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Category: The Americas

Karoline Leavitt Leads the Charge Against Free Journalism in the White House

Karoline Leavitt Leads the Charge Against Free Journalism in the White House

March 16, 2026March 15, 2026 Owen Roberts

Shortly after graduating from St. Anselm College in her home state of New Hampshire, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt began her career at the White House. During Trump’s first term, Leavitt worked in his administration’s press office, and as of January … Continue reading

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The Streets of Minneapolis: Performative Politics’ Dangerous Game

The Streets of Minneapolis: Performative Politics’ Dangerous Game

February 11, 2026February 10, 2026 Judah Meltzner

Since coming into office, President Trump has utilized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) unlike any previous President. As a result, his political rivals have failed to respond adequately. What went wrong, and what could they have done better?

Since Donald … Continue reading

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The Muslim Brotherhood: Trump’s Promise to the Emirates?

The Muslim Brotherhood: Trump’s Promise to the Emirates?

February 11, 2026February 10, 2026 Dala Martins-Hajj Hassan

This past January, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) began ‘boycotting’ UK universities, taking action against the state government’s failure to designate the Islamist group, the Muslim Brotherhood, as a terrorist organization. On January 9, the UAE cut scholarship funding for … Continue reading

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Where Is María Corina Machado: A Day at the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize

Where Is María Corina Machado: A Day at the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize

January 23, 2026January 20, 2026 Ambre Aboudaher

On October 10th, María Corina Machado was awarded, amongst a group of 337 nominees, the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize “for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and … Continue reading

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Radical, Progressive, Unstoppable: Mamdani’s New York Moment

Radical, Progressive, Unstoppable: Mamdani’s New York Moment

January 8, 2026 Katerina Ntregkas

In a political climate wrought with both apathy towards entrenched elite and disengagement from traditional politics, 34-year-old assemblyman Zohran Mamdani has unequivocally captured New York City’s hearts—— and ballots—— in a stunning victory this past November, with CBC reporting the

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Trump Threatens Venezuela: Fighting the Cartel or Securing Its Oil?

Trump Threatens Venezuela: Fighting the Cartel or Securing Its Oil?

December 11, 2025December 9, 2025 Dala Martins-Hajj Hassan

In a recent phone call, US President Donald Trump allegedly gave Venezuela’s President Nicholas Maduro an ultimatum, warning him to leave Venezuela before the United States military engages in its next phase of ground operations in Venezuela. This escalation … Continue reading

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All Falls Down: How America’s Two Party System Has Failed Americans

All Falls Down: How America’s Two Party System Has Failed Americans

December 10, 2025December 8, 2025 Judah Meltzner

Over the past year, American politics have become polarized to a degree rarely seen before. What is the main cause behind this polarization, and how can it be fixed?

On September 19, 1796, George Washington published his farewell address to … Continue reading

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As Haiti Descends Into Political Disarray, President William Ruto Sees A Window Of Opportunity

As Haiti Descends Into Political Disarray, President William Ruto Sees A Window Of Opportunity

November 21, 2025November 19, 2025 Ava Francin

Over the past three years of William Ruto’s presidency, Kenya has rapidly ascended into a more prominent role on the global stage. Under Ruto’s leadership, the East African country has undergone a significant rebranding, positioning itself as a nation focused … Continue reading

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Trump’s Ukraine Strategy: Don’t Make One

Trump’s Ukraine Strategy: Don’t Make One

November 21, 2025November 19, 2025 Oliver Scott-Hansen

Covering the Russo-Ukrainian War, or even fully understanding it, is not an easy task. Even for me, someone who has been sifting through niche Telegram channels and combing every piece of media coverage there is to offer, I still find … Continue reading

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The Impact of AI-Generated Content on Natural Disaster Response: Hurricane Melissa

The Impact of AI-Generated Content on Natural Disaster Response: Hurricane Melissa

November 21, 2025November 19, 2025 Spencer Clark

When Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica on October 21, 2025, it marked a dark milestone as the strongest hurricane to hit the Caribbean in modern history, and the third strongest to ever occur in the Atlantic. With sustained winds … Continue reading

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