Samantha Twietmeyer, Queen’s University, Ontario The Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act became law in the United Kingdom on Sept. 18. It is an attempt to resolve the many open investigations into murders committed during the 30-year armed conflict in Northern Ireland known as the Troubles. The new law calls for setting
byLaura Dixon and Alexa van Sicklefor Global Investigative Journalism Network• As the conflict between Israel and Hamas grinds into its second month, outlets around the world are grappling with how best to understand, visualize, and contextualize what is happening on the ground. Our roundup of the best in data journalism published between October
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan addresses a pro-Palestinian crowd in Istanbul. Yasin Akgul/AFP via Getty Images) Ozgur Ozkan, Tufts University Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pulled his ambassador from Israel on Nov. 4, 2023. Less than a month earlier, he was offering diplomatic assistance to calm the situation in the Middle East. That
In this episode, Kai Gibson discusses the United States’ role in international conflicts and diplomacy. The segment begins with the situation in Ukraine, questioning whether the US can sustain its support without overextending its resources. The focus then shifts to Israel, where the US must adapt its long-standing support to match the changing
In the contemporary landscape, where the digital realm intricately interweaves with our quotidian existence more profoundly than ever, comprehending the enigmatic motivations underpinning charitable contributions has assumed paramount importance. Charitable giving, a foundational pillar of our societal fabric, witnesses an array of individuals and entities fervently engaged in acts of philanthropy. Yet, the
by Laura Oliver for Global Investigative Journalism Network• November 2, 2023 In August 2021, the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan two decades after being removed from power. Since the takeover, women have been banned from working most government jobs, ordered to cover their bodies and faces and advised to stay at home, prohibited
Students at UMass Amherst march across campus following a walkout and rally protesting the university’s “ties with war profiteers,” while also calling for “a ceasefire and end of the blockade on Gaza.” Jessica Rinaldi/The Boston Globe via Getty Images David Mednicoff, UMass Amherst College and university campuses across the U.S. have seen polarization
Hussein Abou Saleh, Sciences Po The devastating attack on Israel by Hamas on 7 October has transformed the Middle East, thrusting the Israeli-Palestinian question – considered a diplomatic side-issue for at least a decade – to the centre stage of the region’s geopolitics. Iran’s proxies have come out of these events emboldened, with
In the ongoing battle to confront social disparity and injustice, philanthropic organisations have emerged as potent catalysts for transformation, discreetly weaving a fabric of optimism and advancement across society. The influence of philanthropies in addressing these pressing concerns is immeasurable. Through their unyielding dedication, unwavering resolve, and ceaseless exertions, philanthropic institutions assume a
In an era defined by the rapid advancement of technology, the landscape of politics across the globe has been profoundly transformed. Nowhere is this more evident than in the complex and dynamic continent of Asia. The fusion of politics and technology has given rise to new paradigms in governance, communication, and activism, challenging