Why didn’t China intervene to defend partners like Iran or Venezuela? Eric Olander and Andrea Ghiselli explain. Full Analysis - tinyurl.com/4amc5ver

The world is scrambling for lithium, cobalt, and rare earths. Nicolas Niarchos joins Eric Olander & Christian Geraud to discuss how the scramble to control these metals and their production is overturning the world order. Full Analysis - tinyurl.com/4k3ajz5h

China spent decades building an entire ecosystem around critical minerals. The U.S. is trying to catch up through deals. Is it too late? 🎧 New episode out now - tinyurl.com/bdf8c2xk

Chinese development finance in Africa is often framed as an outlier: faster, more demand-driven, and less concerned with governance, corruption, environmental impact, or human rights conditions than traditional lenders. But research by Keyi Tang offers a more nuanced picture.

In our latest episode, we examine what the end of the U.S.-led international order could mean for China’s ambitions, global governance, and the future of great-power competition, with Zongyuan Zoe Liu, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations.

China's Strategy for Iran’s New Leadership Andrea Ghiselli breaks down how Beijing typically navigates political transitions abroad and why pragmatism, not ideology, will likely guide China’s next move. Full Analysis - tinyurl.com/4amc5ver

What Is China’s Global Security Initiative? China’s Global Security Initiative (GSI) is often presented as a new framework for international security cooperation, but is it really new? Paa Kwesi Wolseley Prah breaks down the strategy.

Africa’s rail corridors are no longer just infrastructure projects. They are becoming strategic assets in the global competition over minerals, supply chains, and access to markets. Watch: tinyurl.com/uvf42bt9

Today, private Chinese firms, particularly in green tech and battery manufacturing, are technological leaders that host countries try to attract. Christoph Nedopil explains how private Chinese firms are now driving global expansion.

Panama is now caught in the middle of a growing U.S.-China clash over control of strategic canal ports. Pedro Armada joins Eric to explain why Beijing’s pressure campaign may be escalating and why Panama’s options are narrowing. Watch - tinyurl.com/3d7sxs8w

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#NYC #danceparade : time for King #Tut

Pres Pavel: The fate of Ukraine is central to European security I am convinced that #Ukraine is not only defending 🇪🇺, it is transforming 🇪🇺, its defense industry, military thinking & strategic culture Supporting 🇺🇦 is not a charity. This is a direct investment in Europe's own security 📫:Geraschenko

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LIVE NOW: Searching for endangered and #lostmedia on #VHS we can upload to @archive.org. IS THIS ANYTHING? is live now on Twitch. https://uncom.cc/yc412

The acclaimed action-adventure metroidvania returns. In GRIME 2, master mimicry, forge your own build, and uncover a realm filled with danger and discovery. Out today on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X

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How trump is getting rich off of being president while his followers are paying almost double for everything...and they're here for it...LMFAO 🤣 www.citizensforethics.org/reports-inve...

A pack of Jammie Dodgers - 75p A single Jammie Dodger £1.15 Eh ?

The Buffy the Vampire Reboot has been cancelled, but was it because of some bad blood on set? Senior Director of Strategy @karinjr.bsky.social explains more on the Media Club with @mattdeegan.com Listen and watch now: 📺 https://youtu.be/A8fXjqWofwg 🔈 https://podfollow.com/themediaclub #Podcast

Die Wahrheit. #Neger

Good morning all you amazing critters and welcome to a thrilling Thursday, grab your favorite cup to start an awesome day.

It's taken almost 2 years to get Pawlie to sit on me. They were trapped from a colony and we adopted them after they'd been fostered a bit. Then Palwie had to have a hernia fixed, aftercare made him very distrustful of me. #cats

Backstage, just before #StephenColbert walked out for the final “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” [IG: Paul Mercurio]

Minnesota is pressing forward to build a carbon neutral, equitable & resilient future. Last month, @governorwalz.mn.gov’s administration released its 2026 Climate Action Framework, laying out 400+ actions to mitigate the effects of a warmer, less predictable climate.

Vin Diesel made HOW MUCH voicing Groot?! 😳🪾 Our episode on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is out now! 👉 Listen or watch at DecktheHallmark.com 🎙️✨

This quote from a Trump cabinet member sums up the administration in a nutshell: “Just because it looks like we’re going in the wrong direction doesn’t mean that’s the direction we’re going.” Yes—it really does. 🤦🏿‍♂️

New Lego the Epstein Files drop!

As they continue to try and have us honorably celebrate those who fight for liberation and subjugation, freedom and oppression, democracy and tyranny, hate and love; those of moral consciousness refuse the false moral equivalence and are not confused. Rest In Peace and Power #assatashakur 💪🏾

www.twitch.tv/GrimCheeferG... No Rest for the Wicked Live! In about 30 min @ 6pm EDT! We're continuing our way through the current story content! Let's see about maybe getting a house in yet another game! I can't wait to see you all there! (Also Live on YouTube!) #NoRestForTheWicked #LiveStream

Thank you, Indivisible, and everyone who came out this past Saturday! It’s never been more important to work together to make our communities and our country the best that they can be. #callieforcongress #MI01 #Affordablelife #Indivisible #thankyou #democracy #community #NoKings

Trump says Kennedy Center will close for two years for renovations #midwestagendaartnews #kennedycenter #artsfunding #artandpolitics

CHÒPNBLỌK is more than a restaurant—it’s a hub for West African culture in Houston. Through storytelling, community events, and intentional partnerships, it strengthens our city’s cultural landscape and showcases the power of small businesses to connect and inspire.

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It's so offensive & sleazy using our taxpayer dollars in this #SlushFund We aren't going to let him for these violent thug #Insurrectionists They follow the lead of this #Gangster who currently is the leader of the USA #Traitors

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I spoke with leaders from across Latin America about how we can restore democracy across the hemisphere by fighting for working people.

Some sunny spells Wednesday along with some showers and then rain moving up again Wednesday night. Thursday will see rain but worst of it looks to be staying out West. Friday and Saturday will see some showers too but Sunday and early next week looking largely dry.

🎨✨ Dive into the enchanting world of our new Audrey-inspired gallery! 🌟💋 Explore stunning #AIArt with our FREE SFW galleries on Patreon, or unlock exclusive NSFW content that'll set your imagination ablaze! 🔓🔥 Enjoy a sizzling 35% off with code “INSTAGRAM” at Patreon.com/WetDreamStudios &

i understand the confusion, the NASCAR chairman and CEO who’s relinquishing his role is named jim

WATCH: Elizabeth May is sounding the alarm: C-15 could allow ministers to bypass federal laws outside the Criminal Code for “national interest” projects. If that sounds like a threat to accountability, it’s because it is.

Discover the power of gratitude in transforming setbacks into opportunities for self improvement, illustrating how a simple shift in outlook can lead to significant change. #mindset #success #mirrortalk mirrortalkpodcast.com/how-to-break... Thank you! 🧡

This video covers self #unaliving, so if you need to skip it, I have several trigger warnings! There are some helpful #resources right before the outro, if you need them, but I will also post them separately! #mentalhealth #safety #youreworthit

For this #NationalGardenDay we're getting ready to start digging in the dirt to get the plants in the ground! What are you planting this year?

Friz did this gag in the Bugs Bunny cartoon "Rabbit Every Monday" with Sam

depression: "the world is awful and falling apart." homosexuality: "have you considered the beauty of women in love?" depression: "wait, don't listen to her." homosexuality: "Asumi-chan is forming a polycule, bog witch, a polycule of non-transactional relationships!" depression: "ok; I got nothing."

that probably fixed at least one traffic light

We are marching again on June 14 … horrible !! noking.org

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Fun times in the basement #DeadbyDaylight

❗️Destroyed 🇷🇺Russian T-72B3 tank somewhere on the front line

New video shows a large oil slick, potentially 200 feet long, approaching a popular beach in the wealthy town of Montecito, according to researchers investigating ocean pollution.

With #ScottPelley now fired from #60Minutes Bari Weiss and Nick Bilton have created the new improved MAGA 60 Minutes. NEW PROMO.

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🔨 BORDATA DI DRITTO 🪶 PALLA CORTA Berrettini parte forte contro Juan Manuel Cerundolo e si prende il primo set degli ottavi di finale 💪🏻 #RolandGarros #EurosportTennis #Berrettini

La Jornada de Transferencia del 29 de mayo en IBV-CSIC reunió a expertos biotech y clínicos para compartir experiencias en investigación, innovación y oportunidades profesionales. Gracias a speakers y asistentes 💙 📽️ Revive la jornada en nuestro video recap. #IBVCSIC #TransferenciaTecnológica

Scientists cut HIV out of immune cells using CRISPR. And the cells stayed HIV-free even after re-exposure.

His time can't come soon enough for most of us!