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After Iran, Trump Has New Leverage To Push Netanyahu For Gaza Truce

The’ “hell” continues in Gaza, with no explicit explanation of Israel’s goals. U.S. President Trump’s success in swiftly ending the missile exchanges between Israel and Iran could now be extended by pressuring the Israelis to find a solution to the Palestinian question, which is vital to progress in the Arab world. What will Trump do?

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Putin In Beijing: Why The China-Russia Alliance Is Stronger Than You Think

The Russian president is in Beijing on Thursday and Friday, his first foreign trip since his re-election. Beijing and Moscow have their differences, but share the same long-term objective of changing the international order.

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“To Kill The Bear” — Why Total Victory Over Russia Is Frightening, And Necessary

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said Washington believes Ukraine can win the war, and that Russia must be “weakened” for the foreseeable future. But to end a nationalistic-aggressive empire will require unity and courage by the West.

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How The Sexist Politics Of Hair Plays Out In Egypt’s Schools

“I’m not against hijab in principle; I myself wear it,’ says one mother. ‘But I refuse to have my daughter wear it against her will.”

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Desperately Seeking A Son-In-Law: Inside A Modern Chinese Singles’ Market

In Beijing parks and throughout the rest of China, “singles’ markets” are held, organized by the parents eager to marry off their children.

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Future Society

With IFTTT, Your Whole Life Can Be Programmed Like A Computer

PARIS — The smartphone of Eudes, a web project manager, switches automatically from 3G to WiFi as soon as he’s near his office. It also downloads relevant newspaper articles just before he steps into the metro. Perhaps most importantly, Eudes is instantly notified when the coffee machine needs water. This automated magic is thanks to […]

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When Fear Of The Future Paralyzes Teens

Climate change, pollution, terrorism. Teenagers are increasingly scared of what’s ahead, and why wouldn’t they be? While a certain amount of fear is normal, psychologists advise teens to get help when anxiety takes over.

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