Economy

Listed on this page are all Facts are Facts articles on the subject economy.


Homo Oeconomicus: The Great Cyber Battle for the World

In the last 50 years, an unholy alliance has formed: the union of ever-faster computer systems with a philosophy that regards human beings as greedy beasts, forever seeking their own advantage. Now they have combined to ensure ever more billions of profit for a tiny, powerful elite, and to make everyone connected to the internet the puppets of their own venal desires. Read more...

Motivation: Full Wallet, Empty Soul?

What really makes us happy at work and at home? You’ll be amazed: it’s not money – and that’s a scientific fact! Read more...

Patents: Taking Control of Life Itself

Genes, plants, animals, even human sperm and eggs - patenting life is big business. Nothing and nobody is to be spared and only grassroots resistance can stop this shocking legalised practice. Read more...

Water Wars

Across the globe, the privatisation of public goods pours billions into the coffers of big business. In the case of water - that vital, basic resource - consequences such as raised prices and reduced quality are particularly drastic. As you might expect, opposition is strong - and effective. Read more...

The Go-Giver: The Secret of True Success

“Dog eat dog, and mind nothing but your own business!” It seems that this has been the general precept in economy ever since the Industrial Revolution. This might help to rake in money, but it will not bring about true success, because being truly successful is something that manifests itself on every level, leading to a healthy, happy, prosperous and joyous connection with all life. Read more...