Yearly Archives

2023

More Active Management of Decline?

TL/DR - The U.S., amidst political, social, and economic shifts, appears to be moving towards more interventionist and protectionist economic governance and prioritizing strategic investment in diverse areas such as green technology and defense. Post-pandemic recovery efforts have utilized crisis management tools and economic packages to…

Top 5 Shocking Michigan Animal Stories of 2023

TL/DR - The news review from WWJ for 2023 indicates that animal-related stories were popular among readers. Significant stories include the successful comeback of wild turkeys in Michigan, with a population now estimated at over 200,000, and the increasing sightings of coyotes in cities and suburbs. Other stories of note include the hunting of…

Donald Trump Encounters Political Challenges: Key Points

TL/DR - Donald Trump's legal issues may hamper his lead in Republican polls as he potentially faces numerous criminal trials during the campaign period. These trials include two for efforts to overturn President Joe Biden's 2020 election win, one in New York state over hush money payments, and another in Florida over classified documents. If…

Kent County’s Ultimate Guide: Holiday Recyclables & Wreath Recycling

TL/DR - The Kent County Department of Public Works in Grand Rapids, Michigan has published a holiday recycling guide to help reduce waste. The guide is especially important during the holidays, as Americans generate 25% more waste between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day than any other time of year, according to Stanford University's waste…