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Jimmy Carter was a president whose reputation in foreign policy only grew after he left office
In December 1978, Jimmy Carter – who has died aged 100 – outlined his belief that American strategic…
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 100
ATLANTA — Jimmy Carter, 39th president of the United States and winner of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, died…
After 54 years of brutal rule under the Assads, Syria is at a crossroads. Here are 4 priorities to avoid yet another war
Who could have predicted that after nearly 14 years of civil war and five years of stalemate, the…
Bashar al-Assad’s regime has fallen in Syria. How will this impact an already fractured region?
The swift and unexpected fall of the Syrian capital, Damascus, to Sunni opposition forces marks a pivotal moment…
What Trump might do in his second presidency and what it could mean for democracy
There is nothing more dangerous than an autocrat who has managed to dupe the public into thinking that…
How the Trump presidency might change the global economy
Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 election – and his threat to impose tariffs on all imports to…
Donald Trump wins election, renewing his efforts to remake America
Like many women, I’m having a horrible flashback. It’s 6 a.m. on Nov. 9, 2016 — the day…
Why vote for Harris or Trump? A cheat sheet on the candidates’ records, why their supporters like them and why picking one or the other makes sense
If you are still undecided and mulling your pick for president, there are clear differences between Republican presidential…
Americans are going to the polls. Here’s how the US election works
Tens of millions of voters in the United States are heading to the polls for the 2024 US…
US election: what a Trump victory would mean for the rest of the world
According to the United Nations 2024 is “the biggest election year in human history” with half of the…
The US Elections Is The World’s Most Undemocratic
The world continues to hold its breath as the United States’ voters prepare for the crucial 2024 Presidential…
So you don’t like Trump or Harris – here’s why it’s still best to vote for one of them
Many Americans are not thrilled with either of the two major-party candidates for president. As of Oct. 4,…
They Used Physics To Find Patterns In Information
This year’s laureates used tools from physics to construct methods that helped lay the foundation for today’s powerful…
A year of escalating conflict in the Middle East has ushered in a new era of regional displacement
A year of conflict has ushered in a new era of mass displacement in the Middle East. Since…
Iran’s strikes on Israel are the latest sign that the conflict in the Middle East is spiraling, presenting rising global security threats
Iran fired at least 180 ballistic missiles at Israel on Oct. 1, 2024, amplifying tensions in the Middle…
It would be a mistake for Israel to invade Lebanon – here’s why
The death of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut on September 27 has left…
UNGA 2024: What is the UN General Assembly and what happens at the meeting?
The United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week (UNGA) takes place in New York every September. Key discussion topics…
Starting with a handshake, presidential debate between Harris and Trump then turns fierce, and pointed
As the two presidential candidates entered the debate stage, Kamala Harris strode across it and offered her hand…
What the 2024 Olympics tells us about global geopolitics
Since the Olympic Games in Paris began, the French president, Emmanuel Macron, has posted the statement “This is…
Biden Drops Out Of Presidential Race
Until 1968, presidential candidates were picked by party conventions – a process revived by Biden’s withdrawal from race President…
Major IT outage brings businesses around the world to a standstill – expert explains what happened and why
A major IT outage has hit businesses across the world, grounding planes as well as affecting banks and…
Middle Powers: What are they and why do they matter?
António Guterres’ Special Address at Davos 2024 was stark. The United Nations Secretary-General warned that the world must…
The Non-Sportsperson’s Spectacular Guide to Super Bowl Fandom
The Super Bowl – where the thrill of American football meets the sparkle of pop culture in a…
Allegiant Stadium: A Technological Marvel in the Heart of Las Vegas
As the lights of Las Vegas shine brighter with anticipation, the city readies itself for an event of…
The Elusive Quest For Lasting Peace – Reflections on Remembrance Day
Another November 11th is upon us, bringing with it familiar rituals that exalt peace while honouring the fallen.…
The Long And Complex History Of Israel And Palestine
The history of Israel and Palestine is a centuries-spanning narrative, richly layered with the influences of religion, geopolitics,…
An Israeli Dilemma
While there must be a military component to Israel’s response to its security challenge, there is no solely…
Israel’s War on Hamas: What to Know
Israel will seek to eliminate the threat posed by the Palestinian militant group for good, but its campaign…
Hamas assault echoes 1973 Arab-Israeli war – a shock attack and questions of political, intelligence culpability
The parallels were striking – and surely not coincidental. Exactly 50 years and a day after being taken…
India Has Landed On The Moon: Here’s What The Political And Economic Gains Are
Christopher Newman, Northumbria University, Newcastle From the early days of human space activity in the 1960s, missions to…
How Much Aid Has the U.S. Sent Ukraine? Here Are Six Charts.
Six graphics illustrate the extraordinary level of support the United States has provided Ukraine in its war against…
NATO Strengthens European Military Deterrent Amid Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
NATO, a transatlantic security alliance comprising 31 member countries, is bolstering its military deterrent in Europe in response…
Stars, Stripes, And Service. Exploring The Hierarchies And Heroes Of The U.S. Military
The United States military, a pillar of the nation’s identity and strength, is steeped in a history that…
Mamawi! Happy Canada Day 2023
_I love unfinished things,the bookmark set between closed pages,the field that waits for seed, Canadais a place like…
From Suffering To Uprising. The Inevitability Of Violent Protests In Societies We Are Creating.
In trying to comprehend the turmoil and passion that fuels such violent protests, we have to consider the…
Semiconductors: The New Currency Of Power
The semiconductor industry, characterized by its constant innovation and technological advancements, serves as a cornerstone of the global…
G7 summit in Hiroshima will force world leaders to confront the continuing nuclear threat
The current crises facing the world will be brought into sharp relief as Hiroshima – the first city…
Assessing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, after a year of war
MIT event examines effects of the war on domestic politics and daily life in both Ukraine and Russia.…
Peace in Ukraine doesn’t ultimately depend on Putin or Zelensky – it’s the Ukrainian people who must decide
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has now lasted for one year. As overwhelming victory for either side looks unlikely,…
Celebrate International Women’s Day With These 8 Inspiring Books
International Women’s Day, celebrated on the 8th of March, is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural,…
Which World Leaders Have Met Zelensky in Ukraine?
In the lead-up to the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, visits of world leaders have picked…
A year on, Russia’s war on Ukraine threatens to redraw the map of world politics – and 2023 will be crucial
Wars are world-shaping. Beyond their immediate human and physical tolls, wars alter the fates of societies and states;…
Where You Can Donate To Help Turkey & Syria Earthquake Victims
On February 6, 2023, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Turkey and Syria. It happened during the early hours…
A Search Of UK News Today. You Be The Judge.
We searched online news in the UK today and this is what we see. There is a permacrisis…
Turkey-Syria earthquake: a seismologist explains what just happened
An extremely large earthquake has occurred in the southeast of Turkey, near the border with Syria. Data from…
Teaching The Holocaust Through Literature: Four Books To Help Young People Gain Deeper Understanding
A survey commissioned in 2019 revealed the shocking result that over half of Britons did not know that…
De-globalization or Re-globalization? It’s more a ‘cocktail’ of globalization, says an expert at Davos
The ties that bind the world economy together have frayed throughout the pandemic. With growing protectionism, and after…
Eurasia Group publishes “Top Risks” predictions for 2023
As 2023 begins, the people of Ukraine are marking nearly a year of war and conflict in their…
Russia-Ukraine War Could Spike Global Food Insecurity, Emissions
If the war in Ukraine significantly cuts grain exports, surging prices could increase food insecurity and carbon dioxide…
Ukraine War: Why the world can’t afford to let Russia get away with its land grab – lessons from history
Much of the international community has condemned Russia’s annexation of four provinces of Ukraine as illegal. Joe Biden…