Global trade, once the defining feature of modern economic progress, is increasingly becoming the stage for confrontation rather than cooperation. After decades of globalization, where free markets and open borders were the ultimate goals, the pendulum now appears to be swinging in the opposite direction. Tariffs, protectionism, and “domestic-first” policies are making a comeback. The …
The world map, once defined by familiar lines of power and predictable alliances, is being redrawn before our eyes. Not by wars or colonial borders this time—but by strategy, economics, and technology. The post–Cold War consensus that shaped global politics for three decades is eroding, giving way to a multipolar reality where influence is shared, …
Today`s diners aren`t just ordering food—they`re voting with their wallets for businesses that share their values. Sustainability has moved from a nice-to-have to a must-have, especially in the restaurant industry. Yet while many establishments have upgraded their practices, one persistent challenge remains: packaging takeout soups, stews, and other liquid-heavy dishes without creating environmental waste or …
Damien Chazelle’s new film Babylon, which stars Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie, is a “messy, dazzling epic” that is often mesmerising, writes Caryn James.
With a major exhibition and a hit TV show celebrating our love of fixing objects, Rosalind Jana reflects on the restorative power of repair.
