For much of its existence, Armenia has been tossed between its larger, stronger neighbors—first Rome and Parthia, then Byzantium and the Abbasids, and later the Safavids and Ottomans. This pattern shows no signs of stopping. On September 11, 2023, ...
Nestled within the religious, political, and cultural crossroads of the Caucasus mountains, Armenia and Azerbaijan appear to be eternally locked in a heated ethnic struggle. More than a century ago, deep-seated tensions within the region manifested t...
February 25, 2022. The morning wraps Rostov-on-Don, Russia, in a chilly fog cocoon. Anastasia Nikolaeva puts on a hoodie and a white coat, takes a sheet of blank paper, and makes her way to a busy intersection. It’s been around 24 hours since her c...
Greece is undeniably beautiful: a Mediterranean haven that promises a rich, historic culture and a gorgeously blue sea. Or so argues the Greek summer advertisement released two years ago to promote Greek tourism after Covid-19 devastated the industry...
Greece is undeniably beautiful: a Mediterranean haven that promises a rich, historic culture and a gorgeously blue sea. Or so argues the Greek summer advertisement released two years ago to promote Greek tourism after Covid-19 devastated the industry...
Since formally leaving the European Union (EU) in 2020, British farmers have been faced with a myriad of challenges. Issues with increasing production costs, a shrinking workforce, and bureaucratic red tape have been compounded by the loss of EU Comm...
Since formally leaving the European Union (EU) in 2020, British farmers have been faced with a myriad of challenges. Issues with increasing production costs, a shrinking workforce, and bureaucratic red tape have been compounded by the loss of EU Comm...
In resource-rich countries, achieving substantive environmental reform can be incompatible with the potential profits of oil and natural gas corporations. This is especially true in Canada and Russia, two of the largest suppliers of oil and natural g...
In resource-rich countries, achieving substantive environmental reform can be incompatible with the potential profits of oil and natural gas corporations. This is especially true in Canada and Russia, two of the largest suppliers of oil and natural g...
Almost three years after the pandemic, providing quality healthcare continues to be an issue in many developed nations. In the United Kingdom, things are no different, and Covid-19 only exacerbated issues already facing the National Health Service (N...
Almost three years after the pandemic, providing quality healthcare continues to be an issue in many developed nations. In the United Kingdom, things are no different, and Covid-19 only exacerbated issues already facing the National Health Service (N...
The fall of the Berlin Wall was one of the most consequential events in modern history. Those who remember it can recall the reactions of their families, the media, and the international community. Those who have come of age afterward can vividly rem...
The fall of the Berlin Wall was one of the most consequential events in modern history. Those who remember it can recall the reactions of their families, the media, and the international community. Those who have come of age afterward can vividly rem...
Scotland has recently been making headlines. The Scottish government has become embroiled in an extremely political conflict with London regarding its assertive blocking of the passing of Scotland’s latest gender bill. The gender bill would make it...
Scotland has recently been making headlines. The Scottish government has become embroiled in an extremely political conflict with London regarding its assertive blocking of the passing of Scotland’s latest gender bill. The gender bill would make it...
Last year, 16-year-old James Bascoe-Smith was stabbed near his home in south London. From his wheelchair, Bascoe-Smith testified at the Old Bailey about his life-altering injuries. The jury was told his attack may have been provoked by an online dril...
Last year, 16-year-old James Bascoe-Smith was stabbed near his home in south London. From his wheelchair, Bascoe-Smith testified at the Old Bailey about his life-altering injuries. The jury was told his attack may have been provoked by an online dril...
Editor’s note: This article was written prior to Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation on February 15, 2023. The so-called United Kingdom is facing serious disunity. Since June, Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has be...
Editor’s note: This article was written prior to Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation on February 15, 2023. The so-called United Kingdom is facing serious disunity. Since June, Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has be...
Why would a country choose to change its name? Historically, name changes have often followed regime changes, especially after decolonization. Ceylon became Sri Lanka after the departure of the Portuguese, and Rhodesia became Zimbabwe when the Belgia...
Why would a country choose to change its name? Historically, name changes have often followed regime changes, especially after decolonization. Ceylon became Sri Lanka after the departure of the Portuguese, and Rhodesia became Zimbabwe when the Belgia...
One year ago, I wrote an article about the history, culture, and economic potential of pumpkin cultivation in Ukraine. At the time, my intentions were lighthearted—I discussed the Ukrainian marriage tradition in which women reject proposals by hand...
One year ago, I wrote an article about the history, culture, and economic potential of pumpkin cultivation in Ukraine. At the time, my intentions were lighthearted—I discussed the Ukrainian marriage tradition in which women reject proposals by hand...
As a grotesque, albeit limited, conflict in Ukraine sows fear across the West, some are wondering who could be capable of sparking all-out war across Europe. It might well be Aleksander Vučić, the current President of Serbia. Standing at 6’6”, ...
As a grotesque, albeit limited, conflict in Ukraine sows fear across the West, some are wondering who could be capable of sparking all-out war across Europe. It might well be Aleksander Vučić, the current President of Serbia. Standing at 6’6”, ...
Switzerland is best known for its cheese, chocolate, and unwavering commitment to maintaining neutrality in geopolitical conflicts. However, the mountainous nation recently broke its long-standing tradition of neutrality when, on February 28, the Swi...
Switzerland is best known for its cheese, chocolate, and unwavering commitment to maintaining neutrality in geopolitical conflicts. However, the mountainous nation recently broke its long-standing tradition of neutrality when, on February 28, the Swi...