3 Months in Istanbul: How I Fell in Love With “The Second Rome”Istanbul is not a perfect city — but it is an extraordinary one.Feb 11Feb 11
Debunking the “Protestant Work Ethic” Myth.Are Catholics poor because they don’t have work ethic, or because they don’t have coal and iron?Feb 6Feb 6
Why Japan is Loved by Taiwan and Hated by KoreaColonialism seen through two very different lenses.Jan 313Jan 313
Greece’s Ex-Royal Family Finally Accepts DemocracyAfter decades of living in exile because they refused to renounce their right to the throne, they have finally done so.Dec 27, 2024Dec 27, 2024
The Vietnamese Billionaire Who Must Find $9 Billion To Escape ExecutionA story of one woman’s crimes — but also of Communist power struggles, Chinese spies, and many, many tonnes of paper.Dec 17, 2024Dec 17, 2024
The Syrian Civil War Is Finally Over — And The Rebels Have WonAfter 14 years, it only took 11 days to topple Assad’s regime. But will the rebels be any better?Dec 12, 202425Dec 12, 202425
When Ukraine Loses The War, Where Will Russia Attack Next?The war might end, but that won’t mean peace.Dec 7, 20242Dec 7, 20242
South Korea Has Just Survived A CoupSo much for being the less chaotic of the two Koreas.Dec 4, 20243Dec 4, 20243
When Did Ancient Rome Actually Fall?Before asking why, ask when; before asking when, ask if.Dec 1, 20242Dec 1, 20242
Why I Loved “Decaying” Hong KongPerhaps the city’s best days are behind it — but what’s left is good enough for me.Nov 25, 20242Nov 25, 20242