Consumerism and capitalism have been driving forces for the growth of wealth and the expansion of world economies. However, a study led by psychologists at the University of Bath has shown the pitfalls of these systems and that they have had dire consequences for the health of … [Read more...] about Billionaires aren’t cool anymore in the eyes of the public and the planet
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Meet Chuck Feeney, the billionaire who has given away all his money
For most of us who aren’t billionaires, it’s always baffling that such wealthy people *cough Jeff Bezos* can sit atop giant sums of money without donating a decent chunk of it to help improve the world. But then there’s Chuck Feeney. If you aren’t familiar with Feeney, he’s … [Read more...] about Meet Chuck Feeney, the billionaire who has given away all his money
The one monthly payment that prevents you from building wealth
You may think that it doesn't make a big difference to pay $500 every month to lease a car. After all, it is nice to drive a new car. But here's the math: if you pay $500 a month for a car for 30 years, you end up paying $180,000 just for driving a new car. If you drive an old … [Read more...] about The one monthly payment that prevents you from building wealth
We’re getting richer
Think about it: These days, most poor families in the West have phones, TVs, washing machines and cars. The tap water is clean, and the food is safe to eat. We’re not trying to play down the problem of poverty, but these conditions are a vast improvement over those in, say, the … [Read more...] about We’re getting richer
Experiential travel can enrich our lives and the communities we visit
Live it, don't look at it. Experiential travel gives tourists a great time—and gives something back to the places they visit. Diane Daniel | April 2009 issue The Eiffel Tower. Big Ben. The Taj Mahal. Only 20 years ago, these were the notches on the traveler’s money belt, which, … [Read more...] about Experiential travel can enrich our lives and the communities we visit