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On This Day in History June 1: From Genghis Khan and Scotch whisky to Marilyn Monroe, Superman's debut, The Beatles and other major eventsJune 1 marks significant historical moments. From Genghis Khan's capture of Peking in 1215 to the birth of Marilyn Monroe and the launch of...
Greenland's independence champion despised Denmark. Trump changed his mindAs Greenland grapples with its quest for independence, a wave of rethinking has emerged. The persistent calls from US President Donald Trum...
Quote of the day by Thomas Paine: 'To argue with a man who has renounced the use and authority of reason, and whose philosophy consists in...' - why some arguments are impossible to win and what it reveals about human behavior by author of Common SenseQuote of the day by Thomas Paine: Thomas Paine's quote highlights the futility of arguing with those who reject reason and empathy. He like...
War weighs on global growth with price worries intensifyingGlobal economic momentum is slowing. Businesses face rising inflation pressures due to an energy crunch. Manufacturing and services sectors...
Barney Frank dies at 86: Who was the liberal firebrand behind Dodd-Frank, Wall Street reform, and America’s LGBTQ political revolution?Who was Barney Frank? The death of Barney Frank marks the end of one of the most consequential and controversial political careers in moder...
How a broke, outgunned nation turned cheap drones into the most feared weapon on EarthDrone warfare: Russia-Ukraine war has reached extreme intensity with nearly 10,000 drones used daily across frontlines. This rapid drone wa...
World imbalances trouble G-7 in wake of Trump’s China encounterGlobal finance ministers convene in Paris to address lopsided world growth, focusing on structural misalignments after the US-China trade s...
Quote of the day by Simone Weil: 'Petroleum is a more likely cause of international conflict than...' – French philosopher and mystic's warning on global conflict, power, energy politics and how oil drives war and the economyQuote of the day by Simone Weil: Simone Weil's observation that petroleum is a more likely cause of international conflict than wheat highl...
Quote of the Day by Emil Cioran: 'The fact that life has no meaning is a reason…'—Romanian philosopher's haunting reflection on meaning, despair and survival still resonates todayQuote of the Day: Emil Cioran, a provocative 20th-century philosopher, explored despair and the meaninglessness of life with startling hone...
India’s fuel resilience amid global oil turmoilThe article describes India’s economy as “resilient” amid the West Asia crisis, highlighting the country’s ability to maintain stable fuel ...
Trump administration sows confusion as it tries to reopen Strait of HormuzThe Trump administration's approach to the Iran war has been marked by conflicting statements. Initially, a ceasefire was declared, followe...
Fossil fuels no longer offer security. Clean energy canWhile historical energy crises spurred renewable adoption, current economic conditions like inflation and high interest rates pose investme...
Why stock market rose today? Sensex rises over 600 points, Nifty ends above 24,150. 3 key factors behind the rallyIndian stock markets surged on Wednesday, with Sensex and Nifty 50 gaining significantly. This optimism was fueled by reports of Iran submi...
In a first, Israel deploys Iron Dome to UAE to counter Iran missile and drone attacksIsrael has deployed its Iron Dome air defense system in the United Arab Emirates for the first time outside of Israel, in response to repea...
EU to test collective defense rules as US security role faces doubtsThe European Union is increasing tests on its mutual defense pact. This comes as concerns grow about US security commitments to Europe. EU ...
Four candidates for UN secretary-general audition this week. That's far fewer than in 2016Four candidates are vying to become the next United Nations Secretary-General. This selection process unfolds in a world marked by deep div...
Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf ports for US blockadeThe United States military will blockade ships leaving Iran's ports starting Monday. Iran has threatened retaliation against Gulf neighbors...
Donald Trump's anger with Europe has a definite upsideThe Iran crisis is reshaping America's ties with European allies, leading to a significant shift in the transatlantic relationship. Europea...
Fears of new political crisis grip FranceFrance is facing a potential political crisis as Prime Minister Francois Bayrou's government faces a confidence vote amid opposition to his...
Prime Minister Michel Barnier to resign as France's political crisis deepensFrench Prime Minister Michel Barnier will resign after losing a no-confidence vote, marking the shortest premiership in modern French histo...