What does data tell us about the secondary effects of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine on economies in the Middle East, Africa, and AsiaOVERVIEWThis report provides a commentary on relevant datasets (mainly on food prices and food inflation) as it …
Day: January 2, 2023
Trust Issues Becoming the Norm
For decades, if not longer, intelligence agencies worldwide have worried about disinformation, whether from adversaries or their own efforts to influence others.It was persistent, and at times pitched, though it was not often on the minds of everyday p…
A Test Of Endurance: Europe Faces A Chilling Couple Of Years, But Russia Stands To Lose The Energy Showdown
In the European Union this winter, fears of rolling blackouts triggered by Russian energy export cuts amid Moscow’s war in Ukraine have subsided thanks to good luck, good weather, and quick action.A warm start to the heating season in October and Novem…
Pelé was ensnared by ‘Brazilian-style racism’ but stood firm as dictatorship tried to keep him playing
As arguably the greatest soccer player of all time is laid to rest, Prof José Paulo Florenzano of the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo considers Pelé’s incredible legacy off the field. This article was originally written in Portuguese.Pelé o…
Third of world in recession this year, IMF Head warns
WASHINGTON— A third of the global economy will be in recession this year, the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned.Kristalina Georgieva said 2023 will be “tougher” than last year as the US, EU and China see their economies slow.It c…