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Some fertility and AI forecasts

The 2024 forecast is particularly pessimistic about China’s fertility prospects. Both projections produce very substantial global aging, a major global capital glut producing very low long-run real capital returns. The…

Tuesday assorted links

1. AI is helping patients to solve their medical mysteries (WSJ). 2. History of economic thought in one paragraph. 3. Becca Rothfeld on Rachel Cusk. 4. “Since ChatGPT, the number…

How economics is changing

As a proportion of the literature, research about econometric theory, monetary policy and corporate governance has slumped. Meanwhile, papers on development, crime and gender are on the up. This could…

The Dressier Side of Shorts

Outfit Details: Valentino Shirt, Chan Luu Shorts, Hermes Bag (similar, less expensive here), Miu Miu Flats (sold out, similar here and here), Sherman Field Necklace Naturally, I reach for shorts on the hottest days, when getting dressed needs…

Monday assorted links

1. Where do the great American comedians hail from? 2. General thoughts on biosafety. 3. “Violet Hensley Dies at 109; Ozarks Fiddler Made Opry Debut at 99” (NYT).  She also…