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The Death Of Cash
Imagine ordering your morning coffee, only to be turned away because you have cash. Sounds absurd? It’s already happening. Major retailers are ditching cash, sparking a fierce debate: should businesses be legally required to accept it? From bartering cows to tapping phones, this deep dive traces the evolution of money and asks—are we giving up too much for convenience?
Why Do We Pay Tax?
Taxes have toppled kings, fueled wars, and shaped entire societies. Today, the UK faces yet another tax shake-up as the government scrambles to cover rising costs. But how did taxation become an unavoidable part of life? This story uncovers the centuries-old struggle over power, money, and public trust—and why history suggests taxpayers only tolerate so much before pushing back.
The GOV Wants To Intrude Our Privacy
If you wouldn’t leave your front door unlocked for strangers, why should your digital life be any different? Apple’s decision to pull its most secure encryption from UK iPhones has reignited the debate over privacy vs. government control. From medieval letter spies to modern surveillance laws, this investigation explores how the fight for privacy has played out over centuries—and why your data is at risk now more than ever.