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As regional conflict takes its toll, Dubai’s hoteliers are responding strategically
Strategic closures from Dubai's most-booked hotels signal an optimistic return to form and bet on a post-crisis rebound
What booking a magician for the White House Correspondents’ dinner reveals about the state of press
Donald Trump has never been comfortable under scrutiny. The choice not to book a comedian at this year’s event said more than any punchline ever could.
As the Fifa World Cup 2026 begins, the grass is about to get greener in Vancouver
Preparations for an event the size of the Fifa World Cup can take many forms. None are quite as tedious as this.
Mark Carney’s first fireside chat showed strength in the face of weakness
In Mark Carney’s “fireside chat”, the PM spoke candidly with his constituents, laying out the challenges prompted by an upturned US. Is Carney’s intimate communication style the remedy we need in chaotic times?
Geopolitics might’ve lost its shock value but the Delphi Economic Forum is a good omen for diplomacy
The geopolitical calendar is becoming ever more packed with conferences and summits. But is all of this talk doing any good? We seek some diplomatic divination from Delphi.
Democracy is a disaster online – but in reality it’s still our best option
Winston Churchill once said that ‘Democracy is the worst form of government, except for all the others.’ And in 2026, this assertion is perhaps more relevant than ever.
Why São Paulo should rethink its plan to give up its reputation as an ad-free metropolis
Two decades after the Lei Cidade Limpa, São Paulo faces a return of gaudy large-scale building ads.
Is the reinvention of downtown Cairo Egypt’s most controversial comeback?
The Egyptian capital is fast evolving as developers seek fresh opportunities on its storied streets. Here we investigate whether the restoration of its bustling heart can be done without sacrificing its essence.
‘Focus on the fundamentals – that’s what strengthens the quality of life’: Helsinki’s millennial mayor outlines his plan
We meet Daniel Sazonov, Helsinki’s millennial mayor, to discuss his city’s progress and challenges, from maintaining its green image to diplomatic risk management.
Balancing ethics and efficiency: What is AI’s place in modern wars?
The Pentagon-Anthropic dispute strikes at the heart of the moral minefield that is AI weapons systems.
