With Bankruptcies And Store Closures On The Rise; What’s Really Causing Retail Meltdown In The U.S?

by Umar Farooq   Retailers reportedly are filing for bankruptcy protection at a disturbing rate that’s flirting with recessionary levels. Meanwhile, a steady stream of store closures continues to haunt the battered American retail industry.   “US retail store closures for 2017 are on pace to exceed 2008 when more than 6,000 locations were shuttered. … Read more

Martin Armstrong: Economic Downturn Will Take World to War, Strong Dollar Could Cause Bond Market Crash

Former hedge fund manager Martin Armstrong, who is an expert on economic and political cycles, says, “You have to understand what makes war even take place? It does not unfold when everybody is fat and happy. Simple as that. You turn the economy down, and that’s when you get war. It’s the way politics works.” … Read more

What Impact is the Digital World Having on the Gig Economy?

By Gabrielle Seunagal Recent studies and projections have proven that the gig economy is rising on an international level. Unlike decades ago, people are now able to earn income on websites, apps, and other online platforms. 33% of the global workforce considers themselves as freelancers, according to the 2015 Global Free Agent Research. This number … Read more

The Proper Enforcement of Immigration Law is about to Begin. AG Sessions Outlines Key Areas and Regulations in “Trump’s Era”

by Mark Angelides “For those that continue to seek improper and illegal entry into this country, be forewarned:  This is a new era.  This is the Trump era.  The lawlessness, the abdication of the duty to enforce our immigration laws and the catch and release practices of old are over,” These are the words that … Read more