by Walter Kemp. Originally published on Policy Options Canada has lost its way in international relations. Its past two attempts to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council failed. The country that invented peacekeeping currently deploys fewer than 60 blue helmets. Critics say Canada is not pulling its weight in
President Joe Biden and family after he was sworn in at the U.S. Capitol, January 20, 2021. AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster Peter Kastor, Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis Hunter Biden, the surviving son of President Joe Biden, was indicted on Sept. 14, 2023, on gun-related charges – facing a possible
Justin Hastings, University of Sydney North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has reportedly offered his “full and unconditional support” to Russian President Vladimir Putin during his visit to eastern Russia this week. Analysts speculate this could mean ammunition for Russia’s war in Ukraine, given North Korea is believed to have large quantities of ammunition
Gavin E L Hall, University of Strathclyde The recapture, by Ukrainian forces, of the oil and gas platforms off the coast of Crimea known as the “Boyko towers” has both strategic and symbolic significance. Their position, between the westerly-most point of Crimea and Snake Island, in waters close to Ukraine’s border with Romania,
As the Thai school lunch program (Thai SLP) is crucial for Thai children’s health, there should be another way to improve the quality of school lunches. This study aimed to address problems arising from the Thai SLP operation, prioritize problems, and devise strategies to help resolve those issues under the SLP. Method: School
Revealing the Timeless Enchantment of the Cotswolds: An Expedition Through Serene Countryside, Enchanting Hamlets, and Undulating Terrain Immerse yourself in the picturesque allure of the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, where eco-friendly cycling, hiking, and farm-to-table initiatives await your exploration. The Cotswolds, an enchanting region nestled in the heart of Gloucestershire, England, entices travelers with its
Title: Killing Thatcher: The IRA, the Manhunt and the Long War on the Crown Author: Rory Carroll (Author), Gary Trainor (Narrator), HarperCollins (Publisher) In “Killing Thatcher,” seasoned journalist Rory Carroll delivers a gripping and meticulously researched account of one of the most audacious assassination attempts in British history. This spellbinding book takes readers
In the expansive tapestry of human chronicles, the onset of this present era represents an epoch unlike any other. As humanity treads forth into this nascent chapter, the tales we craft, and the stories we share, seem overwhelmingly overshadowed by the omnipresent and ominous spectre of climatic metamorphosis. Dialogues, debates, and discourses continually
In the dazzling, multifaceted tapestry of the world’s pecuniary provisions, we observe that metamorphosis and evolution remain enduring hallmarks. The financial realm, which has always been a bastion of stability and tradition, has witnessed tidal waves of change, especially over the last two decades. This period has indelibly marked a pivot from the
Lenore Manderson, University of the Witwatersrand The winds that whip the towns of the Eastern Cape in South Africa have the power to generate energy. But on a dry, hot day, those winds can gather up embers and dump them into tinder dry savannah and forest, destroying crops, fodder and homes, and taking