Karen Assaulters

... and how to get recompense for PTSD A viral incident at a Chicago CTA train station involved a white woman falsely accusing a Black man of stealing her bag. Video footage shows the man calmly insisting the bag was his while the woman repeatedly shouted accusations, drawing the attention of bystanders. Before police arrived … Continue reading Karen Assaulters

US v Venezuela

When people hear that the United States has “sanctioned” a country like Venezuela, the assumption is often that it’s a diplomatic slap on the wrist—or something close to war. The reality is more complex, more powerful, and far more consequential for ordinary businesses and individuals. At the same time, rhetoric around “regime change” or dramatic … Continue reading US v Venezuela

Murtala

Forty nine years ago today, on Friday 13th February 1976, barely six months in office as Nigeria's Military Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Mohammed was assassinated on his way from his Ikoyi home to his office in Dodan Barracks. Murtala was born on November 8, 1938, in Kano State, Nigeria. His father, Risqua Muhammed, … Continue reading Murtala

Why China is So Good at Engineering

China's impressive engineering prowess can be attributed to a combination of strategic leadership, education reform, and investment in research and development. The country's transformation into an engineering powerhouse began in the late 1970s when Deng Xiaoping, then China's leader, visited Japan and was fascinated by the country's high-speed trains, roads, and rapid industrialization. Deng recognized … Continue reading Why China is So Good at Engineering