Fuel to the flames: uprising in Kazakhstan

Fuel to the flames: uprising in Kazakhstan

What started as a fuel-price skirmish has engulfed the entire country; now Russian-led troops have been summoned to help. How did things escalate so quickly? The spike in global house prices has several pandemic-related causes—but do not expect them to fall much when those factors fade. And our obituaries editor reflects on the life of Britain’s first transgender activist.

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A Ron turn: DeSantis’s disastrous announcement

A Ron turn: DeSantis’s disastrous announcement

After a glitchy announcement on Twitter, the Florida governor’s campaign is off to a shaky start. And despite strong donor backing, he will struggle to secure the Republican party nomination. Airlines...

25 Mai 202324min

Still the one that I want: Greece’s prime minister wins again

Still the one that I want: Greece’s prime minister wins again

Although Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ party fell short of a majority in parliament, meaning there will be a second vote, the incumbent prime minister did much better than expected. Will he be able to continue...

24 Mai 202324min

Narcos and avocados: Mexico’s diversifying drug cartels

Narcos and avocados: Mexico’s diversifying drug cartels

In attempts to amass more wealth, these organisations are dabbling in newer narcotics and even taking on the mining sector. The result is taking a toll on the country’s economy. Can a 100-year-old dis...

23 Mai 202328min

Raise the roof? America’s debt-ceiling debacle

Raise the roof? America’s debt-ceiling debacle

Today, the president will meet with the Republican leader in the house of representatives to try and prevent the country from defaulting. But what if they cannot come to an agreement? Britain is revie...

22 Mai 202327min

The Economist: Kissinger on avoiding world war

The Economist: Kissinger on avoiding world war

Henry Kissinger was one of the most influential and controversial diplomats of the 20th century. He was National Security Advisor and Secretary of State to two American presidents. Now, with China’s g...

20 Mai 202352min

Shining armour: China’s new fleet

Shining armour: China’s new fleet

Over the last couple of decades, the state has been making significant investments into its armed forces in an attempt to challenge America’s dominance. We ask how much further they will go. When the ...

19 Mai 202326min

In from the cold: Assad’s diplomatic redemption

In from the cold: Assad’s diplomatic redemption

Tomorrow, Syria’s president will be welcomed back into the Arab League as regional leaders meet in Jeddah. Is this the dictator’s first step in a journey to restore ties with the rest of the world? Am...

18 Mai 202323min

Better call Kissinger: an interview with the renowned diplomat

Better call Kissinger: an interview with the renowned diplomat

In a conversation that lasted eight hours over two days, the statesman discussed paths to peace in Ukraine, his evolving view on their NATO membership, and where China comes into play. Our crony-capit...

17 Mai 202329min

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