Introduction The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), enacted in late 2017 and signed into law by then-President Donald Trump, represented a sweeping overhaul of the United States federal tax code. Almost immediately, the legislation sparked intense debate. Proponents argued that the TCJA would unleash economic growth, incentivize investment, and ultimately benefit all Americans. Critics, … Read more
The Essence of Unforeseen Outcomes The world is a tapestry of intricate connections, a web woven from countless actions and reactions. Every decision, from the simplest daily choice to the most profound policy change, sets off a chain of events, a cascade of effects that ripple outwards, often in ways we never anticipate. This dynamic, … Read more
The Squeeze of Land and the Housing Conundrum Limited Land At the heart of the issue lies the fundamental challenge of space. Hong Kong is a densely populated city, crammed onto a relatively small landmass. Imagine squeezing a bustling metropolis into a geographically constrained area, and you begin to understand the pressure on every square … Read more
The Foundations: Arrows, Warfare, and Early Trade Long before the roar of gunpowder echoed across battlefields, the arrow reigned supreme. For millennia, the bow and arrow were essential tools for survival, used for hunting game and providing a vital source of protein. Beyond subsistence, archery also had significant societal impacts. The creation of arrows necessitated … Read more
