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Echoes of Empire: Gladiator’s Insights on Leadership, Entertainment, and the Illusion of Freedom
In the twenty-four years since Gladiator first brought the bloody sands of the ancient Roman Colosseum to the screen, Ridley Scott's portrayal of power,...
From Arrakis to Beirut: Mirror to Leadership in a War-Torn World
A year into Israel’s War on Gaza and recent devastating strikes in Lebanon, the movie “Dune: Part Two” brings to mind many connections between...
Waltz with Violence: America’s Political Crisis and Democracy’s Future
Violence is a deeply entrenched aspect of human nature. On a biological level, the very act of cellular division, which perpetuates life, involves a...
Navigating the Digital Chaos Requires Ethical Journalists
Digitalisation of journalism has posed a wide range of challenges to preserve the factual foundation of news, but with the chronic outbreak of disinformation,...
The Internet is Bigger than Five
Social media, one of the most debated topics of recent years, has far-reaching implications for individuals and societiesalike. Initially hailed as a powerful tool for democracy, it has increasingly become a...
Türkiye’s Development Road: A New Era in Eurasian Trade and Inter-connectivity
The Development Road Project, a striking symbol of the deepening partnership between Türkiye and Iraq, is making waves at a time when regional connectivity...
Dollars & Democracy: The Role of Money in U.S. Elections
Presidential elections should ideally reflect the will of the people. However, considering the influence of campaign financing, lobbying activities, and various interest groups on...
Will Reformist Victory After 20 Years Transform Iran?
Iran's recent presidential election has marked a significant turning point in its political landscape. Masoud Pezeshkian, initially seen as a weak candidate, emerged victorious...
Türkiye, China, and Tariffs: Cooperation, Not Conflict, is the End Game
Over the weekend, Turkish authorities announced their decision to impose additional tariffs amounting to 40% on imports of cars originating from China, effective July...