Engage Central Asia and keep it from falling back into Russia’s orbit

The results of the Russia-Ukraine war will have a profound effect on several regions bordering Russia. Most significantly, a Ukrainian victory, if achieved, will weaken Russia and boost the development of closer political, economic and security ties between Central Asia and the West. Such an outcome would better protect the region from China’s pursuit of … Read more

Harrison Ford’s wife Calista Flockhart, 59, dazzles in figure-hugging suit during Emmy red carpet appearance

Harrison Ford looked totally besotted as he held wife Calista Flockhart’s hand at the Apple TV+ Emmy Awards Post Ceremony Reception. The 81-year-old actor joined his wife of 13 years at the afterparty, as the former Ally McBeal star was presenting at the ceremony. The couple looked super sleek as the Indiana Jones star donned … Read more

China interfered heavily in Taiwan’s election and failed — but next time it could succeed

Saturday was a decisive day in Taiwan’s history. The autonomous island, home to 24 million people, faced crucial decisions as it prepared to elect a new president and parliament. This moment arrived amid escalated tensions with Xi Jinping’s China, which has significantly enhanced its influence while displaying increasing aggression toward Taiwan. In the end, the party … Read more

Andy Murray makes emotional confession about future after crushing Australian Open exit

Andy Murray appeared deflated following his first-round defeat at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Monday. The two-time Wimbledon champion had lost 6-4 6-2 6-2 by 30th seed Tomas Martin Etcheverry.  Hinting that this may have been his final Australian Open tournament, Andy said in a press conference: “It’s a definite possibility that will be … Read more

Displaced Gazans see brief respite in national football team’s match

Displaced men with no access to TV followed the game through WhatsApp groups, sharing updates. Mohamed Souleimane / The National Displaced men with no access to TV followed the game through WhatsApp groups, sharing updates. Mohamed Souleimane / The National Live updates: Follow the latest news on Israel-Gaza About an hour before Palestine’s national team … Read more

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