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The U.S. media has spent most of its energy covering domestic political intrigue: potential corruption, unseemly members of government, and, of course, impeachment. These are important stories.  However, the tragedy of the people of Yemen…
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A lot has been said about Aung San Suu Kyi since she first emerged on the international stage. Her complicated and unfortunate transition from iconic peace activist to genocide-sympathiser has been nothing short of shocking and upsetting,…
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After over three years of negotiations, failed proposals, and leadership changes, the United Kingdom is finally set to leave the European Union on the 31st of January. The tumultuous journey to reach this point has greatly tested the…
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Alors que l’Union Européenne, les Nations Unies, et d’autres pays maintiennent des opérations sur place pour la stabilisation du Sahel, c’est la France qui semble de loin la plus impliquée dans la région. Sa présence est cependant de plus…
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For many, we cry for the loss of our childhood memories; for others, they mourn the loss of their future.   
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With the demise of the two-state solution and increasing political support for annexation in Israeli politics, it is perhaps time to pursue a new approach to end the Israel-Palestine conflict.
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Eleven years after her first visit, MIR Editor Anja Helliot returned to Luanda, Angola's capital, to reconnect with family and also to satisfy her curiosity about the changes that Angola might have undergone in her absence. This is what she…
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The personalization of politics may claim more ground as younger generations inherit more political power. In a conversation with MIR, two young political candidates discuss challenging the traditional definition of a politician, and the…
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Failure to broaden the discourse of urban planning beyond the backyards of homeowners and renters contributes to public policy that overlooks individuals experiencing homelessness. As a result, thousands of Californians have no choice but…
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The question that came to dominate Taiwan's campaign season — how to safeguard democracy and sovereignty in the face of powerful foreign powers — is a question that confronts every free society on the planet.
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