Prime Minister Liz Truss’ controversial economic policies have thrust the country into a period of financial instability as the value of the pound drops.
Category: Regional Focus
The Cost of Climate Change Exposed in Asia Monsoon Flooding
A climate-change-induced extreme monsoon season ravaged Pakistan and neighboring 98 million acres of farmland, exacerbating global concern for rising hunger and diminishing food reserves.
The Venezuelan Oil Market: The Fall of a Petrostate
Venezuela’s oil market started out strong, yet gradually fell from power as a result of corruption and dictatorship; however, due to recent events, it has a chance to climb out of the hole that it dug itself into.
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.
After Nearly 45 Years of Post-Mao Economic Growth, Chinese Economy Destined to Stagnate
As China revels in years of significant economic growth, issues around domestic innovation and foreign relations suggest stagnation.
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.
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.
Is Ukraine turning the tide of the War?
Ukraine was on the back foot for most of the conflict; however, with the new offensive in August, the tides seem to be turning.
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.
Mutually Assured Disinformation: Should Mass Media on China Form the Basis of Your Politics? (Pandemic Edition)
In recent years, tensions between China and the West, notably the United States, have skyrocketed—and as has animosity to the … More
The Fall of Venezuela: Socialism, Hyperinflation, and Oil
At the turn of the twenty-first century, Venezuela was a prosperous petrostate that boasted sweeping social programs and a growing … More
Should Mass Media Form the Basis of Your Politics?
Ever since the founding of the People’s Republic of China on October 1, 1949, tensions between the West and China, … More
How the War in Afghanistan Ended and What Lies Ahead
On August 30, the U.S. Military withdrew from Afghanistan one day ahead of the planned departure deadline, drawing an end … More
The Future of Political Protest in Russia After Alexei Navalny’s Arrest
Since the turn of the 21st century, Russia has been seen as the primary rival of many democratic countries worldwide. … More
Climate Discourse and Legislation: The Green New Deal and How Native Americans Can Have a Seat at the Table
For decades, in an effort to mitigate the climate crisis on native land and globally, Native Americans have been on … More
The Lasting Legacy of Baby Boomers
Earlier this year marked the inauguration of America’s oldest president, Joe Biden, who at 78 years old emerged victorious in … More
Anti-Refugee Sentiments Rise in Greece Following the Devastating Path of Covid-19
Refugees in protective masks wait for a bus to take them to Port Mytilene. The Covid-19 pandemic, among other issues, … More
Chinese Communism: Domestic Slogans and Sentiments
Chinese citizens in January 2020, wearing face masks in accordance with Chinese Communist Party (CCP) health guidelines. Perhaps a vestige … More
Healthcare Under the Biden Administration
Since his inauguration on January 20, President Biden has signed a slew of healthcare-related executive orders. “Healthcare is a right … More
Protection of the Native American Heritage Hinges on the Environmental Justice Movement
Rep. Deb Haaland (NM-D), nominated for Sec. of Interior, in 2020 (Image from Shutterstock) As Indigenous leaders are becoming increasingly … More
Unrest and Popular Protest in ex-Soviet states (Part II): What Belarus Means for Putin’s Future
Belarusian police guard government building during protest (Getty Images) Since the turn of the 21st century, Russia has been seen … More
Chinese Communism: A Saga of Evolution and History
Beijing’s Tiananmen Square. Standing before a crowd of 300,000 in Tiananmen square, Chinese Communist leader Mao Zedong declared the founding … More
Healthcare in the Age of COVID-19
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) manufacturing. There have been close to 50,000,0000 coronavirus cases in the world. Of those, the U.S. … More
The Root of the Greek Economic Crisis and Why 35 Years Later the Country is Still in Debt With No End in Sight
Workers march in a strike against the Greek government, called by Greek Labor Unions. If you were to ask the … More
The Devastation of Climate Change in Ecocentric Native American Communities
Native Americans march at the People’s Climate March in New York (2014) It is no secret that indigenous groups across … More