GEOPOLITICS

Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Greenland's Stand: Not Up for Grabs

In the middle of the Arctic, there's a big island called Greenland. It's got lots of valuable minerals. Recently, the leader of the United States, Donald Trump, had some strong words about it. He talked about using the military to take control of Greenland. This is not the first time he has made such comments. It is not the first time this has happened in history. ...

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Eastern Europe in Crisis: How Trump's Aid Freeze is Shaking the Region

Eastern Europe is in turmoil. Why? Because President Trump suddenly stopped U. S. foreign aid for 90 days. This move is causing major problems for countries that rely on this money to keep their democracies strong and their economies stable. Why is this a big deal? These countries have been trying to balance between the East and the West for a long time. Now, w...

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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Ice, Ice Baby: Trump's Greenland Dream

President Trump seems to have set his sights on a surprising new acquisition: the Arctic island of Greenland. Recently, on Air Force One, he shared his belief that the US will soon control the territory. "I think we're going to have it, " Trump said, claiming that Greenland's 57, 000 residents want to join the US. He even suggested that taking over Greenland is about...

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Jan 13 2025POLITICS

The Changing Middle East: China & America Compete

Once a distant energy buyer, China has become a major player in the ever-changing Middle East. This shift isn't just about energy; it's about politics and power. The U. S. , which has long had a strong presence in the region, is now facing a new rival. But is China's influence really a threat, or just a sign that Middle Eastern countries want more options? China's g...

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Jan 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Why Greenland Matters: A Melting Giant's Impact

Greenland, a remote and mostly untouched island, plays a surprisingly big role in our daily weather and climate changes. It's like a giant thermostat for the world, and it's warming up fast. The island is full of valuable resources like rare earth minerals and oil, which makes it interesting to many countries, including the U. S. But the real treasure is its ice. If ...

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Dec 23 2024POLITICS

North Korean Troops Face Heavy Losses in Ukraine

North Korea, known for its massive military under leader Kim Jong-un, has sent over 11, 000 troops to support Russia in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. These soldiers, mostly from the elite "Storm" Corps, are highly trained and indoctrinated. However, they've faced a tough reality on the ground. Drones and unfamiliar territory have caught them off guard, leading t...

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Nov 26 2024ENVIRONMENT

Climate Cash Controversy: COP29's Frustrating Finance Focus

The United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP29, was supposed to be a big deal for climate finance. With nearly 50, 000 people from 200 countries, including a first-time appearance by the Taliban, gathering in Azerbaijan, the goal was clear: to secure vital funds for the fight against climate change. But the outcome was far from perfect. Instead of majo...

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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Ukraine Hits Russia with U. S. Missiles, Escalating Tensions

In a surprising move, Ukraine has used U. S. -made missiles to strike a Russian military facility. This comes after the U. S. gave Ukraine the go-ahead to use these weapons. Russia quickly responded, claiming to have shot down five of the six missiles. The attack happened in the Bryansk region, and there were no reported casualties. Russia's foreign minister, Sergey ...

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Nov 19 2024POLITICS

Russia's Flexible Alliances: A Look at Its Shifting Policies

Russia's foreign policy has always been flexible, shifting alliances as President Vladimir Putin sees fit. Take, for example, Azerbaijan's recent retaking of Nagorno-Karabakh. Despite decades of alliance with Armenia, Russia didn't step in. Similarly, Russia's relations with Israel and Saudi Arabia have seen sudden changes over the years. Putin's decision-making is ...

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Oct 30 2024FINANCE

Is the Era of Low Rates Really Over?

At a recent finance CEO panel in Riyadh, Morgan Stanley's CEO, Ted Pick, declared that the days of zero interest rates and inflation are firmly behind us. Pick was referring to the notion that since the end of the Cold War, global conflicts and ideological clashes had diminished, as famously proposed by Francis Fukuyama in 1992. However, the rise in interest rates an...

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