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The Russians may now target agricultural infrastructure, specifically grain exports, as their next move in the Ukraine War.

End of Black Sea grain deal hints at Russia’s next move in Ukraine

Chile has decided to nationalize its lithium industry, a decision with broadly positive implications across the globe, with one key exception.

Who wins in Chile’s plans to nationalize its lithium industry?

The Pentagon leak raised fears about how the U.S. guards its secrets, but America remains the global leader in signals intelligence gathering.

Why the US dominates global signals intelligence

Russia's once-mighty intelligence apparatus is in decline and it won't be long before its pro-Kremlin bot farms meet the same fate.

Russia intelligence takes a big hit from war in Ukraine

Intelligence officials must figure out why Airman Jack Teixeira, despite a history of questionable behavior, had access to classified papers.

US must rethink intelligence apparatus after Pentagon leak

Aggressive action by the U.S. and other NATO nations has helped curtain Russian cybercriminals from having much impact in the Ukraine War.

How Russian hackers got unplugged in the Ukraine War

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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