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Viktor Orban in a suit walks on a red carpet by three European Union flags with a melange of flags behind him.
Viktor Orban in a suit walks on a red carpet by three European Union flags with a melange of flags behind him.
Rashid Al-Haddad, 19, a Yemeni TikToker and influencer, who has been dubbed "Tim-Houthi Chalamet" for his resemblance to Timothée Chalamet, talks to a friend on the phone during an interview at his home in the Houthi-controlled capital, Sana'a.
Rashid Al-Haddad, 19, a Yemeni TikToker and influencer, who has been dubbed "Tim-Houthi Chalamet" for his resemblance to Timothée Chalamet, talks to a friend on the phone during an interview at his home in the Houthi-controlled capital, Sana'a.

The Houthis’ Media Machine Is Going Global

The group is exploiting sympathy for Palestine to spread its propaganda.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and a Ukrainian soldier stand at a mass grave in Bucha, Ukraine, on April 8, 2022.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and a Ukrainian soldier stand at a mass grave in Bucha, Ukraine, on April 8, 2022.

Why a European Army Makes No Sense

The old idea of a joint military has reared its head once again.

Members of the American Federation of Teachers and teachers unions representatives from Uganda and South Africa rally against Bridge Academies at the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund Spring Meetings on April 21, 2017 in Washington.
Members of the American Federation of Teachers and teachers unions representatives from Uganda and South Africa rally against Bridge Academies at the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund Spring Meetings on April 21, 2017 in Washington.

Kenya’s Sex Abuse Scandal Puts World Bank in Spotlight

U.S., U.K., and France disagree on compensation for victims at an IFC-funded chain of for-profit schools.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang speaks at the China Development Forum in Beijing.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang speaks at the China Development Forum in Beijing.

Chinese-Backed Cyberattacks Target New Zealand, U.K., U.S.

The hacking campaigns targeted hawkish lawmakers, pro-democracy activists, and Western corporations.

A view shows the burning Crocus City Hall concert hall following the shooting incident in Krasnogorsk, outside Moscow, on March 22.
A view shows the burning Crocus City Hall concert hall following the shooting incident in Krasnogorsk, outside Moscow, on March 22.

Is the World Prepared for More Terrorism?

After the shock of the Islamic State attack in Moscow, a top expert warns that “the bench is thin” when it comes to counterterrorism analysis.

British members of Parliament Tim Loughton, Iain Duncan Smith And Stewart McDonald, hold a press conference after allegations that China is responsible for cyberattacks on the U.K. Electoral Commission in London on March 25.
British members of Parliament Tim Loughton, Iain Duncan Smith And Stewart McDonald, hold a press conference after allegations that China is responsible for cyberattacks on the U.K. Electoral Commission in London on March 25.

U.S. and U.K. Sanction Chinese Hacking Group

The censure isn’t likely to rein in Beijing’s cyberespionage campaigns.

Sang Lee (center) receives the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at Kedren Community Health Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 16, 2021.
Sang Lee (center) receives the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at Kedren Community Health Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 16, 2021.

How COVID-19 Vaccines Inhibited Real Change

They saved millions of lives but absolved countries from fixing core problems.

Dark clouds hang over the Great Belt Bridge connecting Nyborg and Halsskov, Denmark, on June 26, 2023. (
Dark clouds hang over the Great Belt Bridge connecting Nyborg and Halsskov, Denmark, on June 26, 2023. (

Russia’s Shadow Fleet Is Putting Danish Waters in Danger

The maritime order is falling apart under geopolitical pressure.

Joe Biden's face is in front of a blurred American flag.
Joe Biden's face is in front of a blurred American flag.

Whatever Happened to Biden’s Iran Policy?

Washington now has to treat Tehran as a de facto nuclear power.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida leans forward to speak into a row of microphones as he answers questions during a budget committee session. Kishida is a man in his 60s wearing a black suit and glasses, gesturing with one hand as he speaks.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida leans forward to speak into a row of microphones as he answers questions during a budget committee session. Kishida is a man in his 60s wearing a black suit and glasses, gesturing with one hand as he speaks.

Japan’s Scandal-Ridden Politics Threaten to Claim Another PM

A political party funding crisis could bring down Fumio Kishida.

People bring flowers to a makeshift memorial in front of Russia’s Crocus City Hall.
People bring flowers to a makeshift memorial in front of Russia’s Crocus City Hall.

Putin Implicates Ukraine in Moscow Attack Despite Islamic State Claim of Responsibility

Both the United States and France said the terrorist group was solely responsible.

Three sneakered feet on a black tiled floor stomp on a photo of U.S. President Joe Biden. The picture's corner is alight.
Three sneakered feet on a black tiled floor stomp on a photo of U.S. President Joe Biden. The picture's corner is alight.
A man wearing a tricorner hat and revolutionary war uniform and holding a flag gestures as two police officers wearing riot gear pass.
A man wearing a tricorner hat and revolutionary war uniform and holding a flag gestures as two police officers wearing riot gear pass.

Is This a Revolution? Or Are People Just Very Ticked Off?

In a new book, Fareed Zakaria explores how much the times are a-changin’. At risk, he says, is the entire global system.

An illustration of Chinese leaders jailed for corruption and members of China's military.
An illustration of Chinese leaders jailed for corruption and members of China's military.

The Art of Propaganda

Are brilliant films and TV shows made in Xi’s China?

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