
Anita Pratap is an award-winning journalist, author and documentary film maker. She was the first journalist to interview LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran. She is a Contributing Editor of THE WEEK.
Keir Starmer faces scrutiny and internal party challenges in British politics, drawing parallels to historical bear-baiting due to the relentless pressure and calls for his resignation
The "madman theory" is a coercive diplomatic strategy involving extreme threats and brinkmanship, exemplified by historical figures like Kaiser Wilhelm II and modern leaders such as Donald Trump
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is navigating a critical political week fraught with setbacks across defence, the economy, and internal politics
By developing a decentralised "nerve net" administrative system over decades, Iran has ensured its continuity and survival
Pete Hegseth's mediaeval beliefs are evident in his tattoos, including a Jerusalem cross and "Deus Vult," which echo historical crusader sentiment and have recently resurfaced in controversial contexts
Iran's future is uncertain, with five distinct scenarios predicted, ranging from a diplomatic truce to nuclear armament
Is the United States repeating the narcissism and architectural excesses of ancient Rome?
Newly surfaced files linked to Jeffrey Epstein expose a web of relationships implicating powerful figures in Norway, shaking trust in its royal family, political leadership and global reputation
Dictators are often compared to the T. Rex, as both use brute force and fear to dominate their environment and control their victims
Europe's war rhetoric is escalating as leaders warn of an imminent Russian attack, justifying a massive military buildup at the expense of public welfare
The Trump Doctrine is a National Security Strategy defined by its contradictions, promotion of "America First", and a focus on business deals over traditional diplomacy
Global gloom is intensifying as most people face inflation and inequality, while corporate greed and opaque technology create a widespread moral crisis
Nobuyuki Tsujii, the blind piano prodigy, along with Paralympian Alexandra Truwit and opera singer Eli Hanssveen, showcase the immense power of the mind to overcome life's greatest challenges
AI's meteoric rise, exemplified by Nvidia's staggering market valuation, highlights both unprecedented financial opportunities and critical ethical challenges
Donald Trump's retribution against political enemies, described with a chilling Stalinist refrain, marks a new era of weaponised justice
Hour of the Predator by Giuliano da Empoli reveals a new global order dominated by autocrats and populist billionaires, analysing the fundamental shifts in power dynamics and the disintegration of traditional ethics
Weaponising uncertainty is identified as a core psychological tactic of Donald Trump, allowing him to control situations and opponents by disrupting predictability and intensifying emotions
Broken windows theory explains how visible signs of disrepair and disorder in neighbourhoods can encourage criminal behaviour and reduce public safety. Despite official crime rates often declining, a rise in street-level offenses contributes to a widespread feeling of insecurity among citizens
Norway's economic paradox is explored – how its immense oil wealth has led to unexpected challenges like stagnant wages and complacency
Critics argue that Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky’s controversial new "authoritarian law" weakens anti-corruption institutions and protects his cronies
Tariffs, under the Donald Trump administration, are exposed as political weapons rather than economic tools, particularly with the imposition of duties on Brazil for non-economic reasons related to the Jair Bolsonaro trial
Gerbera drones, Russia's new jamming-proof drones, pose a significant threat to Ukraine. These analog-based drones are difficult to detect and have enabled Russia to make territorial gains, prompting Ukraine to develop countermeasures
The new German chancellor intends to thwart Trump’s attempt to reduce Europe into a sideshow
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