The Great Pretender: Khaled al-Ahmed’s Risky Cross into Rebel Syria
Khaled al-Ahmed, a former advisor to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, crossed into rebel-held Syria in 2021. As an Alawite, he...
Lila Patel
Lila Patel has worked as a journalist for over 14 years, focusing on cultural commentary and lifestyle reporting. With a background in literature and media from the University of California, Berkeley, she has contributed to influential publications both online and in print. Her sharp insights into societal changes paired with a compelling style have made her columns highly sought after, resonating with a broad audience.
December 2024 Flow Monitoring Report: Migration Trends in Zimbabwe
In December 2024, Zimbabwe documented 49,220 movements and interviewed 1,102 migrants, with a notable increase due to the festive season....
Bangladesh’s Veteran Star Mushfiqur Rahim Announces Retirement From ODIs
Mushfiqur Rahim, veteran wicketkeeper for Bangladesh, has announced his retirement from ODIs after 19 years following a challenging Champions Trophy...
South Sudan’s Tensions Rise: Civil War Looming?
South Sudan is facing escalating tensions that could lead to civil war, following President Kiir's arrests of Vice President Machar's...
Armenian Positive Neutrality in Lebanon: Continuity and Change
This article explores the evolution of the Armenian community's policy of positive neutrality in Lebanon, highlighting its historical context, implications...
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Visit Bangladesh in April
Ishaq Dar, Pakistan's Foreign Minister, is set to visit Bangladesh in April to enhance bilateral ties, which were previously strained....
New Zealand Secures Championship Final Against India with Victory Over South Africa
New Zealand defeated South Africa by 50 runs in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final, with Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson...
Iran Initiates Gas Transit from Turkmenistan to Turkey Under Swap Agreement
Iran has begun receiving gas from Turkmenistan and supplying it to Turkey under a swap agreement, aiming to enhance regional...
Impact of Coal-Fired Power Plants on Mortality Rates in South Africa
A study by the South African Medical Research Council indicates that air pollution from coal-fired power plants raises the annual...
DOGE Reports $80 Million in Unnecessary DoD Spending on DEI Initiatives
DOGE revealed over $80 million in spending by DoD on DEI initiatives, with additional findings of $5 million related to...
