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Translating Scientific Evidence into Effective Policies for Health and Technology – WHR
World Happiness Report 2026. Chapter 4: Translating Scientific Evidence into Effective Policies for Health and Technology Requires Care This chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026, authored by Sophie Lloyd-Hurwitz…
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Social Media, Wasting Time, and Product Traps – WHR
World Happiness Report 2026. Chapter 6: Social Media, Wasting Time, and Product Traps In this chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026, Cass R. Sunstein examines how social media platforms…
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How Can Venezuela’s Opposition Regain Momentum?
Relevance as the Central Objective First, regaining relevance becomes the opposition’s primary goal after Nicolás Maduro’s capture and Delcy Rodríguez’s consolidation of power with eternal support. Risk of Political Marginalization …
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Mexico Still Has a China Problem
Geoeconomic Context Fist, intensifying U.S. – China rivalry is reshaping trade, technology, and security rules across Latin America. Meanwhile, Mexico holds a pivotal role as a top U.S. trade partner…
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How Iran Sees the War
Strategic Mindset First, Iran interprets war not as a last resort, but as a political instrument embedded in long-term competition with stronger adversaries. Moreover, leaders prioritize shaping perceptions of risk…
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Sustainable Racing. Balancing Productivity and Conservation: Advancing Low-Carbon Livestock Systems in Brazil and Latin America
Global Challenge and Brazilian Context Agriculture sustainability emerges as a defining global challenge, as food demands rises while environmental impacts must decline sharply. Meanwhile, Brazil’s livestock sector expands rapidly, becoming…
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Trump, Xi, and the Case for Strategic Calm
Introduction First, U.S. – China relations have shifted from confrontation toward a more restrained phase, where both sides test limits while avoiding escalation. From Escalation to Recalibration Initially, tariff wars…
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Putin’s gamble in Cuba
Strategic Context First, Russia seeks to expand its global influence while avoiding direct confrontation with the United States; therefore, Cuba becomes a low-cost geopolitical signal close to US territory. Meanwhile,…
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AI Investment and Middle East conflict shape outlook for global trade
Contrasting Forces Shaping Trade Firstly, the 2026 outlook is driven by opposing dynamics, combining strong momentum from artificial intelligence investment with disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions. Impact of AI-Driven Expansion…
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The World After Trump
A New World Disorder First, global order enters a turbulent phase as U.S. leadership shifts direction. Consequently, alliances weaken, trade becomes zero-sum, and strategic uncertainty expands across regions. Competing Futures…
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International Evidence on Happiness and Social Media – WHR
World Happiness Report. Chapter 2: International Evidence on Happiness and Social Media This chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026 analyzes international evidence on the relationship between happiness and social…
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Takaichi takes on Trump
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is navigating a complex relationship with Donald Trump’s second administration. Although both leaders share nationalist tendencies, their interaction is shaped more by pressure than alignment.…
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Tinubu’s UK state visit: diplomacy alone won’t fix Nigeria’s problems
President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom highlights Nigeria’s growing international visibility, but it also raises a deeper question: whether high-profile diplomacy is actually improving conditions at home.…
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Should the Gulf Arab states join the war against Iran?
Gulf Arab states are being pushed into a difficult position as tensions with Iran escalate, but joining a war is not in their best interest. Most of these countries prefer…
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Social Media Is Harming Adolescents – WHR
World Happiness Report. Chapter 3: Social Media Is Harming Adolescents at a Scale Large Enough to Cause Changes at the Population Level This chapter of the World Happiness Report 2026,…
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To secure critical minerals supply governments need to take a stake in industry
Securing access to critical minerals has become a central geopolitical priority, especially as demand grows for technologies tied to energy transition, defense, and digital industries. Relying solely on global markets…
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The Iran war should boost security cooperation by US Pacific allies like Japan, the Philippines and South Korea
The war with Iran is not just reshaping the Middle East, but also exposing the limits of the U.S.-led security order. For allies like Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines,…
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U.S. Counterterrorism Chief Resigns
Sudden Resignation First, a senior U.S. counterterrorism official resigned amid the ongoing war in Iran, signaling internal disagreement within the administration. Break With Government Policy Then, Joe Kent stepped down…
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Israel Targets Iranian Leaders
Escalation of Targeted Killings Firstly, Israel intensified its campaign by striking senior Iranian leaders, aiming to weaken the country’s political and military command structure. High – Profile Casualities Moreover, Israeli…
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Why Are the Afghan Taliban and Pakistan in an “Open War”?
Historical Roots of Tension Initially, relations were shaped by cooperation, as Pakistan supported the Afghan Taliban during decades of conflict to secure influence in Afghanistan. Emergence of a Key Militant…
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Japan’s Energy Picture Fifteen Years Post – Fukushima
Introduction Fifteen years after Fukushima, Japan is gradually reshaping its energy strategy while balancing security, sustainability, and public trust concerns. Post-Disaster Shift Initially, Japan shut down nearly all nuclear reactors…
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Metro Monitor 2026: The relationship between immigration and regional economic performance over the past decade
Immigration as a Driver of Growth Firstly, immigration has significantly fueled economic growth across U.S. metropolitan areas over the past decade, strengthening labor markets and expanding regional economies. Employment and…
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Late-breaking shocks and shifting goalpost: Takaichi’s highwire Washington visit
Strategic Context Initially, the Washington visit occurs amid rising geopolitical turbulence, especially the U.S. – led war involving Iran, which reshapes diplomatic priorities and compresses Japan’s strategic options. Shifting Priorities…
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Analyzing the passage of state-level A bills
Emergence of State-Level AI Legislation Initially, artificial intelligence debates expanded across all government levels, yet states became central actors in shaping regulatory responses to emerging technological risks. Scope and Dataset…
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Why the Iranian Regime Did Not Collapse After Khamenei’s Assassination
The Myth of the “Decapitation Strike” On March 17, 2026, Al Jazeera published a critical analysis explaining why the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on February 28 did not…
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The Riyadh Ultimatum: Saudi Arabia’s Warning to Tehran
The Erosion of Regional Neutrality and the Risk of Total War In March 2026, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan issued a stern warning that the Kingdom’s patience regarding…
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Europe’s Rejection of the Trump Doctrine
The Erosion of Transatlantic Security Cooperation In March 2026, the European Union’s leadership issued a collective refusal to join the U.S.-led “Operation Epic Fury” against Iran, marking the most significant…
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The Carney Dilemma: Energy Security vs. Decarbonization in a War Economy
The Fragmentation of Canada’s Environmental Ambitions In March 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s flagship climate strategy faced a severe internal challenge as Canadian energy giants demanded a massive expansion of…
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Global Debt Report 2026. Sustaining Debt Market Resilience Under Growing Pressure
Global Debt Landscape Under Pressure Overall, global debt markets face mounting pressure from geopolitical tensions, trade conflicts, and macroeconomic uncertainty, despite showing resilience and stability in recent years. Surface Stability,…
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Financial Protection Against Catastrophic Risks
Exposure to Catastrophic Risks Initially, individuals, households, and businesses face diverse environmental, technological, and economic risks that can generate severe financial losses when materialized. Role of Insurance in Financial Protection …