Erdogan’s ‘Poker Game’ Uses Sweden As Chip: A Subscriber+Exclusive Interview
Exclusive Subscriber+Member Interview — In a flurry of negotiations on the eve of the NATO summit, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan revealed himself as the dealmaker that he is, said…
What Iran is Really After: A Subscriber+Exclusive Interview
EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER+INTERVIEW — Iranian forces recently attempted to seize two oil tankers in separate incidents within a few hours of each other in the Gulf of Oman. The first attack…
Here’s What to Know as Members Meet
CIPHER BRIEF REPORTING — Members of the world’s largest and most powerful security alliance descended on Vilnius, Lithuania over the weekend in what is considered a critical moment for the…
Navigating a Back Injury during My PhD Journey – Core Opulence Music
This blog shares my experiences and milestones as I navigate the challenging yet rewarding path of earning my PhD. This journey isn’t just about documenting successes; it’s also about acknowledging…
U.S.-Iran Stand-Off Hints of Old “Tanker War”
CIPHER BRIEF REPORTING – Less than a month ago, with global attention fixed on the Ukrainian offensive, U.S. Admiral James Stavridis (ret.) sought to open the security aperture a bit…
The Best National Security Beach Reads of the Summer
NEED A GOOD BEACH READ? Things are heating up in the literary world this summer, so in case you’re headed to the beach or the pool to cool off, we…
Monsoon Musings | Verve Magazine
Spaces Photograph by Naomi Shah I noticed the sky becoming overcast, grey clouds throwing shadows on my restive mind — and then, it didn’t rain. The cloudburst that would clear…
India In Fashion: The Impact Of Indian Dress And Textiles On The Fashionable Imagination. Setting The Record Straight — And About Time Too!
Text by Shirin Mehta. With Photography by and Inputs from Asad Sheikh. 1. The entrance to the exhibition featured multiple red arches.2. The sindoor-red walls of the opening lobby…
A Healing Journey from a Herniated Disc – Core Opulence Music
In life, unexpected events can abruptly change our course, leading us down paths we never anticipated. Such was the case for me when a herniated disc left me bedbound, unable…
Everything you need to know about Biden's student loan forgiveness program
Washington CNN — The fate of President Joe Biden’s federal student loan forgiveness program, which promises to deliver up to $20,000 of debt relief for millions of borrowers, lies with…