In his second term, Trump faces a transformed Europe
Russia’s military aggression and China’s economic leverage are reshaping geopolitics, leaving Europe no choice but to deepen ...
Notes kept by North Korean soldiers in Russia describe suicidal anti-drone tactics, loyalty to Kim Jong Un
The North Korean soldiers fighting for Moscow on the Kursk front lack familiarity with modern warfare. They are making up for their weaknesses with a fanatical will to fight – to the point of suicide.
As China continues to expand its Antarctic presence, progress on a fifth polar research station fuels suspicion
Recent satellite images show that construction is continuing at China's new Qinling research station in Antarctica and indicate that the country is further expanding its activities in the region.
As Lebanon struggles, its diaspora community produces standout global successes
In recent years, Lebanon has teetered perpetually on the brink of economic and political collapse. Abroad, people with ...
Is a new era of crony capitalism dawning in the US?
Tech billionaires, corporations and lobbyists are all seeking close ties to Trump. But crony capitalism and favoritism harm a ...
Irregular migration to Europe falls to lowest level in three years
Border officials documented a decline in irregular migration to Europe last year, primarily due to a decrease in crossings ...
An abrupt end to the American dream: Los Angeles residents confront devastation after fires
As fires continue to rage in Los Angeles County, the first residents are returning to rubble. A visit to Pacific Palisades, ...
Post-Assad, Damascus is coming back to life. But Syria’s artists fear a new clampdown under Islamist rule
With its chic galleries, dimly lit bars and smoky cafés, Damascus’ vibrant cultural scene is flourishing again. But will this ...
At a private university in Switzerland, some students miraculously pass exams
Franklin University Switzerland is one of the few private universities to bring innovation to the Swiss educational landscape ...
WTO Chief Economist Ralph Ossa: «Those who focus on their independence invest in their weaknesses»
As protectionism gains ground, global trade is facing a crisis. According to Ralph Ossa, Chief Economist of the World Trade ...
Investors are betting on an «American exceptionalism» – but the US is less exceptional than it seems
The United States is home to 4% of the world's population, but accounts for a quarter of global economic output. Europe ...