Tag: politics
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The Golden Handshake: How Nvidia and AMD’s China Deal Fuels the Trump Trade War Debate
The Golden Handshake: How Nvidia and AMD’s China Deal Fuels the Trump Trade War Debate A controversial payoff to the Trump administration highlights the complex entanglement of national security, economic policy, and corporate interests in the global chip market. In a move that has sent ripples through the tech industry and ignited a firestorm of…
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Echoes of Ambition: Jon Lee Anderson’s ‘To Lose a War’ Confronts the Cost of Conflict
Echoes of Ambition: Jon Lee Anderson’s ‘To Lose a War’ Confronts the Cost of Conflict A Masterful Chronicle of Noble Aims and Devastating Miscalculations In the annals of modern warfare, few conflicts are as readily recalled for their potent blend of initial idealism and ultimate futility as the one chronicled in Jon Lee Anderson’s latest…
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When Gold Rushed In: Jonathan Mahler Charts New York’s Rise and Reckoning
When Gold Rushed In: Jonathan Mahler Charts New York’s Rise and Reckoning The author delves into the city’s transformation into a glittering, cutthroat financial mecca, exposing the egos, ambitions, and stark class divides that defined its gilded age. New York City. The very name conjures images of towering skyscrapers, relentless energy, and a relentless pursuit…
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The Unraveling of Noble Intentions: Jon Lee Anderson’s Stark Portrait of a War Lost
The Unraveling of Noble Intentions: Jon Lee Anderson’s Stark Portrait of a War Lost A veteran correspondent dissects a conflict’s aspirations and its devastating, self-inflicted wounds. In the annals of modern warfare, few narratives are as consistently compelling, and ultimately devastating, as the story of a conflict that begins with lofty ideals and devolves into…
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Giants in the Concrete Jungle: How Ego and Finance Forged Modern New York
Giants in the Concrete Jungle: How Ego and Finance Forged Modern New York Jonathan Mahler’s ‘The Gods of New York’ Chronicles a City’s Metamorphosis into a Global Powerhouse, Revealing the Human Cost of its Ascent New York City. The very name conjures images of soaring skyscrapers, bustling streets, and an unparalleled energy that has captivated…
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Democracy Under Strain: India’s Opposition Faces Detention Amidst Vote Rigging Allegations
Democracy Under Strain: India’s Opposition Faces Detention Amidst Vote Rigging Allegations Hundreds of lawmakers and activists briefly detained in New Delhi as accusations of election manipulation cast a shadow over India’s political landscape. New Delhi – A wave of arrests swept through the heart of India’s capital on August 11th, 2025, as hundreds of opposition…
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The Shifting Canvas: Navigating “Americanness” in Contemporary Art
The Shifting Canvas: Navigating “Americanness” in Contemporary Art As Robert Longo prepares for a major exhibition in Denmark, the very definition of an “American” artist is being re-examined, revealing a complex tapestry of identity, influence, and evolving national narratives. The anticipation surrounding any major exhibition by a significant artist is always palpable. For Robert Longo,…
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Brazil’s Digital Tug-of-War: How Trump’s Tariffs Are Reshaping the Battle for Big Tech’s Control
Brazil’s Digital Tug-of-War: How Trump’s Tariffs Are Reshaping the Battle for Big Tech’s Control In a delicate dance between national sovereignty and global commerce, the specter of U.S. trade policy looms large over Brazil’s ambitious efforts to regulate its digital landscape. Brazil, a nation long grappling with the immense power of global technology giants, finds…
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The Echo Chamber and the Open Road: Redefining “Very American” Art in a Globalized World
The Echo Chamber and the Open Road: Redefining “Very American” Art in a Globalized World As Robert Longo prepares for a major exhibition abroad, the question of what constitutes “American” art reverberates, revealing a landscape far more complex than its surface suggests. Robert Longo, an artist whose monumental charcoal drawings and powerful cinematic visions have…
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The Tariff Gambit: Trump’s Bold Bet on Global Coercion and Its Unsettling Echoes
The Tariff Gambit: Trump’s Bold Bet on Global Coercion and Its Unsettling Echoes From Delhi to Moscow, a President’s Trade Weapons Spark Controversy and Uncertainty In the often turbulent landscape of international relations, President Trump has increasingly weaponized a tool as old as trade itself: the tariff. From the bustling markets of India to the…