Autonomy
EUROPE
The Sahara Vote: A Key to Regional Reconciliation?
UN backs Morocco’s autonomy plan, marking a historic shift in Western Sahara diplomacy and boosting Rabat’s global influence.
BUSINESS
Troubled Waters: Return of Piracy and Somalia’s Governance
With fishing nets coming up empty and governments in conflict, the line between Somali fishermen and pirates is once again dissolving into the sea.
BUSINESS
New Caledonia’s Independence Fight: Riots, Nickel, and Lost Trust
Kanak leaders reject France’s Bougival Accord, demanding full independence by 2027 as New Caledonia’s nickel and future hang in balance.
BUSINESS
Algeria vs. Morocco: Diplomatic Isolation and New Alliances
Morocco's rise and Algeria's isolation reshape North Africa as Western Sahara becomes a stage for global alliances and rivalry.
Popular
Gen Z Picks Up a Needle: Sewing’s Unlikely Digital-Age Revival
As sewing workshops filled up and repair videos accumulated millions of views on TikTok in late 2025, younger people began turning to analog craft in growing numbers, citing everything from screen fatigue to fast fashion guilt.
Too Many Captains, Too Few Ships: Britain’s New Right
The digital hype of millions of views on X could not mask the lack of a real foundation as competing leaders fought for control over a fragile Britain’s New Right.
Ireland’s Basic Income for Artists Becomes Permanent
As Ireland confirmed in February 2026 that its Basic Income for the Arts scheme would become permanent, creative work moved closer to public infrastructure than private risk.
How Rob Jetten Reclaimed the Dutch Centre
After a season of political chaos, the Netherlands' youngest premier has shown that the centre can hold when it offers real paths forward.
Rats Take Selfies: What One Art Project Says About Life Online
French artist Lignier trains rats to take photos, revealing how reward systems mirror social media conditioning and online performance
