As the Taliban escalates its oppression of women and girls, the international community must hold Afghanistan’s leaders accountable. Recognizing gender apartheid as a crime under international law would mark a historic step toward ending the systemic discrimination against women there, in Iran, and beyond. EDINBURGH – Convinced that their interpretation of Islam is the only legitimate…
Afghan girls and women, increasingly denied their rights to education and employment, are often confined to their homes and isolated from anyone outside their immediate families. A new initiative seeks to combat hunger while also providing women with a vital space to socialize with peers. Source link
At this time of year, many people feel the urge to give but grapple with how to make the most of their time and financial resources. For philanthropists, maximizing impact begins with a thoughtful examination of their goals, motivations, and guiding principles. LONDON – At this time of year, many people pause to reflect on…
At this time of year, many people feel the urge to give but grapple with how to make the most of their time and financial resources. For philanthropists, maximizing impact begins with a thoughtful examination of their goals, motivations, and guiding principles. LONDON – At this time of year, many people pause to reflect on…
Even though recorded performances provide some valuable benefits, most people prefer live events. That is because the audience is part of the production, and the two sides exchange energy and the gamut of human emotions in a way that would be impossible in any other setting. SALZBURG – While taking in the immensity of Anton…
The United Kingdom appears poised to join the growing list of countries that allow terminally ill patients to receive medical assistance in dying. Given the weakness of opponents’ arguments, and years of experience with similar legislation elsewhere, the UK’s move is well justified. MELBOURNE – Last month, members of the UK House of Commons were…
America’s legal order has met its match in President-elect Donald Trump, who has consistently escaped accountability for his crimes and now enjoys near-total impunity. If the rule of law is to survive, it must have a say about what is and is not just, rather than merely recognizing as valid whatever is legislated. Source link
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah won November’s presidential election in Namibia, becoming the first woman to lead her country. While this is an important milestone for Namibia, it is also a defining moment for Africa, which is increasingly ready to embrace the full potential of its people. MONROVIA – As Africa’s first democratically elected female president, I am…
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah won November’s presidential election in Namibia, becoming the first woman to lead her country. While this is an important milestone for Namibia, it is also a defining moment for Africa, which is increasingly ready to embrace the full potential of its people. MONROVIA – As Africa’s first democratically elected female president, I am…
America’s legal order has met its match in President-elect Donald Trump, who has consistently escaped accountability for his crimes and now enjoys near-total impunity. If the rule of law is to survive, it must have a say about what is and is not just, rather than merely recognizing as valid whatever is legislated. Source link
The United Kingdom appears poised to join the growing list of countries that allow terminally ill patients to receive medical assistance in dying. Given the weakness of opponents’ arguments, and years of experience with similar legislation elsewhere, the UK’s move is well justified. MELBOURNE – Last month, members of the UK House of Commons were…
In Venice, the high demand for tourist-related services that guarantee large markups has crowded out the supply of services for residents. In the absence of a long-term revitalization strategy, the historic city will remain on the path to becoming a cultural mausoleum. MILAN – Countries with great wealth or natural abundance often fall victim to…
When we are assessing protests in democratic societies, nonviolence is not the only criterion that must be weighed. The principle of proportionality can serve as a useful guide to the factors that protesters should consider, enabling us to defend the right to protest while also specifying protesters’ ethical responsibilities. Source link
The quest for universal education is the defining social-policy challenge of our time. As the lives of tens of millions of children in low-income countries are upended by conflict and climate disasters, the international community must mobilize additional financing to ensure a quality education for all of them. EDINBURGH – As many as 500 million…
While competent defense counsel is essential to the fair administration of criminal justice, public defenders in the United States often lack the time and resources to provide the quality representation their clients deserve. But a new model promises to revolutionize the system. STANFORD – The public-defender system in the United States is plagued by underfunding,…
Journalists and news outlets around the world are under threat like never before. Fortunately, two new reports illustrating the economic, health, environmental, and security benefits of a free press could help policymakers and campaigners make an even stronger case for an independent media at home and abroad. TALLINN – The argument for a free press…
For now, Ukrainians are pulling Tolstoy off their shelves, and toppling Catherine the Great from her plinth in Odesa. Once Ukrainians have won a peace they can live with, a free Ukraine will have to own the imprint of the Russian past on its soul, and then wrestle free of that past. Source link
In addition to its corporate applications, artificial intelligence is helping solve broader and more complex problems, especially in education. Industry leaders and policymakers should develop a shared approach to AI-powered learning and encourage more widespread training in the technology’s fundamentals. NEW YORK – Artificial intelligence has captured the imagination of corporate leaders eager to implement…
The 1960s still has a lot to teach us about campus protests and the proper institutional role of universities. A good rule is that colleges and universities should hold their institutional fire for cases and causes that have a direct, significant impact on their core functions of teaching, research, and independent inquiry. CAMBRIDGE – Although…
Data, the lifeblood of modern democracies, can also be their undoing when exploited by bad actors to spread misinformation. At a time when democracy itself is on the ballot in many countries, governments must ensure that truth prevails by investing in the creation of robust data infrastructure. LONDON – This historic election year, during which…
The 1960s still has a lot to teach us about campus protests and the proper institutional role of universities. A good rule is that colleges and universities should hold their institutional fire for cases and causes that have a direct, significant impact on their core functions of teaching, research, and independent inquiry. CAMBRIDGE – Although…
Data, the lifeblood of modern democracies, can also be their undoing when exploited by bad actors to spread misinformation. At a time when democracy itself is on the ballot in many countries, governments must ensure that truth prevails by investing in the creation of robust data infrastructure. LONDON – This historic election year, during which…
Data, the lifeblood of modern democracies, can also be their undoing when exploited by bad actors to spread misinformation. At a time when democracy itself is on the ballot in many countries, governments must ensure that truth prevails by investing in the creation of robust data infrastructure. LONDON – This historic election year, during which…
The 1960s still has a lot to teach us about campus protests and the proper institutional role of universities. A good rule is that colleges and universities should hold their institutional fire for cases and causes that have a direct, significant impact on their core functions of teaching, research, and independent inquiry. CAMBRIDGE – Although…
Journalists and news outlets around the world are under threat like never before. Fortunately, two new reports illustrating the economic, health, environmental, and security benefits of a free press could help policymakers and campaigners make an even stronger case for an independent media at home and abroad. TALLINN – The argument for a free press…
For now, Ukrainians are pulling Tolstoy off their shelves, and toppling Catherine the Great from her plinth in Odesa. Once Ukrainians have won a peace they can live with, a free Ukraine will have to own the imprint of the Russian past on its soul, and then wrestle free of that past. Source link
For now, Ukrainians are pulling Tolstoy off their shelves, and toppling Catherine the Great from her plinth in Odesa. Once Ukrainians have won a peace they can live with, a free Ukraine will have to own the imprint of the Russian past on its soul, and then wrestle free of that past. Source link
Journalists and news outlets around the world are under threat like never before. Fortunately, two new reports illustrating the economic, health, environmental, and security benefits of a free press could help policymakers and campaigners make an even stronger case for an independent media at home and abroad. TALLINN – The argument for a free press…
In addition to its corporate applications, artificial intelligence is helping solve broader and more complex problems, especially in education. Industry leaders and policymakers should develop a shared approach to AI-powered learning and encourage more widespread training in the technology’s fundamentals. NEW YORK – Artificial intelligence has captured the imagination of corporate leaders eager to implement…
While competent defense counsel is essential to the fair administration of criminal justice, public defenders in the United States often lack the time and resources to provide the quality representation their clients deserve. But a new model promises to revolutionize the system. STANFORD – The public-defender system in the United States is plagued by underfunding,…
When there are more qualified young people than jobs, and when failure is not an option, workplace culture becomes cutthroat. This is certainly true in India, as the death of a young professional in July showed, and it demands action from both employers and policymakers. NEW DELHI – The tragic death of Anna Sebastian Perayil,…
The priority of socioeconomic class over other forms of identity in the political thinking of both the left and the right can be justified only by insisting on the definition of human nature specific to the Marxist tradition and the Protestant Ethic, which posit labor as the “essence of Man.” What if that definition no…
In the five years since WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was imprisoned in the United Kingdom, the world has been hit by pandemics, new wars, and intensifying climate disasters that cast doubt on our collective future. But whether the news-consuming public appreciates the dire nature of our predicament is another matter entirely. LJUBLJANA – I fought…
Unlike our ancestors, our social world is not confined to our families, our neighbors, our co-workers, and those with whom we directly interact. Instead, more and more of what we do is driven by an extremely complex assembly of vast interlocking social and technological mechanisms that we have made but do not understand. Source link
In a world beset by climate change, deep-seated inequalities, entrenched wars, and deep uncertainty, it should be obvious to everyone that the status quo is incompatible with international development goals. A far better approach would orient policymaking and global negotiations firmly around the goal of social justice. GENEVA – It is easy to be pessimistic…
Philanthropy is not a substitute for government action in areas like health, education, and the distribution of income and wealth, but it can advance public goods and improve human well-being. The key is to design institutions that deliver the reputational benefits that donors crave. FORT LAUDERDALE – The biggest election year in history is unfolding…
Three years after the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan, the international community must continue demanding an end to the bans on girls’ education and women’s participation in civil society. Even if the regime will not listen to the United Nations, it may respond to pressure from fellow Muslims. EDINBURGH – For three years now,…
A new report from the OECD Development Assistance Committee shows how foreign-aid spending on public-interest journalism remains shockingly low, even though policymakers have been lamenting the crisis jeopardizing independent media for well over a decade. A shift in donor strategy is long overdue. Source link
It is a fantasy to think that our trash- and commodity-filled environments can be left behind and replaced by life in some idyllic “natural,” ecologically sustainable environment. But perhaps the loss of that option can become the basis for a new, global sense of solidarity. Source link
Although markets can promote economic efficiency under the right conditions, there is no “invisible hand” to deliver solidarity, agency, material sufficiency, and environmental sustainability. These four ingredients of human flourishing should serve as the foundation of all our policymaking. Source link
Fourteen high-income countries have shown how immigration can help offset declining fertility rates and maintain population levels. But with anti-immigrant sentiment on the rise, politicians in these countries face a difficult choice: welcoming foreigners or facing the economic challenges brought about by an aging population. WASHINGTON, DC – Populations around the world are aging, as…
The ironic, obscene spectacle of the Paris Olympic opening ceremony was as far away as possible from the sterile, humorless political correctness that its critics have decried. It did not merely present Europe at its best; it reminded the world that only in Europe is such a ceremony even possible. LJUBLJANA – Two big cultural…
Baron Pierre de Coubertin, founder of the modern Olympic Games, was overly optimistic in believing that international sporting events could foster global unity. Nevertheless, international competitions offer an important outlet for nationalist or tribal sentiments that might otherwise manifest in dangerous ways. NEW YORK – When England defeated the Netherlands in the semifinal of the…
Given the rapid spread of online disinformation, many believe that truth is now fragmented beyond repair. But governments can shift the balance by ensuring that news outlets, digital platforms, and political leaders provide the best available knowledge, and by formally recognizing the right not to be lied to by the powerful. LONDON – Hardly a…
Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement has just suffered another major blow. In a new ruling, a former UK Supreme Court president who serves on the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal has done more than Chinese propagandists ever could to bolster the false impression that China is committed to the rule of law. LONDON – One…
Afghan girls and women, increasingly denied their rights to education and employment, are often confined to their homes and isolated from anyone outside their immediate families. A new initiative seeks to combat hunger while also providing women with a vital space to socialize with peers. Source link
Even though recorded performances provide some valuable benefits, most people prefer live events. That is because the audience is part of the production, and the two sides exchange energy and the gamut of human emotions in a way that would be impossible in any other setting. SALZBURG – While taking in the immensity of Anton…
In Venice, the high demand for tourist-related services that guarantee large markups has crowded out the supply of services for residents. In the absence of a long-term revitalization strategy, the historic city will remain on the path to becoming a cultural mausoleum. MILAN – Countries with great wealth or natural abundance often fall victim to…
When we are assessing protests in democratic societies, nonviolence is not the only criterion that must be weighed. The principle of proportionality can serve as a useful guide to the factors that protesters should consider, enabling us to defend the right to protest while also specifying protesters’ ethical responsibilities. Source link
The quest for universal education is the defining social-policy challenge of our time. As the lives of tens of millions of children in low-income countries are upended by conflict and climate disasters, the international community must mobilize additional financing to ensure a quality education for all of them. EDINBURGH – As many as 500 million…
When there are more qualified young people than jobs, and when failure is not an option, workplace culture becomes cutthroat. This is certainly true in India, as the death of a young professional in July showed, and it demands action from both employers and policymakers. NEW DELHI – The tragic death of Anna Sebastian Perayil,…
The action genre is a favorite among movie fans for its implementation of the classic hero versus villain dynamic, as well as explosive effects and over-the-top violence. Housing some of film’s greatest protagonists, the genre is also known for its creative and interesting foes. While most of these antagonists are men, there are plenty of…
The Untold History of Cabaret: Revived and Kicking As Broadway welcomes the ever-evolving musical, its star, Eddie Redmayne—along with Liza Minnelli, Joel Grey, and Sam Mendes—assess its enduring power. As director Rebecca Frecknall was rehearsing a new cast for her hit London revival of Cabaret, the actor playing Clifford Bradshaw, an American writer living in […]
150 years ago, on April 15, 1874, the first impressionist exhibition opened in Paris. “Hungry for independence”, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Morisot, Pissarro, Sisley and Cézanne finally decided to free themselves from the rules by holding their own exhibition, outside official channels: impressionism was born. To celebrate this anniversary, Musée d’Orsay is presenting some 130 works…
Gina Lollobrigida in The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1956), directed by Jean Delannoy. Photograph: Allied Artists/Allstar Film actor of the 1950s and 60s who went from early Italian roles to become an international star The actor Gina Lollobrigida, who has died aged 95, was one of the great film stars of the 1950s and 60s,…
Many issues arising from France’s colonial crimes in Algeria have still not been resolved Every year, Algeria remembers the colonial crimes committed by France against the Algerian people. The North African country commemorates several such dates throughout the year: February 13 – the day of the first nuclear test, July 5 – Independence Day, November…
Soyuz MS-25 arrives at ISS After a 48-hour delay, the Soyuz-2-1a rocket lifted off from Baikonur Cosmodrome, Kazakhstan, sending the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft with a crew of three on its way to the International Space Station, ISS. The crew vehicle successfully docked at the outpost on March 25, 2024. Soyuz MS-25 mission at a glance:…
There is always a lot of talk about whether fat or sugar is the worst offender when it comes to our eating habits, but by focusing on individual dietary components, it’s easy to miss the bigger picture. While it’s important to understand how different foods and nutrients affect our health, a whole diet approach offers…
Using Machine Learning to Help Digitize Ancient Texts from Indus Civilization The civilization of Indus River Valley is considered one of the three earliest civilizations in world history, along with Mesopotamia and Egypt. Bigger geographically than those two as it unfolded starting in 3300 BCE across what is now Pakistan and India, the Indus civilization […]
French ambassador Bernard Vernier-Palliez proposed a toast to Nathalie Hocq, chairman of Cartier International, in town to inspect the recently opened 111th Cartier store, this one in Chevy Chase. “You have shown that a team of youngsters can lead one of the good old names to success,” said the ambassador, turning to the slender, dark-haired […]
Bettany Hughes at an archaeological site in Azerbaijan for her Treasures of the World series. Photograph: SandStone Global Productions Ltd Excavations of bronze age graves have found battle-scarred female archers, says the historian Bettany Hughes In Greek legends, the Amazons were feared and formidable women warriors who lived on the edge of the known world. […]
The new Frida Kahlo documentary by Carla Gutiérrez takes a deep dive into the iconic artist’s legacy with interesting results. “The only thing I know is that I paint because I need to.” A still from Frida, the new documentary on Frida Kahlo The new documentary directed by Carla Gutiérrez wants to revisit her life […]
“Chloe liked Olivia.” When Virginia Woolf wrote this innocuous sentence in “A Room of One’s Own,” her foundational work of feminist criticism, she opened the door to another field, still decades in the future—that of queer literary criticism. “Do not start. Do not blush,” Woolf cautioned her audience. (The published text of “A Room of…
From Fanny Blankers-Koen to Megan Rapinoe and Simone Biles, women have been pushing the boundaries of sport and changing perceptions for decades. Gender equality is a top priority in the modern Olympic Movement. Indeed, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) states that “sport is one of the most powerful platforms for promoting gender equality and empowering […]
Thirty years after the troubled musician joined rock’s most tragic club, he is adored by a generation who weren’t yet born when he died Let’s start at the end: April 5 1994. Kurt Cobain was alone when he died, in a greenhouse above a garage at the back of his home in Seattle. In his hand was…
Megan Fox is pulling back the curtain on two hot-and-cold relationships that have fueled gossip about her in recent years: the first, with rapper Machine Gun Kelly, and the second, with plastic surgery. Fox’s romance with MGK has been the subject of much speculation amid recent reports of growing conflict between the two. The “Jennifer’s […]
The international day on Thursday highlights that theme, as well as the importance of recognition, justice and development opportunities for those of African descent, said Secretary-General António Guterres. He said the results of entrenched racism continue to be devasting: “opportunities stolen; dignity denied; rights violated; lives taken and lives destroyed.” The African diaspora faces a…