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Built on Broken Lives: The Economic Foundation of a Nation

Potret: https://eji.org/report/transatlantic-slave-trade/origins/#slavery-in-the-americas When we speak of the Dutch Golden Age, the narrative often highlights innovation, trade, and maritime dominance that transformed the Netherlands into a global power. The image is...

What Comes After the Papal Election? Big Issues Await the New Pontiff

While the world is busy speculating about who the next pope will be, perhaps the more important question is: what will he do once he’s elected? As the cardinals gather behind the closed doors of the Sistine Chapel, it's not just about choosing a spiritual leader, but...

High Prices and Global Trends Challenge Disney’s Theme Park Attendance

Disney's world-renowned theme parks are beginning to feel the effects of global economic headwinds and shifting travel patterns, as attendance figures continue to decline. Long considered magical escapes for families, Disney’s U.S. parks are now navigating a...
Haiti and the Dominican Republic Begin Dialogue Amid Tensions

Haiti and the Dominican Republic Begin Dialogue Amid Tensions

Haiti has taken an initial step toward dialogue with the Dominican Republic in an effort to improve strained bilateral relations. Jean-Victor Harvel, Haiti's new Foreign Minister, held a meeting with Dominican Ambassador to Haiti, Faruk Miguel Castillo, in the Haitian...

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Inferno in Manila’s Isla Puting Bato Displaces Thousands

Inferno in Manila’s Isla Puting Bato Displaces Thousands

A massive fire engulfed Isla Puting Bato, a crowded shanty town in Tondo, Manila, on Sunday, leaving nearly 8,000 people homeless and destroying over 1,000 stilt houses. The fire began around 8 a.m. and raged for almost eight hours before being declared under control...

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Methanol Poisoning Tragedy in Laos Shakes Tourism Industry

Methanol Poisoning Tragedy in Laos Shakes Tourism Industry

Vang Vieng, Laos, a renowned destination for backpackers, has been plunged into crisis following a suspected methanol poisoning incident that has claimed the lives of six tourists from four countries. Authorities are investigating after travelers consumed contaminated...

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Citgo Auction Heats Up as Creditors Push for New Bids  

Citgo Auction Heats Up as Creditors Push for New Bids  

The court auction for shares in PDV Holding, parent company of Citgo Petroleum, has hit a roadblock as creditors challenge a $7.3 billion bid from Amber Energy, an affiliate of Elliott Investment Management. The auction, aimed at resolving Venezuela’s $21.3 billion...

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Trump Names Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education Nominee

Trump Names Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education Nominee

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Linda McMahon to serve as Secretary of Education, citing her leadership skills and extensive experience in business and public administration. McMahon, co-founder of WWE, previously served as Administrator of the Small...

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A New Era for the Celtics: NBA Franchise Sold for $6 Billion

A New Era for the Celtics: NBA Franchise Sold for $6 Billion

In a landmark transaction that has sent shockwaves through the sports world, the Boston Celtics have been sold for an unprecedented $6 billion, setting a new record for the highest sale price of an NBA franchise. The deal marks a historic moment not only for the...

Zelenskyy Defends Ukrainian Sovereignty Over Nuclear Plants and Crimea

Zelenskyy Defends Ukrainian Sovereignty Over Nuclear Plants and Crimea

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly reiterated that the country’s nuclear power plants belong solely to the Ukrainian people, dismissing recent speculation regarding potential U.S. ownership. Speaking at a news conference in Norway, Zelenskyy asserted...