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27 Jul 2024 1 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic
Isabella Wilkinson argues that global AI safety lacks a unified definition, resulting in diverse national frameworks that reflect different political values. Despite efforts to harmonize these approaches, significant differences persist, especially...
29 Jun 2024 1 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic
TLDR The Kenyan-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission has started in Haiti to help regain control from gangs and prepare for elections. Despite opposition and concerns over transparency, the mission aims to support the Haitian National Pol...
6 Jun 2024 1 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic
TLDR: The principle of national sovereignty often hampers international responses to genocide, as seen in the current crisis in Sudan. Despite frameworks like the "Responsibility to Protect" doctrine, inconsistent application and geopolitical inter...
5 Jun 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Kawaii4
The deadly golden lancehead snakes living on Snake Island have fast-acting venom which cause a range of nightmarish symptoms. Photo credit: Getty Just off the coast of southern Brazil lies the island of Queimada Grande, known as ‘Snake Island’. Cov...
3 Jun 2024 1 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic
TLDR The crisis in Gaza, worsened by Israel's assault on Rafah, highlights severe humanitarian issues and the ineffectiveness of current aid approaches. International aid fails to address root causes, as donor countries often support Israel militaril...
25 May 2024 10 minute read 0 comments evgenima
If the world hates you, be aware that it hated me before it hated you. Daily Bible Reading: Saturday, May 25, 2024 John 15:18-20, 26-27 (NRSV) 8If the world hates you, be aware that it hated me before it hated you. 19If you belonged to the world,...
25 May 2024 1 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic
The Sahel region of Africa, spanning from Senegal to Sudan, is experiencing a severe "puri-crisis" involving extreme heatwaves, drought, flooding, violence, and displacement. This situation is exacerbating the vulnerabilities of millions of people. ...
23 May 2024 2 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic
Contrary to what many believe, the world isn't experiencing a "de-globalization" trend, and reports of globalization's demise are greatly exaggerated. While global trade in goods may have leveled off, it did so at historically high levels, with some...
17 May 2024 4 minute read 0 comments Vladan Lausevic
TLDR The rapid advancement of AI will significantly impact politics, security, and the global economy, potentially adding $15.7 trillion by 2030. The G7, under Italy's leadership, is crucial for advancing AI governance, adopting International Guid...
16 May 2024 3 minute read 29 comments Vladan Lausevic
International interventions in Haiti have repeatedly failed to achieve lasting peace due to their focus on immediate security over underlying political and economic issues. A new UN-authorized mission led by Kenya risks repeating these mistakes. Effe...
