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In journalism, we are trained to look for the “who,” the “what,” and the “where.” But increasingly, the “why” of today’s geopolitical conflicts remains buried under layers of immediate political posturing. A recent episode of Al Jazeera’s Reframe, titled “Is capitalism fuelling today’s wars?”, featuring host Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla and economic anthropologist Jason Hickel, challenges the media’s conventional narrative. It forces a critical question: Are we reporting on isolated crises, or are we witnessing the systemic output of global capitalism? By Newswriters News Desk Beyond the “Conflict as Anomaly” Narrative ​Mainstream coverage often treats wars—be it in the Middle East, Eastern Europe,…

France has banned social media access for children under 15, requiring platforms to introduce strict age verification. The landmark legislation aims to curb cyberbullying, online addiction and harmful content, setting a precedent that could reshape child online safety regulations across Europe. By Newswriters News Desk France has become the first country in the European Union to ban access to social media platforms for children under the age of 15, marking a significant step in the global debate over protecting young people from the harmful effects of excessive online engagement. The legislation, approved by both houses of the French Parliament, is…

In journalism, we are trained to look for the “who,” the “what,” and the “where.” But increasingly, the “why” of today’s geopolitical conflicts remains buried under layers of immediate political posturing. A recent episode of Al Jazeera’s Reframe, titled “Is capitalism fuelling today’s wars?”, featuring host Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla and economic anthropologist Jason Hickel, challenges the media’s conventional narrative. It forces a critical question: Are we reporting on isolated crises, or are we witnessing the systemic output of global capitalism? By Newswriters News Desk Beyond the “Conflict as Anomaly” Narrative ​Mainstream coverage often treats wars—be it in the Middle East, Eastern Europe,…

By Newswriters News Desk The following is an original summary based on the article “AI: the key battleground for Cold War 2.0?” by Evgeny Morozov, published in the May 2023 issue of Le Monde diplomatique. Readers interested in the complete analysis and the author’s detailed arguments should consult the original article. Playing Tetris: visitors to the observatory at the Abeno Harukas skyscraper in Osaka can play the game projected on a huge wall, 30 November 2017. The Asahi Shimbun · Getty (Courtesy: Le Monde) Artificial intelligence has rapidly emerged as one of the defining arenas of strategic competition between the…

Cold War 2.0 is transforming international politics, economics, technology, and security. Unlike the ideological rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union during the twentieth century, the new Cold War revolves around artificial intelligence, cyber warfare, semiconductors, supply chains, and strategic influence. This article explains the origins, characteristics, major players, and global implications of Cold War 2.0, while examining why many experts believe the world has entered a new era of great-power competition. By Muneshwar Prasad The term Cold War 2.0 has increasingly become part of discussions on international relations, strategic affairs, and global politics. Diplomats, military analysts, journalists,…

The War on Iran upended global markets, but for a select group of industries, the conflict proved extraordinarily lucrative. From oil majors and defense giants to Wall Street trading desks and prediction market speculators, here is a data-driven look at who captured the biggest corporate windfalls from the crisis. By Newswriters Editorial Desk Nearly four months after the United States and Israel launched their initial strikes against Iran, the geopolitical landscape stands at a critical juncture. The conflict has upended global trade, triggered massive energy price spikes, and injected severe volatility into international markets. As negotiators convene in Switzerland under…

Ukraine’s war with Russia has become more than a military conflict—it has evolved into a testing ground for the future of warfare. Driven by necessity, Ukraine has built a dynamic ecosystem of drones, artificial intelligence, battlefield data, and defense startups that is reshaping how wars are fought and how military technologies are developed. As the country transforms hard-earned combat experience into a global export, it is offering the world a glimpse of an emerging era in which data, algorithms, and rapid innovation may prove as decisive as tanks, aircraft, and soldiers. This article examines how Ukraine’s battlefield innovations are influencing…

A recent commentary challenging India’s conventional approach to China has reignited debate over the true nature of India-China relations. Questioning the notion of “armed coexistence,” Pravin Sawhney of the Force channel argues that China does not view India as a peer competitor and points to economic, technological, and military asymmetries between the two countries. This analysis examines the key arguments, their implications, and what they reveal about the evolving balance of power in Asia. By Muneshwar Prasad Rethinking the Debate on India-China Relations India-China relations remain one of the most consequential geopolitical relationships in Asia. Despite periodic diplomatic engagement and…

Newswriters.in and CommCraft — digital educational platforms founded by Subhash Dhuliya, former Professor at IGNOU, CURAJ and IIMC — are hosting an online workshop on Data Visualization, Interpretation & Storytelling. Scheduled for Saturday, 12 June, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Seats are limited so enroll at the earliest. Enrollment link given in the attached brochutr. A limited number of scholarships are available for students. Those interested in availing the scholarship may write to sdhuliya@gmail.com with the subject line: Scholarship. Contact: commcraft19@gmail.com

A decade after the Brexit referendum, the Pew Research Center argues that the vote to leave the European Union was not merely a British political event but a turning point in global politics. Brexit exposed deep public dissatisfaction with political elites, economic uncertainty, globalization, and cultural change. These concerns have since fueled the rise of right-wing populist movements across Europe and beyond, reshaping political debates on immigration, national identity, sovereignty, and democracy itself. By Newswriters News Desk The Brexit referendum of June 2016 is widely regarded as one of the most consequential political events of the 21st century. The Pew…