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According to the International Monetary Fund, the growth outlook for 2023 has been trimmed to 2.8%, and that's probably too optimistic. Getty Images

IMF dim global forecast is likely overly optimistic
Iran seized an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, and if international supply lines become vulnerable, it's China who may have the most to lose. Getty Images

Iranian seizure of oil tanker could spell disaster for China
Egypt is one of the few nations that isn't worried about U.S. blowback over selling weapons to Russia, but it decided against it anyway. Getty Images

Here’s why Egypt almost sold military gear to Russia
When it comes to renewable energy, location is key. We can't move on from fossil fuels until we figure out where to put wind and solar. Envato

The switch to green energy will depend on cost and location
The Middle East population is exploding, but such rapid growth in a politically unstable climate can lead to devastating consequences. Getty Images

The problem with the Middle East’s explosive population growth
As the world adopts more and more clean energy, places like Chicago, Denver and Dallas with green energy sources will have a huge leg up. Envato

Chicago, Denver, DFW ahead of the green energy game
Europe dodged a bullet this year with a mild winter, but experts warn that many countries must plan ahead to avoid an energy crisis. Getty Images

An energy crisis in Europe is inevitable
AI has arrived and from what we've seen so far with ChatGPT, it's no wonder people are worried about their jobs. Which jobs are safe? Peter Zeihan

Will AI steal my job?
An archaic treaty that determines how much water from the Colorado River is allocated to states in America's Southwest is no longer viable. Getty Images

We have a complex water crisis in America’s Southwest
Advanced developed nations like India, Turkey and Brazil are a little late to the global scene, but now could be their time to shine.

The path to globalization for developed nations is risky but rewarding
The potential restrictions on TikTok are only the beginning of a necessary move toward protecting our personal information and data.

If you think TikTok abuses your privacy, check out Meta
Russia's ambassador to Belarus has said Russian tactical nuclear weapons will be deployed close to Belarus’ borders with NATO neighbors.

Should we worry about Russia’s nuclear weapons in Belarus?
French President Macron visits China to convince President Xi to drop his support of Putin's war on Ukraine, but he makes little headway.

Macron takes helm in asking China for help in Ukraine
As tensions between Taiwan and China rise, the role of the U.S., and the money and weapons it gives the Taiwanese will influence relations.

The only alliance that matters to Taiwan is with the US
For the first time in decades, central and western European countries are building an alliance against a common enemy: Russia.

An anti-Russian alliance is forming across Europe
The Ukraine War convinced Finland it needed the backing of NATO to protect against a potential invasion by Russian forces in the near future.

Why Finland joining NATO is a major setback for Russia
While Turkey benefits in the Ukraine War from its NATO membership, it seems to be playing it both ways when it comes to its global outlook.

Turkey in strong position to navigate Ukraine War
Ten years ago, we would likely have seen the Japanese remain neutral in conflicts like the Ukraine War but Japan has changed its strategy.

Japan no longer sitting on sidelines in global conflicts
Despite recent shows of support, China is exerting further control in its strategic partnership with Russia.

The Russia-China strategic partnership is a sham
Due to its younger population and history of cooperation, Southeast Asia will experience a boom as soon as it gets some money and tech.

Southeast Asia demographics prime the region for a boom
Austin is one of the fastest growing cities in the western hemisphere and provides high-end tech, the missing piece in the Texas Triangle.

Austin’s high end tech scene shines as deglobalization accelerates
While Russia has temporarily agreed to extend the grain deal with Ukraine, if they decide to pull out this summer, the world will suffer.

Russia threatens Ukraine’s grain exports, raising food supply concerns
A sharp decrease in agricultural production in Argentina and Ukraine are raising concerns about global food insecurity.

2023 could be world’s last ‘food-secure’ year for a while
Due to Chinese hoarding of Phosphate, a key component in the global fertilizer supply chain, the world will face food shortages for years.

Phosphate and fertilizer shortages to disrupt global food supply