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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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April 13, 2022
Afghanistan
How to Protect the Hope for Girls' Education in Afghanistan
The Taliban, heavily influenced by the Haqqanis, will continue using Afghan girls’ education as a bargaining chip on matters such as international recognition, financial sanctions, and aid.
December 14, 2021
Olympics
The Economics of Hosting the Olympic Games
The costs of hosting the Olympics have skyrocketed, while the economic benefits are far from clear. This has led to fewer states interested in playing host and a search for options to lighten the bur…
December 9, 2021
COVID-19
Seven Charts That Explain the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2021
COVID-19 continued its worldwide spread in 2021, spurred by more contagious variants. Vaccines are highly effective, though have been unevenly distributed. Follow the pandemic’s story over the last y…
August 14, 2019
Afghanistan
Afghanistan Endgame, Part One: Is Sirajuddin Haqqani Ready for Peace?
In peace talks with the Afghan Taliban, the United States should not fail to address the evolution of the Haqqani-al-Qaeda nexus.
December 19, 2017
Religion
Countering Violent Extremism
Peter Mandaville, professor of international affairs at George Mason University’s Schar School of Policy and Government, and Melissa Nozell, senior program specialist for religion and inclusive socie…
