The Ideological Battlefield In a fractured world, ideological battles over democracy, authoritarianism, and cultural identity shape global power struggles, demanding we engage with ideas as tools for unity rather than weapons of division.
Adapting to a Shifting World In a rapidly changing world, adapting like nations such as South Korea—through upskilling, diversifying income, and staying curious—can help you thrive amidst uncertainty.
The Ghosts of History From the biblical claims of Israel-Palestine to the imperial echoes of Russia-Ukraine, today’s conflicts reveal how ancient grudges and colonial legacies cast a long, unyielding shadow over the modern world.
Oil, Sand, and Blood Beneath the Middle East's shifting sands lies a volatile mix of colonial legacies, oil-driven rivalries, and human suffering that continues to shape global politics.
Cycles of Collapse From Rome’s crumbling aqueducts to Britain’s faded imperial banner, the cycles of collapse reveal how overexpansion and internal discord can topple even the mightiest superpowers, a warning that echoes for today’s giants like the United States and China.
The Geography of Power Geography, from towering mountains to sprawling rivers, has silently shaped the rise and fall of empires, dictating their power and legacy across history.