Global Security and the Root Causes of Terrorism
Global security is the ability to protect people from threats that cross national borders, including terrorist attacks, climate change and…
Stock Market Volatility
Stock market volatility is the rate at which stock prices swing up and down. It’s a key factor in how…
Protest Crackdown in China
About this article On 4 June 1989, Chinese troops ruthlessly suppressed peaceful protests by students and workers in Beijing’s Tiananmen…
What is a Trade Agreement?
A trade agreement is a set of rules that two or more countries agree to regulate their economic interactions with…
What is a Peacekeeping Mission?
Peacekeeping mission are military and police-based operations that seek to prevent a resumption of hostilities while diplomats work toward comprehensive…
What Is Political Exile?
Political exile is a situation in which a government loses control of its territory and operates from abroad. A government-in-exile…
How to Spot an Investment Trend
Investment trend is the general direction markets are moving, highlighting areas with growth potential. Understanding how to spot and adapt…
Economic Stimulus
Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Investing in securities such as stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments,…
Recession Fears Resurface
Just a few weeks ago, stock markets were at all-time highs and the R-word (recession) was nowhere in sight. But…
How to Resolve a Border Dispute
A boundary dispute occurs when two neighboring parties disagree about where the official property line between their properties should be.…