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Drone strikes are a significant development in the evolution of modern warfare, and raise a number of important ethical and…
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Nuclear threat For decades, the possession of nuclear weapons by any nation was considered a self-defeating risk. The fear that…
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Stock market volatility can cause fear and anxiety, even for savviest investors. But understanding the causes of large price swings…
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In a global slowdown, debt vulnerabilities are multiplying. Increasing interest rates, declining growth, and low commodity prices are all raising…
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