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Understanding the geostrategic situation in Latin America requires abandoning the classic frameworks of interpretation and assuming that we are facing a form of covert and prolonged war
For a geostrategic upgrade
The invisible architecture of power in Latin America and the decline of traditional strategic thinking
Albania’s constitutional court approved a migration deal with Italy
Fortress Europe: the crisis of hospitality and asylum reform
Examining the impact of the 'Safe Third Countries' deal on Europe's migration policies and ethics
Visitors at the arch of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima, Japan
The spinning coin: nuclear memory and social dementia
Eighty years after Hiroshima and Nagasaki, a call for reason, empathy, and global renewal in an age shadowed by war, climate crisis, and moral drift
A pump jack extracting crude oil against the backdrop of a sunset
What US-Russia energy opportunities is Trump eyeing?
The recent favors and concessions to Putin have a purpose: business
A marijuana leaf resting atop a surface reminiscent of a map, representing more countries accepting the benefits of the plant
The global shift towards marijuana legalization
A case for the Philippines
A man climbing a light tower during protests in Paris, France
Human rights activism in the era of capitalism
The flaws and mobilizing for systemic change
Tourists taking a selfie in front of the Shah-Do Shamshira Mosque in Kabul, Afghanistan
Afghanistan and the forgotten wars: a crisis in silence
Decades of war, Taliban rule, and the world’s silent witness
A colourful world that is surrounded by masses not paying attention to it, showing the fractured reality of our world, one with chances for increased instability
The revival of geopolitical blocs
NATO, BRICS, and a fractured world order
Rituals create shared experiences that bring people together and brands can foster a sense of belonging and connection through meaningful traditions
Cultivating loyalty through rituals
Building lasting connections between brands and audiences
A young woman stands on a green grass field under daylight in Kashmir, India
Kashmir and Central Asian relations
A tapestry of trade, power, and passage
A group of people stands atop a hill, proudly holding the flag of China, with Beijing in the background
China’s shift: from BRI to GDI
China’s evolving foreign policy and sustainable multilateralism
A powerful visual metaphor for modern propaganda: disinformation as the new bullet, weaponized through media, politics, and digital influence
The political use of disinformation
How lies became the new weapon of power
Deccan Development Society (India) farmers - climate transition needs to support agroecological alternatives like these @ Ashish Kothari
The world’s highest court plugs for climate action
But will the world’s powerful elite heed it?
A man in a gray long-sleeved shirt rests his head on the table, crying at work
LinkedIn’s shift toward drama over expertise
How the platform’s algorithm is amplifying emotional storytelling—and what that means for the future of professional content
Humanity gazing up at planet Earth, emphasizing our shared planetary home and the need to unite as one global community to address our common challenges
Without answers, we must nevertheless struggle for the light
A path to peace and freedom through common humanity
A planet divided: one half teeming with life, the other scorched by imbalance—echoing the urgent call to restore harmony
Koyaanisqatsi: life out of balance
Without heart, love, and respect, the world collapses
Protesters holding signs that read 'Police Brutality' stand defiantly in front of a line of police officers
The silent erosion of freedom
A journalist's reckoning with police brutality and authoritarianism in Germany
The painting depicts an idealized battle near the Temple of Zeus and the Acropolis of Athens. The Greek leader (left to center) resembles Georgios Karaiskakis. During the 1825-1828 invasion, the Ottoman army, with troops from Asia, Africa, and Europe, is symbolized by a camel among the retreating forces. Original title: Kampfszene
Broken dreams: Philhellenes in the Greek War of Independence
A harsh lesson in revolution and the limits of romantic idealism
A powerful eruption at Mount Sinabung, Indonesia, with a massive ash cloud rising into the sky during the day
A stark reminder of extreme weather's global impact
The Climate Risk Index 2025 reveals where extreme weather is hitting hardest and why we must act now
A powerful portrait of Donald Trump set against the American flag and Capitol dome, symbolizing the turbulent intersection of leadership, national identity, and executive power in modern America
Trying to understand what is happening in the US
Trump, the deep state, and the battle for America’s soul
Coworkers using AI tools working smarter and reaching more customers to build a strong brand
Marketing trends with AI automation
How AI is reshaping marketing strategies for entrepreneurs and small businesses
Wildfires intensified by global warming, reflecting the scale of the climate crisis
Neglecting climate investments
Invest now or pay later as climate inaction risks massive losses and irreversible damage
A person in a suit stands near the stairs, Auckland, New Zealand
Building emotional resilience: the key to startup success
How founders can navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship by recognizing, regulating, and leveraging emotions
A surreal palace of wealth rises from illusion — built not on production, but on speculation, debt, and systemic extraction
The basic economic cycle in the hands of rentiers
How finance hijacked the economy and why economics no longer serves the public good
A woman enjoying quality time with her Greyhound dog, playing and having fun by the beach
Consistency: my dog, marketing, and life’s secret formula
Master consistency in business for long-term success, just like your dog's daily routine
A haunting, painterly depiction of civilians caught in the chaos of war
War, revolution, and the future of hope
The decline of reform, democracy, and international law signals a world on the brink of upheaval
President Ronald Reagan and Vice-President Bush Meet with Soviet General Secretary Gorbachev on Governor's Island New York, USA, 1988
The new Cold War and Cold War liberalism
On the necessity of Cold War liberalism, irrespective of the appropriateness of the term 'new Cold War'
A stunning view of Paris from a window, showcasing the city's iconic landmarks
Is it Airbnb’s fault that Paris hotels are expensive?
Airbnb is coming under fire for trouble in the French hotel industry
A man sitting on a bean bag on the beach, working on his laptop in Lombok
Résumé or runaway? spoiler: we’re choosing both
How the pandemic redefined our priorities
A 4-year-old Palestinian girl, lost her life due to malnutrition and lack of treatment due to the war on Gaza
Gaza and the silence of the world: a cry against genocide
Two years after October 7, escalating violence exposes global hypocrisy and the erasure of a people
Gen. Kōji Yamazaki, chief of staff, Joint Staff of the Japan Self-Defense Forces and others view the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Oct. 19, 2022
The redefinition of the Japanese foreign policy
Navigating an ever changing world order
A man painted in blue graffiti, symbolizing censorship, silence, and the emotional toll of cancel culture and social oppression
Online speech platforms are splintering
How should we make sense of the current crop of ‘free speech platforms’?
President of the Republic, Gabriel Boric Font, takes part in the official BRICS photograph alongside Member States, Partners, and Guests in Brazil
BRICS could tilt global geopolitical balance
Global South strengthens as emerging economies join the club
A group of young Australians in business like environment rejecting a system that demands more but gives less
Why young Australians are leaving the race behind
Faced with rising costs, stagnant wages and broken promises, a generation is rejecting outdated ideals of success in favor of balance
The ruins of a once-majestic capital reflect the fever dream of collapse explored in the article — a visual echo of America on the brink, where myth, denial, and decay converge
The coming collapse: Trump's fever dreams
Trump’s second-term fever dreams may bring an American reckoning that no democracy can survive
A crumpled Earth represents the pressing environmental challenges, such as climate change and natural disasters
The IPCC: Can it regain its credibility?
A critical examination of climate science risk assessments and the growing challenge from global actuaries
President Cyril Ramaphosa and First Lady Dr Tshepo Motsepe at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, South Africa, the site of the 2024 Presidential Inauguration where the President-elect was sworn in by Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, on the 19th of June, 2024
GNU returns: South Africa's 2024 coalition government
How South Africa’s recent elections reinstated the Government of National Unity
Vladimir Putin met with President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Sochi to discuss bilateral relations and current issues on the international agenda, 2017
Geopolitical tensions in the South Caucasus
Russia and Turkey’s evolving rivalry and cooperation in the region’s future stability
A soldier using a virtual tablet hologram represents the integration of advanced technology in military operations, highlighting the importance of military spending, global security, and economic power in shaping defense budgets
Do we count military power right?
The limitations of economic indicators in global security assessments
People riding boats on the water at night, with the vibrant city lights of Kolkata, the City of Joy, reflecting on the surface in West Bengal, India
Economic planning and urban development in West Bengal
The impact of communist and capitalist policies on the State's urban landscape and socio-economic growth
2012 Students' Ocuppy Nigeria subsidy removal protest
Nigeria protests: inflation and subsidy removal crisis
Massive protests sweep Nigeria as inflation soars and currency devalues, triggering economic crisis and corporate exodus
A vast open pit mining operation carved into the heart of a forest, symbolizing the destructive impact of green colonialism and the exploitation of resources in the Global South
Green transition: sustainable for whom?
Unmasking green colonialism: a story that speaks for many
From secret memos to shattered marriages—how the CIA’s Cold War playbook extended into private lives
The CIA’s arranged marriage
A shocking revelation from the JFK files
Without social justice, peace is only a precarious silence
Peace and social justice require a just transition
Not one of these three elements is possible without the others
Visit of Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron to China
Macron’s misstep: Europe’s risk of autonomy from the U.S.
Europe cannot treat China the same way as America, but it still wants to build soft power
Homelessness and poverty manifesting in men begging on the streets of the UK, highlighting the urgent social issue of unemployment and its impact on lives
Financial inequality in the UK equality act
Impact of child poverty and the case for including financial status as a protected characteristic in UK legislation
When anonymity becomes a virtue: the quiet power of staying out of politics
The virtue of political indifference
How a separation between business and political classes might contribute to economic growth and societal calm in Latin America
Libyan leader coronel Muammar Gaddafi
How NATO crushed Africa’s path to freedom
How the Libyan leader’s anti-neocolonial efforts sought to unify a continent free from Western dominance
A detailed diplomacy map showing international connections and geopolitical alliances across the globe
The role of modern diplomacy
From traditional statecraft to modern global collaboration
Human figures that seem to be interconnected across the globe
Dispute resolution in international development projects
Enhancing collaboration, governance, and conflict management for sustainable development
As the storm of global power shifts rages on, old strategies collapse and new players emerge—each move shaping the uncertain future of world order
Requiem for multilateralism
The end of an era and the rise of new global orders
A stunning snowy mountain view from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India, with pristine white peaks rising majestically against a clear blue sky, creating a serene and magical atmosphere
The transformation of small-town India
Development and preservation in the post-pandemic era
A man browses online stock investments at night, actively engaging in trading strategies for potential gains
Mastering options trading: strategies, risks, and rewards
A comprehensive guide to navigating the complex world of options for profit
A marble statue of Socrates contemplates the burning Earth, symbolizing the philosophical reflection needed in the face of global crisis and the ongoing challenges to humanity's future
Bringing sunshine to public health through Socratic learning
Damage control for self-serving interests, deals, favoritism, and privilege in a world at wit’s end
La Fura dels Baus in the Supreme Court Gardens, Perth - opening Perth International Arts Festival 2010
Cultural diplomacy in a fractured world
Building peace through dialogue, art, and shared values
Vladimir Putin & Donald Trump at APEC Summit in Da Nang, Vietnam, 10 November 2017
Trump’s Russia gamble and its global impact
Risks for Europe, global authoritarianism, and the West's future
A doctor with a stethoscope advocating for healthcare reform and equity in healthcare
Politics to counter commercial determinants of health
The impact of neoliberalism, health inequities, and the role of human rights in public health
A digital map interface overlaid on a Chinese flag backdrop symbolizing Beijing’s strategic global outreach
China’s new silk road to the middle east
How western retreats and strategic engagement are redrawing regional influence
Presidential inauguration ceremony and transfer of power, at the National Congress, on December 10, 2023 in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Javier Milei's first year in the office
Loose the leash, lose the ballast
The desks inside of the parliament building symbolize the heart of democracy, where crucial decisions are made to shape the future of society
The power of trust: building resilient societies
The role of trust in sustaining democracy, enhancing well-being, and bridging societal divides
People gathered at a Freedom for Ocalan rally in Germany
Gandhi visits Öcalan again
A dialogue on peace, non-violence, and self-governance
A woman holds an empty wallet, reflecting the financial challenges that lead to the lipstick effect
The lipstick effect: small luxuries in tough times
Emotional comfort and consumer behavior during economic challenges
Ram Niwas Mirdha, Reinhart Ruge, Balram Jakhar, Zail Singh, and Sat Paul Mittal seen at the Second Provisional World Parliament Conference held in New Delhi on March 17, 1985
The upcoming Provisional World Parliament
A new beginning for humanity?
A panoramic scene of Berlin, Germany, reveals the vibrant city at night from a high viewpoint, showcasing the illuminated architecture of Mitte and the serene flow of the Spree River
Berlin's shift: from "poor but sexy" to exclusive
How rising costs and real estate trends are reshaping the soul of Germany's capital
Amid the dusty streets and makeshift homes of this African township, everyday life unfolds under the weight of inequality, revealing the enduring legacy of systemic neglect, poor governance, and the erosion of community-centred leadership
The dissociation of African identity in government systems
How corruption and Western influence shape African governance and development
A fragile balance: global powers weigh their influence in an increasingly unstable world
Towards a new Yalta: seeking peace in the 21st century
“It's geopolitics, stupid.”
Citizens gather beneath an American waving flag, an emblem of unity and freedom
The tyrants we choose
How humanity’s primal instincts still shape our politics in an age of technological advancement
Individuals seemingly engrossed in their smartphones, representing pervasive connectivity and a culture of individuation in the evolving network society
The collaborative network alternative
Navigating megatrends and systemic challenges
A young girl wears a protective mask as she stands before a backdrop of industrial pollution—symbolizing the next generation bearing the burden of today's climate inaction
Trump's debt to the world
The president talks Europe into paying more for defense. Shouldn't he pay more for climate change?
The corporate management strategy incorporates the branding concept as a solution
Top 10 affiliate marketing programs for 2025
Boost your income with these profitable partnerships
A warzone in Ukraine, featuring a military track with soldiers inside, shrouded in dramatic smoky light and sparkles of glare from the transport, reflecting the intensity of the battlefield
Governing the present and the future in times of polycrisis
Assessing the appropriateness of the reason of state in complex times
Sunset on the Province of Vibo Valentia, Italy
Italy's beach concessions: the need for urgent reform
How the EU Bolkestein directive could transform Italy’s beach concessions and boost state revenue
A robot's hands gently holding a smartphone, showcasing intricate details of its metallic structure and the phone's screen
Artificial Intelligence and societal decline
Is the technological development we’ve been yearning for actually a detriment to society?
Protesters rally in London during the 'Put It to the People' march, demanding a final public vote on Brexit or the revocation of Article 50, UK
Keir Starmer should not be afraid of cutting taxes
Starmer may find Liz Truss’s legacy of failed tax cuts off-putting. But that is a wasted opportunity
A young Nigerian woman symbolizes a generation full of talent yet held back by a system that refuses to change
Nigeria’s crisis: a system failing its talent
How outdated policies, poor infrastructure and gate keeping are crushing the country’s brightest mind
People gathered at a No Kings protest in Dallas, United States, on June 14, 2025
The No Kings movement
Resisting Trump's embrace of war and chaos
A statue of Confucius stands calmly between traditional Chinese architecture and a modern skyline, symbolizing the enduring influence of ancient wisdom in shaping the future of a changing global order
The BRICS+ and Confucius
Confucian thought, China’s rise in the BRICS, and the quest for a more just multipolar world
The persistent issue of air pollution in New Delhi, India, continues to pose significant challenges, affecting the health and quality of life for millions of residents while also raising concerns about environmental sustainability and public health policies
Why are the super-rich leaving India?
Over 1.8 million Indians have renounced their citizenships since 2011
A woman writing on a whiteboard during a university lecture
A lifelong student in the educator’s shoes
The paradox of teaching and the endless pursuit of knowledge
Two people with opposing personalities—an introvert and an extrovert—working together in an office, showcasing the power of collaboration and social interaction
Power of opposites: achieving great results together
Embracing personality differences for stronger collaboration
Adivasi (Indigenous) people in India already practice LiFE, but continue to be displaced by its 'development' projects @ Ashish Kothari
LiFE and death: Indian government’s climate doublespeak
How India’s climate campaign masks environmental destruction, corporate power, and policy contradictions
A group of university students posing for a graduation photo
The evolving role of U.S. aid in Egypt’s development
A double-edged sword in economic and educational partnerships
A person with immense wealth, such as a billionaire, can wield significant influence over political systems and policies
Billionaires’ surge and the erosion of democracy
As the wealth of the super-rich grows, inequality deepens, fueling political instability
The 18th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement has begun in Baku, Azerbaijan, 2019
BRICS and the rise of a multipolar world
How the Global South is reshaping the world order through BRICS and beyond
President of Russia Vladimir Putin has arrived in Pyongyang on a friendly state visit at the invitation of General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea Kim Jong-un, 2024
North Korea’s Russian advantage: the KPA’s transformation
Pyongyang’s military capabilities will improve significantly with Russian help in three key areas
Cars are lined up at a gas station in Nigeria, waiting for petrol amid ongoing fuel scarcity
Nigeria's fuel crisis: scarcity and rising costs
How the decline in fuel availability and prices impact Nigerians amidst inflation and dependency on imports
The future of Africa rests in the hands of its youth, who are called to unify and reclaim the continent from colonial and imperialistic powers
Reclaim Africa: a call to African youth
Unifying for decolonization and rebirth
Shadowed figures of business people in a sleek, modern office setting
Melonomics: restoring humanity in the workplace
Internal politics stifle innovation, while common-sense leadership drives growth
Women and girls in Shadadkot, north-west Sindh, Pakistan
Women in Pakistan's informal economy
How Pakistan's informal sector impacts women's economic empowerment and the need for policy reforms
Demonstration opposing the practices of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund in Washington, D.C.
Trump, the IMF, and the invisible hand
It's not about "anti-globalisation," but rather "alter-globalisation"
Euros and coins scattered on a computer, highlighting the transition to a digital euro
The digital Euro: impact and controversy in the EU
How central bank digital currencies could transform financial systems and consumer privacy in Europe
An abandoned shopping cart as a symbol for lost customers, reflecting the impact of neglecting consumer needs and expectations
The cost of losing a customer
Why retention matters
An elderly man's hands gripping a walking stick for support
Seniors in contemporary societies
How aging populations are reshaping economies—and why countries must act now
A detailed close-up of a 2024 pure silver coin featuring President Donald J. Trump, placed on a simple textured background
Mr. Cool or master of smoke and mirrors
Donald Trump’s appeal to gen Z
Worn helmet and boots laid aside before a world map, evoking the close of distant campaigns and the U.S.’s inward turn after decades of overextended reach
Tokugawa Amerika
From global power to pathological pacifism: the unraveling of American imperialism
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