Topic: Corporate Interests

The Milan Expo 2015 opened in Italy amidst violent protests from activists who view the event as a front for corporate interests and the T-TIP trade agreement. While the fair features 80 national pavilions and focuses on global sustainability, it has received little attention in the U.S. media. Historical World's Fairs are recalled for their cultural impact and unique amusement park attractions.

The FDIC is considering a plan to borrow billions of dollars from healthy private banks to replenish its insurance fund, which has been depleted by a wave of bank failures. Critics argue this creates a circular financial logic where taxpayer-funded banks lend money back to the government with interest.