In a shocking turn of events that seemed ripped straight from a Hollywood blockbuster, former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The drama unfolded when 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, armed with an AR-15, fired multiple shots at Trump from an elevated position outside the rally venue. The […]
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Julian Assange, the controversial founder of WikiLeaks, once again became the centre of global attention last week. In a dramatic turn of events, Assange managed to strike a deal with U.S. authorities, allowing him to walk free after pleading guilty to violating U.S. espionage laws. This development marks a significant milestone in a saga filled […]
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In a move that’s more controversial than the debate on whether pineapple is an appropriate topping for pizza, Tajikistan has banned hijabs and other traditional Muslim attire. Yes, you read that right. The government of this Central Asian country under President Emomali Rahmon, has decided to police personal fashion choices raising eyebrows worldwide. Tajikistan, home […]
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I read a LiveMint article recently titled ‘All eyes on Rafah: Israel counters new trend with what your eyes fail to see’ which dissected the flare-up in Rafah, Gaza, where Israeli airstrikes caused significant civilian casualties. This incident, understandably, triggered a social media storm with the slogan “All Eyes on Rafah,” which quickly gained traction […]
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The Red Sea, a vital maritime corridor, has turned into a theatre of conflict, with over 133 occurrences targeted since November 2023, including nearly 40 vessels that were hit by drones or missiles and in some cases taken over by Somali pirates. The assailants? The Houthis, an Islamist political and military organisation from Yemen, are […]
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Nestled on the southeastern coast of Iran, the Chabahar Port has emerged as a focal point of geopolitical interest and controversy, especially between India, Iran, and the United States. As the 2024 Indian elections swing into full gear, the stakes at Chabahar have heightened, transforming the port into more than just a strategic asset—it’s now […]
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In this week’s feature story, we unpack International Relations (IR) theories in the context of election interference in India. As readers, you will also see me fumble my way trying to explain what my professors so diligently taught us in our IR Theories and Praxies class. If you’re not here for the ‘Gyaan’, at least […]
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Anuk Arudpragasam’s ‘The Story of a Brief Marriage’ is a remarkable feat of sensitivity and imagination, a meditation on the fundamental aspects of human existence—eating, sleeping, washing, touching, speaking—that give us direction and purpose even amidst collapsing worlds. Spanning a single day and night, this unflinching debut confronts marriage and war, life and death, endowing […]
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In a world filled with obscure holidays, some days truly stand out—and International Guide Dog Day is one of them! Observed on the last Wednesday of April each year, this day shines a spotlight on the incredible work done by guide dogs and their impact on the lives of their owners. After all, not every […]
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In the United Arab Emirates, a land where lavish skyscrapers meet the desert sands, making it rain is more than a metaphor—it’s a meteorological must. Recently, the UAE experienced what could be dubbed as its version of a wet surprise party. Last Tuesday, streets normally dusted with fine sand were suddenly washed with what was […]
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