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Beyond Parties: How Local Councils Are Rewriting Climate Policy

Council votes from King’s Lynn to Kent show climate declarations can be reversed, shifting the battle over environmental commitments to local politics.

Why Brazil Should Think Twice Before Embracing Milei’s Economic Model

Experts warn that transplanting Javier Milei’s shock reforms to Brazil could risk social strain, market turbulence and greater external dependence.
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How a Berlin Drama Rekindles Weimar Echoes Without Mirroring Today

The final season of Babylon Berlin returns to 1933, prompting debate on historical parallels and the risks of simplistic comparisons with contemporary Germany.

Why a Stronger Renminbi Won’t Fix Global Imbalances on Its Own

A firmer renminbi alone cannot correct global imbalances; underlying weak domestic demand in China must be addressed for durable adjustment.

Deadly Strike on Riyadh Airport Signals Deeper Shift in Gulf Security

Houthi missile attack on Riyadh airport kills at least 13, wounds 300 and marks a turning point in regional security.

Bardella Fallout: How the Scandal Could Shape Le Pen’s 2027 Bid

Jordan Bardella's antisemitism scandal could fade or force Marine Le Pen to revise plans to make him prime minister after a 2027 win.

Labour hold in Holborn gives Burnham a rare early political lift

Labour held Holborn and St Pancras as Sagal Abdi-Wali beat Green leader Zack Polanski, a result experts say bucks historical by-election trends.

Stable Expansion, Fragile Base: What the Latest Survey Means for Global Policy

Survey finds global growth steady but threatened by inflation and weak public finances; structural reforms seen as essential to lift productivity.