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For China, the world's second-largest economy, there's little surprise the country isn't receiving a post-COVID bump like other nations.

For China, a post-COVID slump is more likely than a bump

Former President Donald Trump's base is so solid that the indictments against him won't impact their support, but Biden will still win.

Will Trump’s new federal indictment impact the 2024 election?

The destruction of the Kakhovka dam in Ukraine could ruin the country's agriculture and trigger a famine across the region.

Why Ukraine’s Kakhovka dam collapse could trigger regional famine

From a military perspective, Russia blowing up the Nova Kakhovka Dam in Ukraine was wise, impeding Ukraine's counteroffensive.

Ukraine missed huge opportunity by not capturing Kakhovka dam

During a speech in Finland, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken mocked Russia's military failures and massive losses in Ukraine.

Russia military woes in Ukraine are no laughing matter

Although Ukraine isn't confirming its counteroffensive against Russia has started, some believe Ukraine has plans for three main assaults.

Ukraine’s counteroffensive involves a 3-pronged attack

Russia is getting blamed for blowing up a key Ukrainian dam, flooding agricultural land in the region that could lead to another famine.

Destroyed Ukrainian dam could lead to famine

The recent trade deal between Taiwan and the U.S. has reignited debate about the likelihood of a potential Chinese invasion of its neighbor.

The potential for a Chinese invasion of Taiwan may be growing

Australia has struck a deal with the U.S. to begin processing some of the lithium it sends to China to ease the global dependence on China.

Not all allies benefit from a US-Australia minerals deal

Sooner or later, Ukraine may target a Russian-controlled canal that is vital to the safety of a nuclear power plant.

Control of Ukrainian canal is key to safety at nuclear power plant

Russian citizens fighting with Ukraine in Russian territory could cause major damage to Putin's propaganda efforts.

Ethnic Russian groups pose new threat to Putin in Ukraine War

There are key factors to think about when considering de-dollarization but the truth is most other currencies cannot compete with the dollar.

Here are the hard facts about de-dollarization

Even though Saudi Arabia is selling its oil to China in yuan, the U.S. dollar isn't at risk of losing its global currency status.

Is Saudi Arabia ditching the US dollar for the Chinese yuan?

While global markets would plummet If the government defaults on its debt, don't panic yet. An eleventh hour agreement is still possible.

Expect a last-minute compromise on the debt ceiling

Many thought Russia would crush Ukraine soon after its initial invasion, but now experts wonder when and how the war will ever end.

How long will the Ukraine war last?

Russia bears ultimate blame for the Ukraine war, but Is there any validity to the claim that NATO should take partial responsibility?

Besides Russia, is NATO also to blame for the war in Ukraine?

With five EU countries banning Ukrainian wheat imports, there's concern Ukraine will run into problems trying to export to other countries.

Why I’m concerned about Ukraine’s agriculture industry

By shooting down Russia's "unstoppable" Kinzhal missiles, Ukraine has shown the world that Moscow's military might is not what it once was.

Ukraine humiliates Russia by shooting down hypersonic missiles

After hammering Bakhmut for months, Russia's military resources are becoming depleted, giving Ukrainian forces a chance to fight back.

What the hell is going on in Bakhmut, Ukraine?

Vladimir Putin's army is desperate for more men to take up arms in Ukraine, as some 20,000 Russian soldiers have been killed since December.

Russia is desperate for troops after huge losses in Ukraine

Russia's oil supply to its front lines is being threatened due to its complex transportation operation and the risk of Ukrainian missiles.

Why does Russia have oil supply issues?

Turkey's next president will be determined May 28 in a runoff election between President Erdogan and opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu.

Can Turkey’s President Erdogan win in runoff election?

Russia is playing the long game in the Ukraine war, and the world security order will look drastically different when the last battle ends.

How Russia is thinking about its next moves in Ukraine

As it awaits the arrival of more tanks and ammo, Ukraine is counting on milder weather to help with its counter-attack against Russia.

Movement and weather will be key to Ukraine counteroffensive