How to Make Washington, D.C. the 51st U.S. State.
Time for China and the WHO to Fess Up
The Australian government’s proposal for an independent international enquiry on the COVID 19 crisis is a much-needed constructive initiative.
Australia’s Great Fire and Biblical Justice
The images from the Sydney skyline are so indelible not because the city is located in the developed world, but because they represent the front gates of hell.
Yes, Australia Can Abandon Coal
Experts have concluded that Australia offers an ideal setting for replacing fossil fuels with renewables in electricity generation.
Battery Production: Low-Risk Lithium (and Nickel)
Stable and secure countries produce most of two key metals for battery production.
Energy Extraction Politics in the Renewable Age
Emerging market economies in a post-oil era might find themselves in the same traps when mining for the necessary metals.
Boys in a Thai Cave: The Positive Power of Globalism
The events near Chang Rai powerfully underscore that a “global community” very much exists – and that it can have very positive effects on the lives and well-being of people.
Reforming UNESCO’s World Heritage
Cultural and natural heritage is important to all of us. But we are doing ourselves a disservice if we allow national interests to come before quality.
UK: Commonwealth Hype — A Reality Check
Probing the economic wisdom of the UK leaving the EU’s “Common Wealth” for former imperial shores.
UK: Abandoning Europe, Connecting With Whom Instead?
Brexit divorce will need a good lawyer – and a hot new “girlfriend.”