‘Kin Cloth’ Brings People Together — and Sets Them Apart
At Nigerian weddings, it’s not just the bridesmaids who wear matching attire. Every guest sports a matching outfit to celebrate their unity with the bride and groom as part of the “aso ebi” custom. But “kin cloth” is more than just fabric. It’s a recipe for drama.
The Phantom Far-Right Menace in Germany’s East
Germany’s recent federal election showed a sharp rise in support for the far-right AfD party, which media and political analysts have blamed on voters in the former East Germany. But the data shows a picture that is far more nuanced.
How Desperation Sowed the Seeds of Rebellion in Syria’s Latakia Province
In Syria’s Latakia province, a stronghold of the former Assad regime, the loss of jobs and opportunities and a feeling of being marginalized by the state are leading Alawites to rebel against the new administration.
What Trump 2.0 Might Mean for Russian Cybercrime
Cybercrime has long been a useful foreign policy tool for the Russian state. But observers now wonder if shifting geopolitics, including Donald Trump’s rapprochement with the Kremlin, will impact such activities, for better or worse.
Why Is Dr. Phil Embedded With Federal Agents During Immigration Raids?
Dr. Phil’s recent ride-along with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on a raid serves as an extension of the Trump administration’s messaging about its immigration agenda while taking a form reminiscent of law enforcement reality television shows like “Cops.”