Prime Minister Liz Truss’ controversial economic policies have thrust the country into a period of financial instability as the value of the pound drops.
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OPEC Cuts Oil Production: A Threat to War, Economy, and International Relations
The Saudi-led OPEC+ oil production cut poses great threats to relations between Saudi Arabia and the U.S., oil prices, the Ukrainian war, and midterm elections.
Biden Administration Signs CHIPS and Science Act to Increase Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing In Response to Recent Shortages
CHIPS Act Aims to Increase Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing
One-Line Summary: The CHIPS and Science Act dedicates over $52 billion to increase domestic semiconductor manufacturing in response to recent shortages and tensions with China.
Potential Fall of Mandatory Hijab: Iranian Protests Persist Amid Crackdown
Following the death of Mahsa Amini while in custody of the morality police, youth-led protests have erupted in Iran, distinguished in scale and unity.
The Economy is on the Menu for this Year’s Midterm Elections
Amid an unprecedented set of political conditions, the economy makes its way to the forefront of a pack of weaponized issues in the U.S midterms.
Populism On The Rise In Europe Again
Following right-wing political victories in France, Italy, and Sweden, the conditions are perfect for a populist resurgence in Europe.
Mobilized Chaos: Responses to Putin’s Partial Mobilization
Hundreds of thousands of Russians fled after Putin announced mobilization in an attempt to salvage the faltering war against Ukraine.
Tension in Taiwan Strait Rises, Leaving Immigrants Caught in the Middle
Tension increased between China and Taiwan after Nancy Pelosi visited the island, which has created both economic instability and caused concern for Taiwan residents, in particular, recent immigrants.
Increasing Risk of Nuclear War: The Prospect of Armageddon
The risk of nuclear war has been apparent for 60 years, yet President Biden has stated that a “prospect of Armageddon” is present in light of Vladimir Putin’s most recent threats of nuclear attack and has declared strategies for prevention.
Harvard University Pledges $100 Million to Investigate Its Own Connections to Slavery
Harvard University seeks to administer reparations for its past enslavement of over 70 individuals and promotion of eugenics.
Invest According to Your Priorities: ESG Investing
What is ESG investing and why is it important?
Karine Jean-Pierre To Make History As the First Black Woman and Openly LGBTQ
On May 13, Karine Jean-Pierre replaced Jen Psaki as White House press secretary, becoming the first Black woman and openly LGBTQ woman to hold the position.
Implications of the U.S.-Taiwan Conflict on the Global Stage
The Russia-Ukraine conflict poses a direct threat to the sovereignty of Taiwan, as danger from China lurks near.
President Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Needs to Aim Higher
The only way to mitigate the devastating impact of student loans is for President Biden to cancel student loan debt.
The Seesaw Effect: U.S. Economic Growth and Worldwide Economic Recession
While recent geopolitical events and COVID-19 have negatively impacted many economies, the U.S. dollar is on a steady rise.
Rising Tide of Unionization Across America: What, Why, and for How Long
Since its peak in 1970, unionization in America has declined steadily. That is, until the pandemic.
The Latest Casualty of the Russo-Ukrainian War: Global Food Security
The Russo-Ukrainian War adds a definitive blow to the precarious global food production situation already weakened by climate change and COVID-19 supply chain shortages. The UN now estimates that 50 million people will go hungry in 2023.
John Lee: The Final Blow to Hong Kong’s Fragile Democracy
John Lee, a Beijing hardliner who cracked down on political dissidents during the 2019-2020 protests, was elected to become the next Chief Executive of Hong Kong in what many regard as a sham election.
Taliban Enforces Harsh Restrictions Against Women, Effectively Abandoning Initial Attempts To Loosen Segregatory Policies
Recently, the Taliban has been enacting highly-restrictive laws on Afghan women, abandoning the group’s initial promises of loosening restrictions.
Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade Decision Throws Future of Abortion Into Question
The right to abortion, currently upheld by the Roe v. Wade decision, seems poised to be overturned, as evidenced by the recently leaked Supreme Court draft opinion.
Racially Motivated Shooting Streamed Online Leaves Ten Dead in Buffalo Supermarket
While streaming online using Twitch, a gunman in Buffalo, New York, shot ten dead in one of the largest racial massacres in recent history.
Finland and Sweden Set to Join NATO in Response to Russia’s War Against Ukraine
Finland and Sweden agree to submit a joint NATO application in hopes of strengthening security against Russia’s attack on a non-NATO country.
Biden Taps Oil Reserves, Tries to Lower Fuel Prices Post Russian Sanctions
As US Russia-Ukraine war sanctions continue to increase fuel prices for American citizens, Biden taps strategic oil reserves to relieve Americans of their financial stress.
Rigid Ruble: Russian Currency Outperforms Western Expectations, For Now…
American and Western attempts to deplete Russia’s currency reserves and the value of the ruble remain largely unsuccessful, but a recession looms.
Lockdown in Shanghai Due to Zero-COVID Strategy Causes Civil Unrest
Shanghai’s recent surge in COVID-19 cases has induced a full-scale lockdown of its 26 million residents, prompting civil unrest.