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Quality Over Quantity: Switzerland Must Look East When America Turns Its Back

As Switzerland scrambles for a trade deal whilst facing 39% tariffs, the question becomes whether Swiss independence can survive American economics?

Oman: Rentier State No More

Oman breaks Gulf tradition with first-ever income tax on top earners, marking a bold step toward post-oil economic transformation.

Demographic Decline: Europe Seeks Quick Fix for Deeper Issues

Europe produces fewer babies each year while supporting more elderly, yet leaders think retirement delays will solve everything.

Carbon Controversy: Djibouti Accused of Greenwashing by Industry Experts

Senior industry experts tell DET: Djibouti’s carbon scheme faces backlash for national airline exemption and a lack of transparency with no climate results.

Finland to Dubai: Exploring Two Models of Well-Being

The UAE's innovation-driven model, commonly known by the Dubai life, offers one model to national happiness than the usual Scandinavian model.

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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