Whose Games Are These? Neutrality and Unequal Consequences in Milan 2026
Avery Kachmarsky Staff Writer Before the end of 2016, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) released a report stating that
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Author: Avery Kachmarsky
Afghanistan and Pakistan Clash at Border, Agree to a Truce
During the night of October 11, Afghanistan and Pakistan clashed at several checkpoints and posts along their shared border, known as the Durand Line, which was established by the British in 1893, according to Reuters. After the initial clashes, Pakistan closed its border crossings on October 12 to maintain security and prevent incursions . The attacks follow recent demands from Pakistan urging the Taliban to restrain militants who have intensified their assaults within Pakistan.
Read MoreDefunded! Elmo, Rural Coverage, Public Media at Risk
After successful efforts by Congress to defund public media, national news organizations and agencies are facing unprecedented funding challenges. These challenges threaten access to PBS and NPR, media outlets known and trusted worldwide, and the silencing of news outlets across the nation that have produced local coverage and access to beloved characters for decades.
Read MoreNorth Korean Leader Kim Jong-un Shows Interest in U.S. Talks
After years of paused talks, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has signaled his willingness to resume diplomatic communication with the United States. This shift in language and political stance comes as the world observes the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons on September 26, which calls for the complete nuclear disarmament of all nations. However, this willingness will only last and come to fruition if the United States accepts North Korea’s demand of keeping its nuclear arsenal, as supported by Kim Jong-un, according to The Associated Press.
Read MoreIndonesia Faces New Protests
On August 25, protests sprung up throughout Indonesia after reports were released detailing increased salaries for parliament members, at a time when many Indonesians face adversity and poverty.
Read MoreCanadians Will Exercise Their Right to Vote
After Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation due to a decline in popularity, changes in U.S. policies, and members of his own party resigning, Canada will conduct elections on April 28. The top two parties, and subsequent candidates, are the Liberal Party with Mark Carney and the Conservative Party with Pierre Poilievre, according to CNN.
Read MoreF-18s, 1415, Target, Tomahawks, MQ-9s: U.S. Leadership in the Spotlight
On March 21, 2025, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated, “Under the previous administration, we looked like fools. Not anymore.” Days later, a private group chat filled with sensitive military information between Secretary Hegseth, National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and numerous aides and assistants surfaced. Waltz mistakenly sent a request to Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, to join the chat.
Read MoreTrump’s Russian Roulette: Negotiating without Ukrainian Input
Ukraine, actively defending its sovereignty from a now three-years-long invasion by Russia, must be included and fully involved in peace talks and negotiations between the United States and Russia. However, the Trump administration has initiated talks without Ukrainian representation.
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