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Magic Pill

 Johann Hari's "Magic Pill - The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight-Loss Drugs" explores the complex and often contradictory realities surrounding a new generation of weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. Drawing from personal experience, extensive interviews with scientists, and global observations, Hari delves into how these drugs work, why we need them, their potential benefits, and their alarming risks, ultimately questioning the future of our relationship with food and health. The book is structured around a journey of personal discovery and scientific investigation: Part 1: The Emergence of the "Magic Pill" Introduction: The Holy Grail : Hari recounts his own pandemic-induced weight gain and his surprise at seeing Hollywood figures rapidly slim down with a mysterious new drug. This discovery ignites his lifelong quest for a "magic pill" for weight loss, driven by his own struggles and the tragic, o...

MBS "The Man Who Would Be King

 Thisbook is a comprehensive biography titled "The Man Who Would Be King" by Karen Elliott House, focusing on Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) and his dramatic transformation of Saudi Arabia. It delves into his rapid ascent to power, his ambitious Vision 2030, and the profound social, economic, and political changes he has initiated, while also examining the challenges, controversies, and human rights concerns that accompany his rule. Summary of "The Man Who Would Be King - Karen Elliott House" The book paints a vivid picture of Saudi Arabia's dramatic shift from a "stultifying kingdom" in 2016 to a rapidly modernizing nation under the de facto leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS). The author, Karen Elliott House, through interviews with MBS and other key figures, provides an intimate look at the young prince's personality, ambitions, and often ruthless methods. 1. The Race to Rule & Rapid Ascent to Power (Prologue & Chapter 1): In...

1929: Inside the Greatest Crash

 This document, "1929: Inside the Greatest Crash" by Andrew Ross Sorkin, offers a deeply detailed, character-driven narrative of the events leading up to, during, and after the 1929 Wall Street Crash and the early years of the Great Depression. The author, drawing on extensive research including previously unpublished documents, aims to illuminate the human drama behind this pivotal historical event and draw parallels to contemporary financial and political climates. The book is structured into two main parts: the first focusing on the year 1929 and the crash itself, and the second covering the subsequent years of the deepening depression and the eventual push for financial reform. Key Characters: The narrative revolves around a cast of influential figures: Charles Mitchell ("Sunshine Charlie") : The ambitious and optimistic Chairman and CEO of National City Bank, a key player in expanding stock market participation and a vocal opponent of Federal Reserve attempts t...

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MONEY & The Art of Spending

 Here are two Books  by Morgan Housel. 1)  THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MONEY  became major bookseller with 8 million copes  2) The Art of Spending Money  Published  on Oct 2025  15 lessons from  " THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MONEY " 📚     1. Money is a tool. It's not an end in itself.     2. Don't let your emotions control your spending. Be mindful of the emotions that can drive you to overspend and learn to control them.     3. Invest for the long term. The stock market will go up and down in the short term, but over the long term, it goes up.     4. Don't try to time the market. No one can predict the future, so don't try to guess when to buy and sell stocks.     5. Diversify your investments. Don't put all your eggs in one basket. Spread your money across different asset classes to reduce your risk.     6. Don't be afraid to take risks. But don't be reckless, either.     7. Pay yours...

History Matters

 History Matters  by David McCullough(DMcC)  In 1995, DMcC was honored with the National Book Foundation’s Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters. Over the course of his lifetime, he was awarded fifty-six honorary degrees and more than 125 awards, including the Pulitzer Prize twice, the National Book Award twice, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He met each and every recognition with delight and gratitude. When he received this overarching award for contribution to the literary world of his country, he was honored indeed. These are his remarks delivered at the awards ceremony. Indifference to history isn’t just ignorant, it’s rude. It’s a form of ingratitude.

Dark Towers: Deutsche Bank, Donald Trump

  Overview The book investigates the history of Deutsche Bank, particularly focusing on its transformation from a traditional German lender into a global investment bank and its intricate relationship with Donald Trump . It explores the bank's ascent fueled by greed and reckless decisions, its involvement in various scandals, and the eventual consequences, including its role in enabling Trump's rise to power. Key Themes and Events Early History and Transformation: Deutsche Bank's origins in the 19th century, focusing on international commerce and German industrial growth. The bank's shift towards high-risk investment banking in the late 20th century, led by figures like Edson Mitchell and Bill Broeksmit. Influence of American executives and Wall Street culture on the bank's operations and values. Scandals and Criminality: Deutsche Bank's involvement with the Nazi regime, including financing Auschwitz. A series of scandals related to money laundering, tax evasion...