May 2025

History as a Strategic Weapon: Why Peace with Russia Demands a Deeper Lens

As Russia reportedly mobilises an additional 160,000 troops for its war in Ukraine, global attention is once again drawn to peace negotiations. Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed eagerness to broker

May 31, 2025

Europe·Opinion

Scandal and Strategy: Poland’s Presidential Race Reaches Boiling Point

As Poland hurtles toward one of the most contentious presidential elections in its post-Communist history, the frontrunner from the right-wing nationalist camp is finding strength not despite the swirling scandals around him

May 30, 2025

Opinion

US May Begin Revoking Visas of Chinese Students

In a sharp escalation of tensions between Washington and Beijing, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced Wednesday that the United States will begin “aggressively” revoking visas for Chinese students—particularly those with perceived

May 29, 2025

Americas·Opinion

Hunger Over Fear: Gazans Storm Aid Site Amid Blockade Desperation

In scenes marked by desperation and despair, thousands of Palestinians surged toward an aid distribution site in southern Gaza on Tuesday, hoping to secure food boxes after nearly three months of near-total

May 28, 2025

News

Social Modernisation: The Key to Prosperity in the Muslim World

This research article contrasts the divergent trajectories of Muslim-majority nations, highlighting the success of Gulf states like the UAE and Saudi Arabia in embracing modernization, economic diversification, and inclusive social policies. In

May 27, 2025

Asia·Middle East·Opinion

Germany’s €10 Billion Power Plan Sparks EU Subsidy Showdown

Germany’s ambitious plan to shield its power-hungry industries from soaring electricity costs is sending shockwaves through the European Union, igniting a high-stakes debate over fairness, legality, and the future of the bloc’s

May 26, 2025

Europe·Planet

Not Just Speke and Stanley: The Real People Who Discovered the World

When John Hanning Speke staggered through the sweltering jungle heat of East Africa in July 1858, he was a broken man—ravaged by fever, half-blind, and disheartened. For 18 months, he had searched

May 25, 2025

Culture

Farmers’ Revolt in France: When the Fields Turn Against the Republic

In rural France, the Coordination Rurale farming union—known for its yellow hats and militant tactics—is rising fast, challenging the establishment FNSEA and aligning increasingly with the far-right National Rally. Fueled by anger

May 24, 2025

Europe·Opinion

Harvard’s 72-Hour Countdown: 6 Conditions to Keep Its International Students

Harvard University is facing an unprecedented ultimatum from the US federal government: it has 72 hours to meet six stringent conditions or lose its right to enroll foreign students for the 2025–2026

May 23, 2025

Explainer

Cartel Violence Shuts Down Mexican Wildlife Sanctuary

A wildlife sanctuary in northern Mexico has relocated more than 700 animals to a safer location, following a dramatic surge in organized crime and violence in the region. The Ostok Sanctuary, located

May 23, 2025

Americas·Planet

History as a Strategic Weapon: Why Peace with Russia Demands a Deeper Lens

Scandal and Strategy: Poland’s Presidential Race Reaches Boiling Point

US May Begin Revoking Visas of Chinese Students

Hunger Over Fear: Gazans Storm Aid Site Amid Blockade Desperation

Social Modernisation: The Key to Prosperity in the Muslim World

Germany’s €10 Billion Power Plan Sparks EU Subsidy Showdown

Not Just Speke and Stanley: The Real People Who Discovered the World

Farmers’ Revolt in France: When the Fields Turn Against the Republic

Harvard’s 72-Hour Countdown: 6 Conditions to Keep Its International Students

Cartel Violence Shuts Down Mexican Wildlife Sanctuary

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