Recession fears have been stoked by recent stock market volatility and the rise in unemployment rates. A rash of layoffs has sent shockwaves across the […]
The Concept of Human Rights
Human rights are those values and capabilities that every person, everywhere in the world, is entitled to enjoy as inherent to their dignity. They are […]
Economic Disruption and Armed Conflict
The devastating impacts of armed conflict extend well beyond the immediate physical damage and suffering experienced by civilians. The economic disruption caused by armed conflict […]
Cryptocurrency Regulation
Cryptocurrency regulation is an increasingly urgent issue for the industry. As crypto assets enter the mainstream, consumers must be protected from risky firms and scams. […]
Is the United States Promoting Regime Change in Venezuela?
As the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela grows, many Americans are concerned that the United States is pursuing regime change there. Regime change policies are those […]
What Is an International Alliance?
An international alliance is a formal agreement between two or more mostly sovereign states to cooperate in specific areas. These areas can include military alliances […]
What is a Military Coup?
A Military coup (or coup d’état) is the overthrow of a lawful government by illegal means. This is usually accomplished through force or violence, but […]
Causes of the Inflation Surge
After decades of carefully controlled, low inflation that provided economies a measure of stability, global prices rose rapidly during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. This […]
How Will an Interest Rate Hike Affect Your Portfolio?
A rise in interest rates — like the one the Federal Reserve recently announced – makes borrowing more expensive. It also may encourage people to […]
Should Ethnic Cleansing Be Legally Defined?
Ethnic cleansing refers to the forcible transfer of civilians, in the context of a conflict, from areas inhabited by members of one ethnic group to […]