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2024
‘Reaping what you sow’: Why Trump’s assassination attempt is unworthy to steal headlines
The shooting in Pennsylvania is the fruit of the toxic tree Trump, and consecutive US administrations, have cultivated. It's time our headlines focus on what actually matters.
‘If it ain’t broke... break it’: How the US betrayed free speech and the First Amendment
From hounding WikiLeaks' Assange to stifling peaceful students protesting genocide, America has abandoned its democratic values along with all notions of decency.
“We’ve seen this before”: Inside Israel’s war on truth, journalists and the free media
Amidst rising violence and a tightening grip on truth, Israel's aggressive campaign against journalists mirrors tactics used by history's most oppressive regimes.
‘Embracing genocide’: How Iranian monarchists are championing Israel's deadly onslaught on Palestine
What compels one of the largest Iranian opposition groups, itself victim to despotism, to align with a state engaged in systematic oppression of Palestinians? A desperate bid for relevance.
Looking away from Gaza will not assuage our conscience; only action will
A genocide in Palestine is unfolding right before our eyes, a saga of despair and devastation that many in the West, cocooned in a bubble of comfort and convenience, choose to ignore.
The end of a charade: Israel's collapse under global condemnation
Wealth and media backing notwithstanding, Israel's facade crumbles, losing its grip on legitimacy. Facing isolation, its existence as a recognised state teeters towards an inevitable demise.
To be or not to be European alone — The Gordian Magazine
Welcome to the February issue of The Gordian Magazine. In this edition, we venture into the depths of a question that has, for centuries, puzzled and provoked: "To be or not to be European alone". As we stand at the crossroads of history, the fabric of our collective identity is being stretched and tested by the forces of nationalism and globalisation, each tugging in its direction.
Revitalising Global Engagement: The Case for a United Nations Peace Corps
A UN Peace Corps can transform global indifference into active engagement, leveraging the American Peace Corps model to foster international cooperation and make a tangible impact in the global South.
'No place for the politicisation of aid': Why the West's UNRWA fund cuts are nakedly political
While accountability for wrongdoing of UNRWA is necessary, collective punishment that exacerbates the suffering of the vulnerable is neither just nor effective.
How Michelangelo’s "Fruit Basket" captures the fleeting essence of life
In Caravaggio's 'Fruit Basket', a mere wicker basket and its contents emerge as a profound meditation on life, light and the passage of time, showcasing the artist's early genius.
Is UK's North Sea Drilling Plan a Sustainable Solution? An Impact Assessment Report
The UK's North Sea oil strategy grapples with immediate energy benefits versus long-term environmental and economic costs, amid energy security and climate concerns.
Wealth at Whistle's Blow: The Importance of Financial Planning for Athletes
With ink drying on contracts worth millions, young athletes step into a world of wealth and responsibility. How do they handle this sudden fortune, and what impact does it have on their futures?
To be or not to be European alone: Horizons of EU expansion
Can the EU redefine what it means to be European in a globally connected world?
Julia Hartley-Brewer's racism is a common reality for brown man - I know, having experienced it firsthand
Julia Hartley-Brewer's sexist and racist remarks to her guest, Mustafa Barghouti, reflect a troubling norm in many workplaces.
2023
Frail and Ambiguous Words: How Diplomacy Hinders Peace in Gaza
In the UN's high-stakes negotiations, a pivotal linguistic duel over 'cessation' versus 'suspension' casts Gaza's fate into uncertainty.
António Guterres Named as the UN-aligned Person of the Year
Challenging superpowers and advocating, António Guterres, UN-aligned Person of the Year, embodies a paradoxical crusade for change from within the system.
The Gordian Companion 2023: Your Stories from a Year on Edge
Introducing The Gordian Companion (2023) – not just a book, but a journey into the heart of groundbreaking citizen journalism. Order your copy today.
UN-aligned's 2023 Annual General Meeting
We are thrilled to extend an invitation to all our members for the UN-aligned 2023 Annual General Meeting, scheduled for Thursday, December 14th, 2023.
How Caravaggio's 'The Burial of Saint Lucy' Transforms the Divine into the Earthly
Caravaggio's portrayal, St. Lucy forsakes heavenly glory for a gritty burial scene, which reflects the artist's personal struggles and innovative use of light.
Redefining Peacekeeping: The Case for a United Nations Corps of Peacekeeping Engineers
A proposed UN Corps of Peacekeeping Engineers could shift the focus from mere conflict containment to active infrastructural revival in war-torn states.
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