The Future of Iran: A North or South Korea Scenario?
The Islamic regime in Iran today looks more like North Korea than ever before, it may want isolation, militarization, and ideological purity. But the people want freedom, prosperity, and peace.
History
JFK and the Burden of Proof
Who knows what really happened a month later in Dallas? But as humans, we need to consider more than only the hard evidence arising from the assassination.
The ‘New Normal’ in India-Pakistan Relations
Operation Sindoor was not about retaliation for Pahalgam but a redefinition of India’s strategic doctrine vis-à-vis terrorism from across the border in Pakistan.
El Pepe
Mujica was a total political animal, but in a world of aseptic, manufactured, and poll-obsessed politicians, he was one of a kind.
This Is Globalizing the Intifada
‘Words matter,’ we are constantly told. It’s true and it’s a lesson we learned anew last week.
Britain Opens the Gates to Islamic Theocracy
Hanson argues that Powell’s warnings about mass immigration and political denial have proven disturbingly prophetic. He explores the immediate and long-term reactions it provoked and draws a direct line to one of the most harrowing and underreported scandals in modern British history.
The Roadblock to New Zealand’s Unity
It’s time to let go of this outdated system and trust in the strength, talent, and voice of Māori New Zealanders to thrive on equal footing with everyone else.
Robert Maudsley: Not Quite Dexter
He’s spent his life in jail for murdering paedophiles, rapists and sex-killers.
Bob Jones, Rabuka and Me
It was classic Bob Jones mischief – mischief was one of the defining qualities of his public life – but it obviously stung Rabuka. He sued for defamation (as I recall, the amount claimed was one million dollars) and as editor of the Dom at the time, I was named as second respondent.
The Nail in the Coffin for Maori Seats
Most New Zealanders will take a look at the disarray Te Pāti Māori have caused with their stunts and their defiance of the rules and agree that time is up for Māori seats.
When Pol Pot Read a Book on Marx
Pol Pot was a well-meaning monster, an idealistic revolutionary who studied in Paris and believed he could purify Cambodia. He wanted to build a better world for the poor – even if millions had to die.