Ph. A picture of the secretary-general of Hezbollah Hassan Nasrallah is seen among the rubble following an Israeli air strike. Str-/picture alliance via Getty Images Mireille Rebeiz, Dickinson College Israel has killed the leader of the militant group Hezbollah in a airstrike in Beirut, marking a further escalation of hostilities in the region.
Richard Youngs, University of Warwick A new team of 26 leaders has been appointed to the European Commission, reflecting a carefully crafted balance of political ideologies and member states. Each will take on a different portfolio, from democracy to agriculture to innovation. And for the first time, the EU will have a dedicated
The healthcare systems in many Asian countries have been lauded for their innovative approaches and successful management of complex health challenges. From leveraging cutting-edge technology to implementing community-focused healthcare models, Asian healthcare systems offer a wealth of lessons for the rest of the world. This article explores some key healthcare innovations emerging from
Linda Calabrese, ODI China’s relationship with Africa is set to deepen. At a summit in Beijing in early September, China’s president, Xi Jinping, pledged to deliver US$51 billion (£39 billion) in loans, investment and aid to the continent over the next three years, as well as upgrading diplomatic ties. Beijing’s close engagement with
ph. Real Madrid won the Champions League in 2024. ph.FAB/Shutterstock Robin Ireland, University of Glasgow Changes to the format of this year’s Uefa Champions League tournament have been much discussed by fans and pundits. The world’s most prestigious club football competition, featuring the likes of Real Madrid, Manchester City and Inter Milan will
Jenna Russo, City University of New York In September 2024, the United Nations’ independent fact-finding mission to Sudan issued its first report. Citing grave human rights violations amounting to war crimes and crimes against humanity, the report called for the immediate deployment of an independent and impartial force to protect civilians. Nearly 18
ph. A 1782 engraving depicts the First Continental Congress, held in 1774. François Godefroy engraving from Library of Congress Barbara Clark Smith, Smithsonian Institution When modern Americans call themselves patriots, they are evoking a sentiment that is 250 years old. In September 1774, nearly two years before the Declaration of Independence, delegates from
Title: Jerusalem: The Biography Author: Simon Sebag Montefiore Pages: 846 In Jerusalem: The Biography, Simon Sebag Montefiore delivers a towering and masterful account of a city that, over the course of more than 3,000 years, has been a crucible of faith, violence, love, and power. Through richly detailed and dramatically narrated prose, Montefiore
Delving into Human Rights via a Humanities Perspective
Nel mondo frenetico e in continua evoluzione di oggi, l’innovazione è diventata una delle competenze più preziose e ricercate. Tuttavia, dietro ogni grande innovazione c’è spesso una figura meno visibile ma incredibilmente influente: il mentore. Le relazioni di mentoring, quando gestite con cura e strategia, possono essere la chiave per sbloccare il potenziale