De Beers: Shaping the Future of Diamonds with Transparency, Innovation, and Responsibility
A Legacy Reimagined for a New Era For more than a century, De Beers has defined the global diamond story. Today, the company is re-examining that legacy through openness and innovation — addressing questions about its past and leading ethical…
Louvre Jewel Heist: Two Suspects Arrested as One Tried to Flee France
Louvre Jewel Heist: Arrests Made as Suspect Nabbed at Airport French authorities have arrested two suspects believed to be connected to the audacious jewel heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris. The arrests came just as one of the men…
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: A Global Voice for Inner Peace and Humanitarian Action
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is widely regarded as one of the most influential spiritual and humanitarian leaders of the modern era. He is best known as the founder of The Art of Living Foundation, through which he has promoted inner…
Internet Suspended in Assam’s Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong Amid Unrest
The Assam government has suspended mobile internet and data services in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong following a serious law and order situation, citing concerns over the spread of rumours and inflammatory content.
H-1B Visa Rule Changes: Why Infosys, TCS and Other IT Stocks Are Under Pressure
Indian IT stocks such as Infosys and TCS are under pressure as markets react to concerns over changes in US H-1B visa rules and their potential impact on costs and staffing.
Deadly Saudi Bus Crash Claims 42 Indian Pilgrims: Understanding the Umrah Ritual
Deadly Mecca–Madinah Highway Crash Claims Lives of 42 Indian Umrah Pilgrims A major tragedy unfolded on the Mecca–Madinah highway early Monday, where at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims were killed after their bus collided with a diesel tanker. The impact…
Trump Rejects Israeli West Bank Annexation Efforts Amid U.S. Peace Strategy
Introduction U.S. President Donald Trump has firmly dismissed recent efforts by some Israeli lawmakers to annex the West Bank, stating unequivocally that Israel is “not going to do anything” with the territory. This declaration comes after Israel’s Knesset approved a…
President Trump Reacts to Deadly Israeli Hospital Strike in Gaza
On Monday, Israeli airstrikes hit the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists and several medical workers. The incident has drawn international condemnation and a direct response from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The…
Trump’s Cabinet Gambit: How History and Power Favor His Picks
Donald Trump’s recent Cabinet choices have left many aghast, but history suggests the former president may be on solid political ground in nominating some of the most controversial and unqualified individuals ever proposed for high office. Understanding why requires revisiting…
Reassessing U.S. Defense Strategy: Preparing for Protracted Conflict with China
As tensions between the United States and China intensify, particularly regarding Taiwan, U.S. defense strategy remains fixated on the prospect of a quick, decisive victory. The prevailing view is that the U.S. must be prepared to thwart a Chinese invasion…
The Best and Worst North American Airports Ranked: A Deep Dive into Traveler Satisfaction
Airports are often the first and last impression of a trip, and travelers have plenty to say about their experiences. The 2024 J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study shines a spotlight on which airports stand out and which fall…
Why Matt Gaetz Might Actually Become Attorney General
Gaetz won’t get confirmed; everybody knows that, former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Thursday, echoing a sentiment shared across Washington after President-elect Donald Trump’s bombshell nomination of Matt Gaetz for attorney general. The announcement drew reactions ranging from disbelief to…
Trump Said He’d Veto a National Abortion Ban: Voters Must Hold Him Accountable
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, a puzzling dichotomy has emerged: many voters who support abortion rights are also backing former President Donald Trump. A recent analysis from Rutgers School of Public Health revealed that in states with abortion ballot…
Nuclear Deterrence and the West’s Growing Engagement in Ukraine Conflict
Chair of the NATO Military Committee, Admiral Rob Bauer, recently underscored the pivotal role Russia’s nuclear arsenal plays in preventing direct military confrontation between the Western powers and Moscow. Speaking at a defence summit in the Czech Republic on November…
Can Trump Be the New Reagan?
Eight years ago, I watched Donald Trump’s first presidential victory unfold during a breakfast gathering with European policymakers at POLITICO’s Brussels office. The reaction that morning was a mix of shock and disbelief. Fast forward to today, and while anxiety…
How ReelShort CEO Joey Jia Disrupted the U.S. Entertainment Industry with a Chinese Trend
When the first episode of The Double Life of My Billionaire Husband unfolds, it feels like a typical daytime TV drama: a female protagonist pleads with her father and evil stepmother for $50,000 to pay for her mother’s kidney dialysis….
Mastering Human-Machine Warfighting Teams: The Key to Future Military Dominance
As warfare evolves, military leaders are increasingly focusing on how to harness the power of human-machine teams to gain a decisive advantage. America’s top commanders agree that mastering the collaboration between human soldiers and increasingly sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) and…
The Master Strategist: Susie Wiles’ Quiet Ascent to Trump’s Inner Circle
On Thursday evening, news broke that Susie Wiles had been appointed as Donald Trump’s White House chief of staff—a move that felt inevitable to those familiar with her trajectory, yet surprising to many who had never heard her name. To…
The Blame Game: Biden vs. Harris in the 2024 Defeat
As the sun rose the morning after Donald Trump’s emphatic return to the White House, the Democratic Party was already in post-mortem mode. Texts and calls flew back and forth, brimming with recriminations and speculation over what had gone wrong….
How Foreign Leaders Should Prepare for a Second Trump Term
As Donald Trump edges closer to a potential return to the White House, foreign leaders—especially those on the center-left—are bracing for the political and diplomatic turbulence his presidency could unleash. Trade wars, erratic exchanges, and a recalibrated global order are…