Category Archives: Economy

Dear Germany: Vee are sorry, du kannst nicht have your gold back. – Alles liebe, NYC Fed

Federal Reserve Refuses to Submit to an Audit of Germany’s Gold Held in U.S. Vaults NSNBC International – DR. LONG XINMING (4M) – Apr 18, 2013 The German government has been storing about half of its gold supply with the … more

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Lesson from Game of Thrones

Don’t Believe the Hype—House Tyrell Is Richer Than House Lannister Slate – MATTHEW YGLESIAS – Apr 17, 2013 …In Westeros, the Lannisters have the cube of gold and the Tyrells with the rich farmland of the Reach have the real … more

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Smash and grab

Here are two insightful must-reads on the recent tumble of gold and silver prices. The volatile, roller-coaster ride has been deliberately conceived and crafted by the Fed, Central Banks and friends like Goldman Sachs. Gold Will Get The Last Laugh … more

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Childbirth up, marriage in decline – how has woman’s lot improved in the Western world of liberated women?

Nine facts about marriage and childbirth in the United States Washington Post – EZRA KLEIN – Mar 25, 2013 2) We are very near the “tipping point” when most births will happen out of wedlock. “48 percent of all first … more

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