If Palestinian cultural critic Edward Said still lived today
May 23, 2024
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Amit Shah vs Yogi: the battle for Modi’s legacy
In every sphere of life, rivalry is quite common. It has its pros and cons depending on the environment. The combative rivalry between Steve Jobs and Bill Gates has helped in building great products. But in the political arena, the rivalry can take ugly shapes. A political rivalry can turn negative or detrimental, especially in a situation where it’s related to succession plans.
Japan’s Kishida faces plummeting public support – can opposition take advantage?
A public opinion poll by the Yomuiri newspaper published on Tuesday put Kishida’s approval rating at 26 per cent, the seventh consecutive month the figure was below the 30 per cent threshold.
British PM Sunak calls for election on July 4
LONDON (Reuters) -- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called a national election for July 4 on Wednesday, saying Britons would be able to choose their future in a vote his Conservatives are widely expected to lose to the opposition Labour Party after 14 years in power.
Song has ended but melody lingers in Hong Kong
When the Hong Kong Court of Appeal recently decided to issue an injunction against the publication of the song “Glory to Hong Kong”, the US government responded with a cacophonous fuss.
India’s Teesta River funding: ambition or illusion?
During a visit to Dhaka on May 8-9, Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra expressed India’s interest in financing the Teesta River project, marking a significant shift in India’s engagement with Bangladesh regarding this long-contested water resource.