The discovery and control of energy resources, especially oil and gas, have shaped the modern world in profound ways. For many countries, these resources have brought wealth, development, and global...

“History is to nationalism what the poppy is to the opium addict,” said Eric Hobsbawm. It is a warning, but it can also be seen as an opportunity. If history...

Journalism was once seen as the guardian of truth. Its ethical foundation was clear: verify facts, report honestly, remain independent, minimize harm, and stay accountable to the public. These principles...

For a long time, wars have been justified with the argument that collateral damage is unavoidable. Military strategists and political leaders often describe it as a small and unfortunate side...

 History has repeatedly shown that nations rarely act out of emotion, religion, or cultural affinity. Instead, they act primarily in their own self-interest. Alliances between countries are not built on...

In recent years, the world has witnessed conflicts, wars, and violence unfolding almost daily. Images of destruction and human suffering travel instantly across screens and social media feeds. Yet, a...

We are living in uneasy times. Tensions are rising around the world. Nations speak the language of self-defence, deterrence, nationalism, and progress. Some concerns are real and rooted in national...

Some no longer believe there is a God. Others feel that even if He exists, He does not interfere in human affairs. In a world filled with suffering, violence, and...

Across much of the world, religion is quietly losing its grip on younger generations. Compared to their parents and grandparents, today’s youth are far less likely to belong to an...

For decades, we believed that each new generation was smarter than the one before it. Better education, improved nutrition, and modern living were thought to steadily increase human intelligence. Today,...