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Houthi fighters have been attacking shipping lanes and merchant vessels in the Red Sea. How will this impact the global economy and global trade routes?
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December 20

Houthi attacks trigger Red Sea shipping crisis

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As America's involvement and influence in the Middle East have waned, what trajectory will its future role take in the region?
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December 19

The Middle East in a post-American world

Geopolitical Strategist

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In each episode of this post-America series, get ready to focus on a country and analyze its prospects within an ever-changing global system.
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December 18

Getting ready for the post-American world

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American firefighters do some of the most dangerous work in the country. Here are just some of the stories and the lessons they have to share with us.
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December 15

Firefighters share what they wish civilians, politicians knew

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While the battle against high inflation is winding down, the problem of labor shortages will likely persist for decades to come.
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December 15

As inflation cools, labor challenges loom ahead

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President Javier Milei has enacted sweeping reforms across federal government and the economy. What does it mean for Argentina’s future?
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December 14

Argentina’s Javier Milei enacts bold sweeping reforms

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The U.S. and China both have powerful navies, but one holds an obvious advantage in a potential military confrontation in the Pacific.
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December 13

Who wins in US-China war over the Pacific?

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Europe faces the prospect of a harsh winter without Russian energy. But if the allies stick together, they’ll get through it just fine.
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December 12

Europe’s cold winter threatens energy supplies

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This winter's cold temperatures in Ukraine favor Zelenskyy's forces and pose challenges for Russia's military operations.
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December 11

Winter conditions favor Ukraine military over Russia

Geopolitical Strategist

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