At the Olympics, it’s hard to sideline politics
A short history of political protests, boycotts, and IOC bans.
80 countries just signed a declaration on protecting civilians in war
If it’s not a binding treaty, how can it influence military action? Here’s what research tells us.
Why are Germans losing enthusiasm for helping Ukraine?
It’s not just about energy costs, our research finds. Germans have a deep cultural aversion toward military intervention.
Qatar is taking the heat for FIFA corruption
Investigations into FIFA’s actions reveal the global soccer organization has a long history of bribery and money-laundering. Will that change?
Why are people in West Africa waving Russian flags?
Russian propaganda has a wide reach. Here’s what else is boosting pro-Russian sentiment.
A German word for how others see Germany’s gas crisis: Schadenfreude
If Germany had been nicer to Mediterranean countries when they needed help, they might be nicer now in return.
What’s so funny about a Russian invasion?
Here’s how Kyiv is wielding humor in its information war against Moscow
Ukrainians are rallying global support via social media. But don’t call it a TikTok war.
Here’s what my research finds