JAKE SHROPSHIRE
Jake Shropshire is a staff writer at
The Millennial Source. He is currently based in
Paris, France.
China is the epicenter of global tech production. What does that mean for the global economy?
China’s recent growth in the tech sphere has in many ways come as a result of the US’ tariffs on...
Biden’s stance on Taiwan, Hong Kong and Xinjiang
when it comes to economic sanctions, the Biden administration seems to be mirroring some of the strategies that proved effective...
Foreign companies struggle to balance political influence and profits in China
Companies that have refused to pull their support from Xinjiang have found themselves facing sanctions or outright bans in the...
With Amazon winning the union vote in Alabama, what’s next for workers’ rights in America?
After the vote in Alabama, union leaders and organizers have turned their gaze elsewhere.
Credit Suisse is in trouble. Here’s why
A recent data leak is only the most recent chapter in a yearslong string of scandals and misfortune that have...
China has just introduced the digital yuan. What does this mean for the US?
The new digital currency will resemble its digital predecessors in many ways, most closely in its use of the blockchain...
Why is the US supporting a minimum global tax for multinational corporations?
Yellen’s support for a global tax minimum is largely tied to the new US$2.3 trillion infrastructure plan being proposed by...
Will 2024 see both Biden and Trump running for president again?
During the first months of his presidential campaign, Biden signaled to his campaign aides that he might only serve a...
Why is Dr. Deborah Birx getting hit from both sides of the aisle?
Dr. Birx has been historically criticized by Democrats for previously defending and choosing not to correct President Trump during her...
Why is everyone talking about Bill Hwang and Archegos Capital? Here’s what you need to know
The discussion now seems to be centered around the fact that so much money was borrowed and concealed from the...
The feud between the West and China deepens as sanctions continue
For the UK and the EU, the sanctions are part of the mounting global pressure to resolve its human rights...
What’s next for the gig economy?
“Today, a company is looking at the world as a market for talent, not a city. They are willing to...
Gun reform was forgotten about in 2020. Where is it now?
Recent shootings in Atlanta, Georgia and Boulder, Colorado have revived the debate surrounding gun reform that got put on hold...
Democrats may have control at the federal level but Republicans are pushing back through states
30 state legislatures are now controlled by Republicans, while only 18 are controlled by Democrats.
What’s the future of NFTs?
“The high-end art world and its auction agents and houses have been impacted and will be heavily disrupted,” Bruno Fruscalzo,...
Will Texas really replace California?
Texas’ major appeal to both individuals and corporations is its regulations, or more accurately, its lack of regulations.
Frontier Airlines refiles for IPO as travel industry begins to rebound
Frontier saw a net US$225 million loss in 2020, compared to a net income of US$251 million in 2019, mimicking...
Everything you need to know about Deliveroo’s upcoming IPO
The highly anticipated listing could set the UK market up for its best ever first quarter since 2006, when it...
The Senate vote on the US$1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, explained
The bill includes many of the things Democrats had promised on the 2020 campaign trail, including US$1,400 direct checks, an...
The aftermath of the Texas winter storm
At the urging of their governors, President Joe Biden declared major disasters in both Texas and Oklahoma in the days...
What are NFTs?
Just as there are communities of people who buy and sell trading cards and artwork, there is now a growing...
LinkedIn is launching its own service for freelancers
The service will allow LinkedIn’s 740 million users to book freelance workers, tapping into a market that’s seen notable growth...
The House passed a COVID relief bill. What’s in it?
The package now heads to the Senate where it will likely see some shifting before it is signed into law.
500,000 US COVID-19 deaths is far higher than previously predicted. What were the initial projections?
As the virus began to be introduced to the US in February and March of last year, initial estimates were...
Where is marijuana legalization now?
The politics on marijuana are clear. Legalization is no longer a question of if, but when.
How Capitol rioters have been charged in the aftermath of January 6, explained
The investigations have been huge, said acting US attorney Michael Sherwin. “The scope and scale of this investigation in these...
City-dwellers migrate to the suburbs as teleworking goes mainstream
According to change-of-address data from the United States Postal Service, nearly nine million people moved in 2020, with much of...
Amazon and Reliance Industries’ battle for the Indian market heats up
The deal between Reliance and Future is ultimately about the future of the retail industry in India, which is home...
Tesla announcement shows Bitcoin is here to stay
Bitcoin is now a spendable currency in plenty of niche markets and individuals will soon even be able to purchase...
WHO investigation makes progress in the search for COVID-19’s origin
The team reported that the most likely pathway for the virus to get a grip on humans was a crossover...
Who is Andy Jassy and where will Jeff Bezos go next?
The move to name Jassy as CEO indicates the importance Amazon places on its AWS branch and where the company’s...
Is the Senate trial to impeach former President Trump unconstitutional?
Senator Rand Paul and other Republicans have argued that the constitution does not give Congress permission to carry out impeachment...
Where is 5G now?
By the end of 2020, China is estimated to have around 80% of 5G mobile subscriptions worldwide.
Alexei Navalny and the Russian protests, explained
Navalny’s arrest has sparked nationwide riots across the country and a scandal over allegations that Russian President Vladimir Putin has...
Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser’s top challenges, explained
The pandemic has struck every major bank hard, but the challenges for Citibank could be even greater due to the...
Where will high profile Republicans go after Trump?
Many in the Republican Party have fully committed themselves to backing Donald Trump, putting their reputations on the line in...
What’s next for Donald Trump?
Unlike some former presidents, who largely retreat from view after leaving office, it appears that Trump intends to remain in...
Biden’s first 100 days, explained
While Biden’s agenda is highly ambitious, with the US Congress now in Democratic hands, much of it may just be...
The international reaction to Trump’s Twitter ban, explained
The move by Twitter has received worldwide attention with some world leaders heavily critical of it and others supporting Twitter's...
What’s in the US$900 billion stimulus package and is more relief soon to follow?
Though a US$2,000 stimulus check has yet to end up in the hands of Americans, the possibility of that happening...
EU-China trade agreement reached during “dark days” in the US
Tensions with the US have caused China to diversify its trade system and distance itself from the US. The EU...
Safety concerns rise as planes return to the sky
Aviation experts believe that the return of passenger jets could have problematic or even dangerous consequences.
US-China relations further strained by Hong Kong, Taiwan and Xinjiang
Tensions have escalated between the two global superpowers, leading to a trade war and an exchange of sanctions that have...
Russian hack penetrates US computer systems, Trump downplays threat
The attack is believed to have been carried out by the Russian foreign intelligence service known as the SVR. Russia...
Congress meets agreement on US$900 billion aid package after months of gridlock
The upcoming stimulus package is similar to that of March’s and will include direct payments of US$600 to most adults,...
Trump loses second court case over TikTok ban as Biden’s China stance solidifies
The White House has been locked in legal fights against the Beijing-based social media platform since August, when President Donald...
Amid Europe’s free speech debate, Twitter posts letter against EU rules policing online content
The letter came as a major contribution to the conversation being had throughout Europe over freedom of speech, something that...
McConnell rejects COVID-19 relief bill as House adjourns
On January 1, many of the protections and provisions in the previous stimulus bill will expire, ending both unemployment benefits...
Airlines see holiday surge despite a record increase in COVID-19 cases
The surge in the number of people traveling did bring some much needed good news to the airline industry, allowing...
Republicans herald “The year of the Republican woman”
Next year will see 141 female legislators in Congress, up from the 127 that were serving this year. This marks...
Amazon announces US$500 million in holiday bonuses for frontline employees
These bonuses come after strikes around the world for hazard pay, better health and safety guidelines, and better communication and...
The Trump administration’s handling of the transition leaves Republicans divided
With President Donald Trump on his way out, some Republicans are beginning to cautiously voice their dissent, while others hold...
The FAA clears the Boeing 737 Max to fly again
The grounding order was put in place by most governments in March 2019 after two crashes took place – one...
