World Politics
World Politics
Earth has become less peaceful, by the numbers
The 18th edition of the Global Peace Index (GPI) from the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP) reveals that the world is at a...
Solving Energy Poverty: Renewable Energy or Coal
Energy poverty refers to the lack of access to modern energy services, which can severely impact quality of life, economic development, and health. Addressing...
Noam Chomsky: A Life of Thought and Activism
Noam Chomsky, a towering figure in the fields of linguistics, cognitive science, philosophy, and political activism, has left his mark on the intellectual landscape...
Shaun Gladwell’s Archibald Prize Portrait of Julian Assange
The 2024 Archibald Prize, Australia’s most prestigious portrait award, has once again ignited conversations and sparked debates with its eclectic mix of subjects and...
UN Secretary-General Calls for Fossil Fuel Advertising Ban
Antonio Guterres calls for a global ban on fossil fuel advertising In a powerful speech in New York, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for...
Remembering the ANZACs at the D-Day Landings
On June 6, 1944, the Allied forces launched the largest seaborne invasion in history, storming the beaches of Normandy in an operation that marked...
Was courtesan Mata Hari really a spy?
Mata Hari, a name synonymous with espionage, intrigue, and allure, is one of the most fascinating and enigmatic figures of the early 20th century....
What is Elon Musk’s “everything app” aka “X”?
What does Elon Musk's "everything app" do? The "everything app," often referred to as "X" or the "website formerly known as Twitter", is envisioned...
Global Regulators Unite to Tackle Online Harms
As online threats like child sexual abuse material, sextortion scams, and deepfakes proliferate, international regulatory bodies are stepping up their efforts to enhance online...
Hancock Prospecting Reported Violations in Ecuador
The Melbourne Rainforest Action Group has released a comprehensive article detailing Hancock Prospecting's controversial activities in Ecuador since 2017. Through its wholly-owned subsidiary Hanrine,...