Generation Z are the first true digital natives, raised in the glow of smartphones and social media, shaped by a post-liberalization era of global markets, rapid technological shifts, and relentless information streams. Yet, despite their hyperconnectivity, they’re grappling with a profound sense of alienation, yearning for meaning in a world drowning in data and heading into an economic uncertainty.

Your next appliance purchase is about to sting. With inflation already a sore spot, these new costs could make replacing that clunky old fridge or busted dryer a budget-breaking ordeal.

India’s recent claim to the title of the world’s fourth-largest economy, surpassing Japan, sparked celebrations and headlines. But beneath the triumphant narrative lies a starkly different reality, one that reveals a nation grappling with deep-seated inequality, persistent poverty, and a growth story that benefits a select few while leaving millions behind.

By 2035, every human will rely on AI-powered “intelligent agents” that redefine how we live, work, and even dream. These aren’t just chatbots, they’re autonomous assistants managing everything from your schedule to your finances. For TheBrink readers, this is your exclusive window into a future that’s closer than you think.

Four of Silicon Valley's most powerful technology executives took an oath that would have been unthinkable just years ago. On Friday, they raised their right hands and swore allegiance to the United States Army as lieutenant colonels, while keeping their day jobs running some of the world's most influential tech companies.

Researchers made a startling discovery: king cobras, typically dwellers of steamy tropical forests, were spotted slithering through the chilly Himalayan foothills. This unprecedented sighting is not an isolated quirk but a stark symbol of a global crisis. Climate change is rewriting the ancient migration routes of animals worldwide, from tiny insects to massive marine predators.

Financial elder abuse, the most prevalent form of mistreatment against seniors, is surging at an alarming rate, driven by sophisticated scams and, more disturbingly, betrayal by those closest to the victims.

President Donald Trump announced a breakthrough in U.S.-China trade relations, revealing a tentative agreement to restore the flow of rare earth minerals and magnets from China to the United States. However, with U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods set at 55% and China imposing 10% tariffs on U.S. imports, the agreement represents a delicate truce rather than a lasting resolution.

Boeing, once a paragon of aerospace engineering, has faced a cascade of challenges in recent years, marked by high-profile crashes, persistent delays, and systemic quality issues. From the catastrophic 737 MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019 to the January 2024 Alaska Airlines door plug incident and the recent Air India crash in Ahmedabad, Boeing's reputation has been severely tarnished.

India dreams of becoming a global innovation powerhouse, rivaling Silicon Valley or Shenzhen. The vision is grand: a nation churning out world-class tech, fueled by a vibrant ecosystem of risk-takers and visionaries. Brace for a brutally honest take, grounded in logic and numbers, on a dream that’s tougher to achieve than the hype suggests.