“I Love Muhammad” in India: Why the Slogan Became a Movement — A Senior-Analyst Brief
Discover why the “I Love Muhammad ﷺ” movement is rising in India, its roots in Hindutva politics, Muslim grievances, and its impact on society & global image.
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Why India is among the worst-hit by misinformation — and what that damage looks like
How misinformation and disinformation spread across India, why the country is vulnerable, and the social, political and international harms — with remedies that can work.
The Role of Mesopotamia in Modern-Day Astrology and Astronomy
Discover how ancient Mesopotamians pioneered predictive science by recording eclipses, planetary cycles, and omens. Learn how their blend of astronomy and astrology shaped both modern science and horoscopes.
Astrology and Empire: How the Sky Governed Mesopotamia
In ancient Mesopotamia, the sky was not just a backdrop — it was a message board from the gods. Kings depended on astrologers to interpret eclipses, comets, and planetary alignments before deciding on wars, harvests, or state rituals. Far from being superstition, this fusion of astronomy and divination became a system of statecraft that legitimized rulers and shaped empires. Babylonian astrology later influenced Persia, Greece, and Rome, making Mesopotamia the birthplace of the political use of the stars.
DIY Biology and Community Labs: The Promise and Peril of Citizen Science in the 21st Century
DIY biology and community labs are transforming science from elite institutions to grassroots movements. Discover their promise for innovation and education — and the hidden risks of safety, regulation, and misuse.
Power Is Spreading Fast: How Democratized Biotechnology Threatens Global Security
The tools of modern biology are no longer locked in elite labs — CRISPR, DNA synthesis, and viral engineering are spreading fast. This democratization brings promise for medicine and agriculture but also raises global risks of misuse, accidents, and weak governance. Here’s why the world must pay attention now.
India at the Crossroads: Demography, Polarisation and Global Credibility
A senior-analyst deep dive into India’s future: demographics, poverty, BJP–RSS polarisation, diaspora backlash, separatist pressures, and global credibility risks.
Trump at UNGA 2025: Why His Speech Shook Allies and Redefined U.S. Power
Trump’s fiery UN speech rejected climate science, attacked allies, and undermined the UN. Here’s why it may accelerate the decline of U.S. global leadership.
Israel Rejects Palestine — What Europe, Arab States & Trump Will Do
Major Western recognitions of a Palestinian state reshuffle the diplomatic map. What if Israel refuses? A deep analysis of Europe/Arab options, Trump’s likely moves, and Palestine’s future.
Why Europe Is Recognizing Palestine — and Breaking Ranks with Washington
European governments are recognizing Palestine and diverging from the U.S. — driven by Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, domestic politics, and strategic autonomy.