Monthly Archives: September 2022

Old men helped cause the Soviet Union’s collapse. Historians say it’s a warning sign for the United States.

Wally McNamee/Getty; Photo 12/Getty; Brandon Bell /Getty; Michael M. Santiago/Getty; Anna Kim/Insider The Soviet Union became a gerontocracy in its final years, contributing to its collapse. Historians say it’s a cautionary tale for the US, whose leaders have been in power for decades. One Soviet historian told Insider these US politicians “seem to hold on…

Pound crashes to record low against the dollar as UK tax cut plans rattle investors

The UK’s chief financial minister Kwasi Kwarteng. Ian Forsyth/Getty Images The pound plunged almost 5% to $1.0350 during Asian trading Monday, beneath its previous 1985 low. The UK government’s tax-cutting has spooked investors, and a minister hinted Sunday more cuts are coming. Analysts said the Bank of England may need to make an emergency interest…

There’s overwhelming support for an age limit on the president and Congress. Here’s why that won’t happen anytime soon.

Vicky Leta/Insider Some have proposed age limits for elected officials amid concerns about America’s gerontocracy. But members of Congress young and old alike balk at the idea, suggesting alternative fixes. Those include term limits, overhauling the seniority system, and fixing the campaign finance system. Read more from Insider’s “Red, White, and Gray” series. As frustration…

Elevate your training—without adding more weights—with this non-varying resistance system

Get more benefits from your training sessions with the NV Rack. This resistance system relies on Non-Varying Resistance, increasing the acceleration of your movements instead of adding weight for safer, more effective workouts. Looking to supercharge your fitness program while staying safe? Consider the NV Rack. Its Non-Varying Resistance System gives you the same benefits…