Since October 7, hundreds of thousands have participated in demonstrations in cities across West Asia and North Africa in solidarity with the Palestinian people’s resistance to occupation. A key demand of those
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by Feng Xinran, Shao Yibo and Zheng Keyi To the accompaniment of solemn music, two Flying Tigers veterans presented flower baskets to the statues of heroes who fought against Japanese aggression, then
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In more ways than one, Ukraine is facing a crunch that could topple the Zelensky government. Ukraine’s situation has worsened since the failure of the much advertised Ukrainian “counter” offensive. Focused mainly
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by Jude Amory Like a poorly scripted soap opera, the Easter Sunday Conspiracy introduces a new antagonist each episode – leaving the audience to wonder who is next in line to take
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Ever since Hamas launched a war against Israel, killing hundreds of innocent Israeli citizens and catching the Israeli government by surprise, many ardent supporters of Hamas and the Palestinian cause have vociferously
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Link to Part 5 Global experiences International experience shows that devolution of power to the periphery has successfully curtailed demands for secession in a number of countries. Yet, many chauvinist political parties,
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Here’s a lighthearted jest: Why is a green city adept at playing basketball? Because it boasts the finest “green defense” — consistently blocking waste and making clean shots! Humor aside, cities play
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In 2023, the Israel-Palestine conflict reached an alarming crescendo as Hamas, the Palestinian militant organization, launched a daring attack on Israel, causing significant damage to property, lives, and defence infrastructure. In response,
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The 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in Beijing on October 18, 2023, witnessed the usual smiles and handshakes. But China’s economic landscape, dependent on robust supply chain networks, is facing
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In late afternoon of Friday the 13th of October 2023 offices were just closing, Times Square as usual was full of both tourists and New Yorkers rushing in every direction. And there
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by Our Defence Affairs Editor General Lionel Piyananda Balagalle, an unwavering sentinel of the homeland, etched an indelible saga into Sri Lanka’s annals with his unparalleled dedication and monumental contributions. He stands
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A Chinese-built underwater tunnel, the first in Bangladesh and South Asia, was inaugurated on Saturday as Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina paid the first toll and went through the tunnel. Hasina and
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CEO of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute Richard Attias said he is optimistic about the long-term growth of the global economy despite the current turbulence around the world. During the just
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During the siege in Sarajevo, when I was reporting for The New York Times, we never endured the level of saturation bombing and near total blockage of food, water, fuel and medicine
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Link to Part 4 Police powers Under colonialism, Sri Lanka’s policing and judicial system was developed to safeguard colonial privileges and interests. Since independence, this skewed system has continued with minimal changes,
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