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Senior citizens holding protest signs about pension rights
Politics
Thomas Reynolds

The Ponzi State: How Pay-as-you-go Pensions Threaten Social Democracy

The demographic crisis threatening pay-as-you-go pension systems poses a fundamental challenge to social democratic values. As populations age across developed nations, the intergenerational contract underpinning welfare states faces mounting pressure, demanding progressive solutions that balance solidarity with sustainability.

pensions
social democracy
welfare state
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President Gustavo Petro addressing judicial sovereignty in Colombia
Politics
Thomas Reynolds

Colombia Asserts Judicial Sovereignty in Landmark Challenge to US Extradition Demands

Colombia's rejection of US extradition requests marks a watershed moment in Latin American judicial sovereignty. Under progressive leadership, the nation is asserting its right to handle domestic cases, challenging long-standing power dynamics with Washington and advocating for a more autonomous approach to justice.

Colombia
US Relations
Judicial Sovereignty
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Issa Tchiroma Bakary speaking at presidential candidacy announcement
Politics
Thomas Reynolds

Cameroon's Democratic Shift: Former Regime Loyalist Challenges Status Quo in Presidential Bid

Former Communications Minister Issa Tchiroma Bakary, once a staunch defender of Cameroon's ruling regime, has announced his presidential candidacy in a dramatic political pivot. This unexpected move signals potential cracks in President Paul Biya's four-decade rule and highlights growing demands for democratic reform in the Central African nation.

Cameroon
Democracy
Political Reform
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Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov speaking at SCO summit in China
Politics
Thomas Reynolds

Russia's Defence Minister Raises Alarm Over Global Instability While Defending Ukraine Actions

Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov has issued stark warnings about global instability while defending Moscow's actions in Ukraine at a major SCO summit in China. His remarks highlight growing tensions between Russia and Western allies, while emphasising new security challenges across Eurasia.

Russia
International Relations
SCO
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Zelensky and Trump meeting at NATO summit with visible tension
Politics
Thomas Reynolds

NATO Summit Reveals Deep Rifts as Trump and Zelensky Face Off Over Ukraine Strategy

The NATO summit has exposed critical divisions in Western strategy towards Ukraine, with Trump's ambiguous stance on collective defence and Washington's reluctance to impose new sanctions on Russia causing serious concern. Zelensky's increasingly isolated position highlights the growing gap between democratic rhetoric and strategic action.

NATO
Ukraine
Trump
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Digital screen showing warning symbols against a dark background
Politics
Thomas Reynolds

Wagner's 'Red Room': How Digital Terror Became the New Face of Modern Warfare

Wagner Group has created what observers are calling a 'Netflix of Horror' on Telegram, systematically publishing footage of war crimes and atrocities. This disturbing development represents a new frontier in digital warfare, challenging democratic values and international law enforcement mechanisms.

Wagner Group
digital warfare
human rights
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Zohran Mamdani speaking at campaign rally with diverse crowd of supporters
Politics
Thomas Reynolds

Zohran Mamdani: The Democratic Socialist Reshaping New York Politics

In a stunning victory that reshapes New York's political landscape, democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has won the Democratic primary for mayor. His 'Roti and Roses' campaign, built on radical progressive policies and grassroots mobilisation, signals a significant shift in urban American politics.

US Politics
Progressive Politics
New York
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ukraine war
Politics

Russian strikes on Ukraine kill dozens and spark fresh international alarm

Russian drone and missile attacks kill ten civilians and injure dozens across Kyiv, Odesa, and Kharkiv.

Ukraine
Russia
missile strikes
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