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A woman dressed for work, representing how they rise to the challenges and uplift societies
Women, work, and power: fuelling global economic growth
Economies grow, societies stabilise, and nations rise when women are allowed to work and lead
A man stands with his fists clenched in anger, while a woman sits on the ground in front of him, fearful and covering her face
Jennie’s law and the reality of domestic violence
Why Ireland’s domestic abuse register is a necessary step to protect victims before it is too late
Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. Female farmers working in the fields, reflecting the struggles of rural poverty in the Global South
Gender inequality and the struggle for justice
Gender equality is not just a women’s issue, but a development and a human rights issue
Hidden exchange of bills out of public view, capturing the corrupt dealings that diverted funds from real flood defences
Inside DPWH’s billion-peso corruption scandal
The paper trails, financial red flags, and human consequences behind the controversy
Facial recognition technology illustrated by a woman holding a phone with scanning lines across her face
Between digital grace and digital control
The expansion of digital identity, data collection, and ai governance demands a human-centered, ethical approach
Argentina’s public university system under siege: a symbolic chainsaw slicing through one of the country’s most cherished institutions
Argentina: the public university under the chainsaw
Why is Milei’s administration refusing to fund the public university system that shaped the country?
A map reflecting a world learning to navigate complex storms—geopolitical, economic, and digital
Navigating the storm: charting the borders of a world reborn
How conflict, technology, and emerging powers are reshaping the geopolitical map
Rufin Sudkovsky – "Naval Battle Between Vesta and Fetkh-i Bulend," Black Sea, July 11, 1877: This dramatic seascape by Rufin Sudkovsky (1850–1885) captures the intense naval clash between the Russian steamer Vesta and the Ottoman ironclad Fetkh-i Bulend during the Russo-Turkish War
The Black Sea: a shifting geopolitical battleground
From imperial rivalries to modern power struggles in a strategic region
A New Zealand cityscape symbolizing the nation’s pivot from price taker to value shaper
Lessons from New Zealand for smaller open economies
How moving beyond commodities can reconnect export strength with domestic prosperity
Collage on climate, People's Summit, Belem @ Ashish Kothari
COP30: when people step in to save the planet
As global negotiations stall, grassroots movements lead the real fight for climate justice
A view of Earth from space, reminding us of our shared responsibility to protect a fragile and interconnected planet
World parliament declares a “state of planetary emergency”
The Provisional World Parliament in India concludes on this alarming note
An olive branch extended: a symbol of the global peace paradigm this vision calls us to imagine
The game: if I were President, what would I do? Part 3
Creating global peace and prosperity aligned with nature
Silhouettes of people holding hands at sunset, symbolizing unity and togetherness
The human desire for community
Exploring why we gather, what we seek, and how we grow together
Strategic moves unfold at the table as casinos continue to attract millions of annual visitors
The casino crowding index
Ranking the busiest casino destinations in the United States
A teenager with a smudged face holding a cellphone, sitting on the bathroom floor—evoking the emotional isolation, digital dependency, and silent distress that many adolescents experience in today’s online world
Behind the hashtags: what we owe our children
From “Blue Whale” to “Red Dolphin,” media, manipulation, and neglect deepen fear and exploitation among vulnerable teens
A woman uses her smartphone on the sidewalk while a man and woman walk away from her
The shortcomings of individualism
How personal freedom, digital life, and social change are weakening collective bonds
Through the eye of the digital age: how platforms capture attention, data, and power
Unravelling the digital revolution: platforms taking over
The systemic shift from industrial capitalism to global rentierism
Chinese sailors stand in formation ahead of a visit by Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral John Richardson to the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLA(N)) headquarters in Beijing on January 14, 2019, China
China's military rise: shaping the future of global security
Beijing's expanding military power and assertive regional policies reshaping the Indo-Pacific and global trade dynamics
Humanity accelerates into an uncertain future without the guardrails we need
Taming the three horses of the apocalypse
Confronting the triple threat of climate change, nuclear proliferation, and artificial intelligence
The Nelson Mandela wall art in Johannesburg, South Africa
Division in the 21st century: the reimagining of Apartheid
Before you dehumanise the other, you have to dehumanise the self
A quiet evening trek after work, showing the labour that sustains global tea, cocoa, and coffee markets
The legacy of crop colonialism in Africa
How cocoa, tea, tobacco, and flowers continue to shape the continent’s food security and economies
Abstract illustrations of the scales of justice can symbolize the tension between fairness and cultural bias
The tragedy of commonsense morality
The problem of cooperation between societies
A man walks along a quiet sidewalk in Greece
How drugs could boost tourism in Greece
A simple tweak to the way Greece polices drugs could boost the tourism industry
A smiling Black woman choosing Christmas decorations in a store
Celebration in a consumer world
Seasonal shopping and mindful living in a culture of constant consumption
South China Sea (Oct. 9, 2019), Aircraft from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 fly in formation over the forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5
Maritime disputes in the South China Sea
The legalisation of the maritime space and the battle for state sovereignty
Caribbean theater of tension: U.S. naval deployments tighten the strategic perimeter around Venezuela
Evilness cahoot: negotiating with the wrong guy
As Venezuela’s internal collapse accelerates, regional instability draws the U.S. Navy deeper into the Caribbean
A consumer navigating through diverse influences, including factors, advertisements, and potential marketing messages
Deceptive environmental marketing by big brands
The truth behind green advertising tactics in the food industry
Zohran Mamdani speaking at a DSA 101 meeting at the Church of the Village in New York City, US
Indian right-wing indifferent to Mamdani’s victory
The victory of the left-leaning democrat that India’s right-wing couldn’t savour
The iconic blue houses of Morocco, representing a country moving forward with confidence and stability
A new Green March: Morocco’s 21st-Century resilience
How infrastructure, diplomacy, and social stability form Morocco’s new Green March
A woman checking the price of olive oil in the market
Climateflation: the food system in crisis
Rising prices, shrinking harvests, and the myth of “sustainable” agriculture reveal why Big Ag is as dangerous as Big Oil
The weight of memory on a changing Russia © Illustration by Paola Bilancieri
Russia at a crossroads: a society in transition
The long tail of Soviet rule and the complex forces defining Russia’s future
An artist's impression of a Soviet ballistic missile submarine base from the 1980s
The uncertain future of the Russian Navy
Russia’s stalled warship ambitions expose a deeper struggle between global reach and limited resources
European politicians attempt to engage in dialogue with Trump
Europe must wake up: from peace project to power player
The end of illusions
A line of Syrian refugees crossing the border of Hungary and Austria on their way to Germany. Hungary, Central Europe, 6 September 2015
How migration became the language of global politics
The hidden politics behind borders, diplomacy, and the movement of people
A lone silhouette rallies a silent crowd, capturing the atmosphere of rising authoritarianism in uncertain times
The Mein Kampf of the “new” global far right
How old fascist doctrines are recycled to shape today’s authoritarian politics
Trump's second-term foreign policy seeks to reshape the international system through a combination of military pressure, selective alliances, and unilateral actions
Washington's strategic compass points south
Strategies, conflicts, and alliances in the United States' geopolitical offensive against China, Russia, and Latin America
The 1702 Visscher Stoopendaal Map of Israel, Palestine, or the Holy Land is a historical map that illustrates the geography of the region during that time
A closer look at claims in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Foundational myths and historical claims in the debate over land ownership and legitimacy
On the margins of a wealthy world, a man’s plea for support speaks to the urgency of making poverty unacceptable
Make poverty illegal
The “war on poverty” may not be the best answer to fight poverty
A group of people in Jakarta, Indonesia, hold a white banner promoting the Sustainable Development Goals
The sustainable development goals ten years after
Why the sustainable development goals faltered and what a changing world means for the future of global governance
Seeing clearly begins when we learn to assemble what we’ve taken apart
The true cost of stereotypes in leadership
How to use listening, asking, and learning to dismantle the walls of disunity and drive growth
A woman holding a laptop, representing gender equality in business, corporate board diversity, and women in leadership, all contributing to gender balance in the workplace
Rethinking gender quotas on corporate boards
Examining the impact of the European Commission’s “Women on boards” directive on merit and diversity
A woman stands in a serene meadow, next to a book that symbolizes life, knowledge, and the secret wisdom to be learned from nature and the human spirit, blending reality with a touch of fantasy
The responsibility of wisdom in society
How wise individuals shape ethical progress and social responsibility
Climate Smart Village project under the CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture, and Food Security (CCAFS), South Asia program, in Vaishali, India. Photo credit: V. Reddy
The rise of the 'she-conomy' in South Asia
Women reshaping economic futures
The Valley of the Fallen — proof that in Spanish politics, the dead never truly rest
Frankenstein politics: the propaganda of the dead
When the past becomes campaign material: Spain’s uneasy dance with its dictator’s ghost
The NATO symbol resting on blue satin, conveying how global order is often staged as harmony while driven by strategic profit
NATO and EU: instruments for the military-industrial complex
With the war in Ukraine, the Western world has embarked on the largest arms build-up ever seen
Despite its economic power, the EU's current defense capabilities are inadequate and bureaucratic, leaving a critical gap in global security
Why the EU needs an offensive military force
In a destabilized world, the European Union's reliance on external defense is unsustainable, demanding a proactive and unified military strategy
The China–Pakistan Friendship Monument stands along the Khunjerab Pass near the scenic Atabad Lake tunnels in Hunza Valley, marking the deep bond between the two nations on their shared border route
The enduring partnership between Pakistan and China
A strategic, economic, and geopolitical nexus
In a war zone, a man grips a rifle beside heavy machinery
Gamification and the attention economy
The hidden consequences of gamification in apps, social media, and war
Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus championed his concept of social business as a way to release deprived people from the ‘prison’ of welfare at a special summit hosted by the University of Salford, 2013
Dr. Muhammad Yunus: architect of change in Bangladesh
From microfinance pioneer to interim national leader
A city in motion, representing the pulse of everyday life shaped by invisible political choices
The politics of everyday life
How laws on labour, housing, and safety shape daily life
Maasai children using a laptop while sitting in a desert area of Tanzania, highlighting the contrast between poverty and access to technology
Breaking free from the illusions of progress
Our inherent development obligations and the challenges ahead
On 5 September 2023, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, traveled to Nairobi, Kenya where she participated in the Africa Climate Summit. Pictured here (from left to right): Ursula von der Leyen, Alice Wahome, Member of the Kenyan Parliament for Kandara Constituency, and Rigathi Gachagua, Deputy President of Kenya
Can Central and Eastern Europe boost soft power in Africa?
Declining Western influence and the growing Russian and Chinese presence in Africa
Argentina finds itself once again at a historical crossroads, torn between the promise of modernization and the risk of repeating old pacts of dependency
The future of Argentina after the legislative elections
Trump, Milei, and the re-establishment of an old alliance: the promise of freedom in times of debt
UNRWA staff member comforts a distressed child at a school shelter in Nuseirat camp, Gaza Strip, Palestine
When NGOs dance with terror
The soft face of hard power in a world where saving lives pays dividends
Polish soldiers and intelligence agents operate amid a backdrop of Warsaw’s skyline, symbolizing Poland’s ongoing struggle against espionage, cyberwarfare, and disinformation in its hybrid conflict with Russia
Poland: NATO’s first line against the Kremlin
Behind diplomatic formality lies a relentless shadow war of spies, hackers, and propaganda defining NATO’s eastern front
Barbara Kruger’s mural on the housing crisis poses a striking question—‘Who is housed when money talks?’—highlighting inequality in access to shelter
Is Europe still a place to call home?
Europe’s housing crisis and the theft of a generation
Individual refilling a big agricultural drone for farming use
Precision agriculture: sustainable ways to grow food
A look at how precision agriculture and new technology can make food production more sustainable and climate-friendly
A woman gently holds a diamond ring in her hand
A consumer's guide to lab-grown vs. mined gems
A closer look at how technology, transparency, and shifting values are transforming the diamond industry forever
A woman in a green leather jacket sits on the floor surrounded by plants, taking a moment to relax
From sourdough to side-hustles
Why our hobbies aren't just for fun anymore
Hands raised in peaceful protest: a collective call for memory, justice, and democracy that continues to resonate across generations
Only non-violent resistance can save America
As democratic institutions falter under Trump’s authoritarian grip, the nation’s survival may depend on a moral uprising of peaceful defiance
Reclaiming healthcare as care: for the people, by the people
The game: if I were President, what would I do? Part 2
Reimagining healthcare: a holistic approach to national well-being
Aerial view of the Citadel of Alessandria, the largest European fortification, Italy
Italy: the country of contradictions
A night of flood, loss, and reflection on Italy’s fragile relationship with its land and the forgotten duty of care
Nino Ramishvili is a compassionate and visionary leader who believes true success comes from authenticity, empathy, and empowering others to find their voice
The story of Nino Ramishvili
From building Carrefour’s communications to empowering women, her journey shows leadership starts with empathy
These women stand boldly, challenging the idea that gender roles are biologically predetermined, and embracing the belief that gender is a social construct shaped by power dynamics
The great lie of patriarchy
How gender, power, and masculinity are constructed and why it all must change
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), also known in China as the One Belt One Road and sometimes referred to as the New Silk Road, is a global infrastructure development strategy launched by the People's Republic of China in 2013. This initiative aims to invest in over 150 countries and international organizations
India's strategic response to the Belt and Road Initiative
India's countermeasures and regional alliances amid China's global infrastructure push
A glowing block of ice under a rising sun; a stark reminder of what’s melting away as nations falter on climate commitments
COP30: keeping the faith
As nations gather to confront global warming, the United States stands apart—its withdrawal from the Paris Agreement turning it from a climate leader into a global outlaw
A stethoscope lying on currency bills, representing how the healthcare industry is often driven by profit and financial incentives rather than patient care
Africa’s health boom: the business of being sick
A continent where illness feeds growth
A sign reading "Refugees Welcome" displayed on a building
Germany needs immigrants: luckily, they are coming
A new law is a positive sign for immigration to Germany
The PRINCOSER theoretical framework proposes a new scientific vision of business sustainability by establishing a quantifiable relationship between ethics and organizational durability
A scientific law for business sustainability
The ethical formula based on the PRINCOSER framework
Demonstration against the Global Security Law, Paris, France, December 2020
Justifying political power in the face of the polycrisis
Challenges and limits of public reason in addressing interconnected global crises
Fortified by debt: Europe’s welfare state under siege
The United States, NATO, and the 5% for defense
Between debt and weapons: the political cost of an alliance that threatens the European welfare state
Hiroshima Nights, watercolour 16 x 12 cm, Mark Weighton 2025
Remembering our ancestors in the pursuit of peace
Taurus Full Moon
Lisbon, Portugal a child holding a Palestinian flag during a protest
The question of Palestine: a struggle for freedom
Tracing the historical roots, human cost, and enduring hope of a people’s fight for self-determination
Burkina Faso Soldiers react to an ambush practical exercise during Flintlock 2017, March 1, 2017 at Camp Zagre, Burkina Faso
Paramilitaries, coups, and foreign powers in the Sahel
How military coups, foreign actors, and local insurgencies are reshaping the region’s future
A shallow focus photo of a person holding a Donald Trump sign during an immigrant rights protest in the West Village, New York City, USA
Inclusive societies: a threat to the far right?
The rise of far-right ideologies and the war waged on diversity in the United States
A woman walking beside an AI-powered surveillance camera, emphasizing themes of security, privacy, and biometric technology
Facial recognition: a step forward for security or danger?
Benefits, privacy concerns, and its impact on society
A U.S. Air Force pilot looked down at the suspected Chinese surveillance balloon as it hovered over the Central Continental United States on February 3, 2023.
When balloons ruled the news
A look at the unexplained aerial objects of 2023: was it a lot of hot air?
The Supreme Court of India is the supreme judicial authority and the highest court of the Republic of India. It is the final court of appeal for all civil and criminal cases in India
More than just a shoe attack
Shoe hurled at India’s top judge reeks of caste discrimination
A nation at the edge: the United States faces its own constitutional reckoning
Dictatorship or decentralization in the U.S.
Examining the potential for a new constitutional convention amidst concerns of federal overreach and the erosion of democratic principles
Woman wearing a white hijab, her face veiled with white textile
TikTok’s dark mirror
How digital prostitution is distorting Egypt’s moral compass
A close-up of a chainsaw cutting through a tree trunk in the forest
Axes, egos, and ecosystems: rethinking manhood
What masculinity has to do with the forest crisis
People filming an act of protest, demonstrating how young people use social media to spread awareness during times of conflict and war
How Palestinian youth are resisting online
Posting through the pain and turmoil
On December 9, 2011, during COP17 in Durban, hundreds protested inside the UN Climate Talks, urging nations not to sign what they called a “death sentence” for those already suffering from climate change
Climate data matters: conferences not so much
Why COP30 and the 29 before it fail to measure what really matters in the climate crisis
Data "Papa" Vanishvili. Woke up one day to find himself behind the barbed wire installed by Russian troops through his yard at the South Ossetia-Georgia ABL. Data Vanishvili died on 19 March 2021 at the age of 90
The voids no one fills
Displacement, borders, and absence in the South Caucasus
A young woman leans on a rooftop railing in New York City, overwhelmed and exhausted — a quiet moment of burnout in the pursuit of unpaid opportunity
The labor behind the dream
How young professionals are paying the price for “opportunities”
The statues of four South African Nobel Peace Prize laureates, located on Breakwater Boulevard at the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
South Africa: a nation in perpetual conversations
Is another comprehensive national dialogue warranted or vexatious?
A young man overwhelmed with political fatigue and the question of whether to stay or leave
Indonesia’s uncertain path under Prabowo
The new Indonesian administration stirs political controversy, economic anxiety and digital resistance
Image of two deceased children in Gaza, wrapped in shrouds, displayed during protests
Gaza escalation: the collapse of the ceasefire
Israel's airstrikes spark humanitarian crisis and diplomatic strains
Beyond statistics, the human face of poverty reminds us that a world without want is still a dream for many
A world without poverty is not a just world
Questions for the Second World Social Summit
A man appears distressed and overwhelmed by the banking crisis
Government bank bailouts: the moral cost
How politicians’ deals with bankers hurt the public
A city sign in China set against the backdrop of factories and trade hubs, reflecting the nation’s growing technology industry and global economic influence
Jeffrey D. Sachs on Trump, China, and Western hegemony
Why U.S. foreign policy lacks coherence in a multipolar world
Confident and accomplished businesswoman with arms crossed, symbolizing economic participation, women in business, and female entrepreneurship
The economic imperative of gender equality
A path to inclusive growth through women’s empowerment and targeted policy interventions
U.S. and China: competing visions for global leadership
From military to markets: America’s path to global power
Competing with China's Belt and Road Initiative through a new approach to aid and development
A NATO pin badge in front of bullets, representing the military alliance between member countries to promote peace and security
NATO after the fall of the USSR
From deterrence and defence to confrontational warmongering
Outside the National Assembly, the symbol of ‘The Law’ stands over a political arena where the meaning of democracy and popular sovereignty is fiercely contested
Interview with La France Insoumise: where will France go?
A conversation on the deepening political crisis in France and its implications for the left and the alternative.
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