
Ai and America
In 2026, Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just a buzzword — it has become a central force shaping the software industry in the United States. A recent study published in Science shows that AI-assisted tools are now helping write almost 30% of all newly written software code in the U.S. — up from just about 5% a few years ago. This rapid shift highlights a drastic transformation in how software is built, how developers work, and how jobs in tech might evolve in the coming years.
By USA daily update 13 days ago in Journal
Protests Escalate in Minneapolis After Federal Agents Shoot and Kill Alex Pretti
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Widespread protests have erupted in Minneapolis and across the United States after a federal Border Patrol agent shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Jeffrey Pretti during a federal immigration enforcement operation on January 24, 2026. The incident—one of multiple controversial federal agent shootings in Minneapolis in recent weeks—has fueled outrage, renewed debates about law enforcement overreach, and drawn criticism from local leaders and civil liberties advocates.
By Sylvester13 days ago in Journal
The world order likes to introduce itself as a set of principles.
From 2010 to 2025, that tension between military dominance and national interest did not fade. It became the soundtrack. Every headline felt like a reminder that power still matters, but power now travels in new forms: data, supply chains, energy routes, sanctions, alliances, debt, and the quiet leverage of who controls the platforms where money and information move.
By Sayed Zewayed13 days ago in Journal
Time Slipped
The grandfather clock in the hallway didn’t just chime; it groaned, a heavy metallic protest that echoed through the draughty floorboards of Blackwood Manor. Arthur checked his pocket watch—a silver heirloom that had been right twice a day for a century, but was currently spinning its hands like a propeller.
By LUNA EDITH14 days ago in Journal
Why Looking At A Business As A Machine Becomes Problematic
When many people look at a business... They imagine it as a machine. The goal is to get the machine to run as smoothly as possible.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)15 days ago in Journal
“Iran VS United States, Tensions at the Breaking Point. Trump’s Next Move Could Reshape the Middle East”
1. Background: What’s Happening Now • Nationwide protests in Iran are ongoing due to a severe economic crisis, skyrocketing inflation, and public anger about conditions inside the country. • President Donald Trump has publicly threatened Iran, warning that if Tehran violently suppresses protesters or gets too aggressive, the U.S. could intervene. • Iran’s government has responded by warning of swift and comprehensive retaliation if the U.S. attacks. • Iran’s airspace and infrastructure remain tense, but some diplomatic communications have briefly reopened, signaling both sides are weighing options.
By USA daily update 16 days ago in Journal
Daily Liturgy — January 21, 2026
Today the Church celebrates the Memorial of Saint Agnes, Virgin and Martyr, and the liturgy invites us to reflect on courage, fidelity, and the quiet strength that comes from trusting God completely. As we continue through the Second Week in Ordinary Time, the readings place before us two powerful images of faith in action: the youthful confidence of David as he faces Goliath, and the steady, uncompromising mercy of Christ as He heals on the Sabbath. Together, they remind us that God’s power is often revealed not through force or status, but through obedience, humility, and love that refuses to yield to fear.
By Sound and Spirit17 days ago in Journal
Why Most Relationships Fail — Even When Love Feels Real. AI-Generated.
Why Love Alone Is Not Enough Most people grow up believing that love is the most important ingredient in a successful relationship. Movies, books, and social media constantly reinforce the idea that if two people truly love each other, everything else will somehow fall into place. Unfortunately, real life tells a very different story.
By Anikó Fónai17 days ago in Journal