Commentary on the president’s repeated claim of a 97% cut in maritime drug flows — which federal data does not support.
Year: 2026
The Problem with Cutting UK R&D Infrastructure
Opinion by innovators warning against deep government funding cuts to the Catapult network of applied research centres.
Fact or Fiction: How to Spot AI-Generated News Stories in 2026
How-to guide on identifying AI-fabricated news content as false AI-generated stories targeting Trump and the Pope go viral.
India-Slovakia: Why This Diplomatic Win Matters More Than It Looks
Opinion on the strategic importance of PM Modi’s first-ever visit to Slovakia and the resulting Comprehensive Partnership.
Trump’s 80th Birthday Party at the White House: A New Normal?
Commentary on the optics of hosting UFC fights on the White House lawn to celebrate the president’s birthday.
Luigi Mangione: Murderer or Symbol? America Is Divided
Human interest feature on public opinion around the accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer who has received $1.5 million in donations for his defence.
Is India Ready to Become a Global AI Superpower?
Opinion piece on India’s AI ambitions and the challenges it faces as PM Modi chairs on AI is set up in a Slovakian university.
The Real Cost of AI Data Centres: Water Carbon and Land
A UN scientist’s commentary calling the AI infrastructure boom a ‘new form of imperialism’ due to its environmental footprint.
The World Cup Is Already Full of Surprises — Here’s What It Means for Football
Opinion on the shock results in week one of FIFA 2026 including Cape Verde holding Spain to a goalless draw.
How Social Media Is Replacing Google Search for a New Generation
Commentary on the trend of younger users starting searches on TikTok and YouTube instead of traditional search engines.