Distilled Wisdom: Einstein & God
byIf there is a detector created by evolution, we know that whatever it detects, must exist.
Opinion
Angela Merkel: Gentle Persuasion In An Age Of Populism
byAngela Merkel, a pragmatic and persuasive leader who carried the baton of international liberalism for sixteen years, is now retiring from her role.
The War On Terror Has Globalised Terrorism
byState terrorism has not been effective in reducing, let alone eliminating, terrorism.
Tao Of Expectations
byExpectations galore are not just disappointing; they also clog our layers of rational thought.
Sartre, Solitude & The Self
byThe challenging time we are living through can help us reflect on who we really are. But are we merely the products of the stories we tell ourselves?
9/11: The Controversial Story Of The Remains Of The World Trade Center
byFresh Kills became a graveyard for unidentifiable bodies. The ruins further escaped the attempt to control them, their toxic vapours proved harmful to the workers on site.
The Crisis In Afghanistan Has Its Roots In The Graveyard Of History
byThe crisis in Afghanistan teaches us that the law of unintended consequences, inevitably, applies to history.
Meta-analysis In Medicine
byThe use of meta-analysis in medicine has brought about a welcome transformation, notwithstanding its limitations.
The Regional Security Implications Of The US Withdrawl From Afghanistan
byAs the Taliban consolidates power, and the United States withdraws from Afghanistan, it is imperative to reflect on the challenges associated with interventionism.
The Dystopia Of A ‘Managed Quarantine Facility’
byThe extent to which rights are curtailed in this form of ‘jailed’ quarantine, and become normalised, is deeply disturbing.
Developmental Projects In Afghanistan Face An Uncertain Future
byWith the Taliban in control, the developmental efforts, which took two decades to establish, stand jeopardised.
With The Taliban In Control, Press Freedom Is Dead In Afghanistan
by“You must judge the Taliban based on their actions, not based on what they say.”
Afghanistan’s Fall: A Reminder Of The Limits Of American Power In The Middle East
byWhile Beijing & Moscow have interests in Kabul’s future, Turkey & Iran are trying to fill the vacuum created by an American failure.
Afghanistan: Assessing The Terror Threat As The Taliban Returns
byAs the Taliban hunts for those who collaborated with the west & prepare to crack down on basic freedoms, many fear the country will revert to being a haven for terrorists.
Shades Of Vietnam In Afghanistan
byRobert McNamara’s reflections on the Vietnam War have lessons that are applicable to US foreign policy today.