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Persistent trade imbalances between the US, China, Germany, and others risk a painful economic correction. Pettis warns of historical precedents and inevitable adjustments.
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Japan’s proposed immigration reforms, including stricter permanent residency rules and higher visa fees, risk worsening labor shortages across critical sectors like healthcare and manufacturing.
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Trump's plan to shift defense burdens to allies faces strain as Russia-North Korea ties reshape regional threats, complicating U.S.-South Korea military strategies.
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From Colombia's new immigration laws to Congo's cease-fire monitoring, Iran sanctions, and global conflicts, stay updated with key international developments.
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Explore the historical and cultural significance of Confucius and the Analects, and the debates surrounding modern translations and interpretations of this foundational Chinese text.
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Jared Kushner's 2025 Ukraine peace proposal, allegedly drafted by Kremlin insiders, sparked outrage for demanding territorial concessions mirroring Moscow's demands, raising concerns over U.S. oligarchic influence in foreign policy.
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Russian exile publishers are reviving banned literature, mirroring Soviet-era censorship while using modern networks to distribute contraband books globally.
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Jonathan Parshall's '1942: Crux of War' offers a meticulously researched, 1,280-page deep dive into a pivotal WWII year, blending military strategy and human perspective.
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Analysts warn Nvidia's soaring profits and AI chip dominance may mirror Japan's 1980s bubble, with risky co-financing deals and speculative investments raising economic concerns.
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Explore the reasons behind the 19-year high in 30-year U.S. Treasury bond yields, their economic implications, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's role in addressing the surge.
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Iceland heads to the polls to decide on restarting EU accession talks amid Trump’s Greenland threats and Arctic mineral competition. Explore the referendum’s stakes for sovereignty and economy.
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Critics slam Andy Burnham's shift from supporting a £500,000 donations cap to opposing it, warning it undermines efforts to curb big money in UK politics.
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