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[Opinion] Will Russia take more than 20 percent of Ukraine’s territory?

Jul 19, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about Global Culture Wars & the Russia-Ukraine War

Jul 15, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Hi Bro, NATO Summit, Culture Wars, French Elections & More!

Jul 14, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Storylines in Global Commodities: China Oil Demand, EU Elections & American…

Jul 13, 2024

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[Opinion] What are the issues of cultural values and social integration in the US and EU?

Jul 12, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about RAND, NATO & the Russia-Ukraine War

Jul 8, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Medium Success, Solar Energy Production, Russia-NATO War, Joe Biden & More!

Jul 7, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Storylines in Global Commodities: Global Oil Markets, Coal Mine Explosion &…

Jul 6, 2024

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[Opinion] Has Russia sought to undermine every effort by Ukraine to draw closer to NATO?

Jul 5, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about Democracies, Russian Information Warfare &…

Jul 1, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Biden-Trump Debate, Russia Information War, China Tariffs, Democracy…

Jun 30, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Storylines in Global Commodities: Chinese Steel Production, AI Energy…

Jun 29, 2024

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[Opinion] EVs are a critical topic for the Section 301 tariffs on China-origin products!

Jun 28, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about the Russia-Ukraine War & Vladimir Putin

Jun 24, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Trump Fundraising, Lonely Entrepreneurs, US Energy Profile, Vladimir Putin &…

Jun 23, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Storylines in Global Commodities: US Agriculture & Oil Market Trends in the…

Jun 22, 2024

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[Opinion] Does Vladimir Putin see the world in terms of East vs West?

Jun 21, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about Geopolitical Trends & Global Commodities Markets!

Jun 17, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Startup Tips, California Agriculture, European Energy Storage, US Crime Rate…

Jun 16, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Storylines in Global Commodities: Global Oil & Gas Market Trends in the Past…

Jun 15, 2024

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[Opinion] I never would’ve expected for the pro-Palestinian protests to erupt like this!

Jun 14, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about Current Affairs Topics & the Global Economy!

Jun 10, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] New York Congestion, Solar Energy Investments, Somalian Energy Profile…

Jun 9, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Storylines in Global Commodities: Oil & Gas Markets, US Farm Labor Laws &…

Jun 8, 2024

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[Opinion] Is the United States succumbing to pressure from Ukraine?

Jun 7, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about Starbucks Coffee, AI Music Generators, Geopolitical…

Jun 3, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Solar Cells, About Paul, Trump Legal Case, EV Dreams, Middle East Politics &…

Jun 2, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Storylines in Global Commodities: OPEC+ Meeting, Australian Coal & US Farm…

Jun 1, 2024

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[Opinion] Does Assad’s desire to meet with US leaders signal a turn of events in the Middle East?

May 31, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about The Netherlands Politics, World Religions &…

May 27, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Entrepreneurship Journey, Whole-Fruit Chocolate, Moscow Shakeup, Gaza Strip…

May 26, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Storylines in Global Commodities: Global Copper Markets, Russia-China Pipeline…

May 25, 2024

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[Opinion] Will Russia focus on developing military-to-military ties with other countries?

May 24, 2024

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[World Spotlight] Conversations on Medium about China Economy, Senegal Protests, Russian Oil &…

May 20, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Electrical Engineer, Marijuana Reclassification, Atacama Desert Solar…

May 19, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] The Week’s Storylines in Global Commodities: US LNG, China Battery Metals &…

May 18, 2024

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[Opinion] Georgia’s hopes for EU integration are likely to be stymied by this Foreign Aid Bill!

May 17, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Pro-Palestinian Protests & Saudi Arabia-China Energy Cooperation on…

May 12, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Entrepreneurship, US Airman, Eco-Packaging, Russia’s Warning, American…

May 12, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] The Week’s Storylines in Global Commodities: Global LNG Exports, US Bird Flu…

May 11, 2024

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[Opinion] Do pro-Palestinian protests on American campuses reveal that technology has changed how…

May 10, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Vladimir Putin’s Nuclear Threat & BHP Group-Anglo American Mining…

May 5, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Mining AI, US-Kazakhstan Military, Robert Kennedy, US Abortion Hunts, UCLA…

May 5, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] The Week’s Storylines in Global Commodities: US Offshore Wind, Bird Flu & BHP…

May 4, 2024

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[Opinion] Nuclear threats have been on the table ever since Russia invaded Ukraine!

May 3, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] The Week’s Storylines in Global Commodities

Apr 27, 2024

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[Opinion] Is China’s economy going through a significant shift in strategic goals?

Apr 26, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Iran’s Nuclear Threat & Advanced Technologies for Global…

Apr 21, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Trump Trial, Solar Masterclass, Iran Strike, Rwandan Genocide, Chinese EVs &…

Apr 21, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Data Traceability in US Cattle & Brazil’s Renewable Energy Mining Project…

Apr 20, 2024

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[Opinion] Is the Iranian nuclear issue related to Israel’s security?

Apr 19, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Hungarian Corruption in Politics & Russia-EU Energy Markets on…

Apr 14, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Pol Pot, Africa Cocoa, US Politics, Electromobility, Hungary Politics…

Apr 14, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Russia LNG Exports & Swiss Government Climate Case Bring Energy Markets Into…

Apr 13, 2024

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[Opinion] These issues are deeply embedded within the corrupt system of Hungary’s political…

Apr 12, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Ukrainian Energy Risks & ESG Headlines on World Future Trends

Apr 7, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Top 10 Trending Stories In Areas & Producers Right Now!

Apr 7, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] The US Farm Bill & Top Global Energy Emissions Take ESG Headlines This Week

Apr 6, 2024

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[Opinion] What is Russia capable of doing to Ukraine’s energy system?

Apr 5, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Apple CEO Tim Cook’s Visit to China & Global Commodities Markets on…

Mar 31, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Top 10 Trending Stories In Areas & Producers Right Now!

Mar 31, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] ESG & Production Issues Are Taking Hold of Commodities Markets This Week

Mar 30, 2024

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[Opinion] Where else would Apple be able to go for microchips and lithium-ion batteries?

Mar 29, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Russia’s Threats to International Order & CERAWeek 2024 on World…

Mar 24, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Top 5 Stories About War & History Topics In Areas & Producers This Week

Mar 24, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Industry Executives Draw Attention to Future US Policies at CERAWeek 2024

Mar 23, 2024

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[Opinion] Russia makes good on its threats to disrupt the international order!

Mar 22, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of the Trump-Orban Meeting & Global Energy Topics on World Affairs

Mar 17, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Top 5 Stories About Current Affairs Topics In Areas & Producers This Week

Mar 17, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Russia’s & Israel’s Energy Topics Grabbed Headlines This Week

Mar 16, 2024

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[Opinion] Does Donald Trump see a tactical advantage in siding with Hungary’s PM Victor Orban?

Mar 15, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of the Israel-Hamas War & Global Commodities Markets on World Affairs

Mar 10, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Here Are The Top Ten Stories In Areas & Producers This Week!

Mar 10, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] PDAC 2024 Keynote Speaker Talks Global Commodities & Geopolitical Tensions

Mar 9, 2024

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[Opinion] This makes me think of the video game Call of Duty!

Mar 8, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Russia-NATO Strategy & Global Energy Markets on World Affairs

Mar 3, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Australian Hydrogen, Google Gemini, Japan’s Mining Industry, NATO Strategy &…

Mar 3, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] CEO of Woodside Energy Meg O’Neill Talks Global Energy Prices & LNG Demand

Mar 2, 2024

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[Opinion] Is Russia willing to go to war with NATO forces?

Mar 1, 2024

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[World Spotlight] The Impact of Russian Aggression & Global Food Inflation on World Affairs

Feb 25, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Top 5 Trending Stories in Areas & Producers Right Now!

Feb 25, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Nestlé CEO Mark Schneider Talks Food Inflation & Commodities Prices in 2024

Feb 24, 2024

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[Opinion] Is Russia becoming more dangerous and ruthless toward Ukraine?

Feb 23, 2024

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[World Spotlight] About the Putin-Carlson Interview & Russian Energy Sanctions

Feb 18, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Photosynthesis, Alexei Navalny, New York, Wind Power & Putin-Carlson!

Feb 18, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] CEO of Austrian Oil & Gas Giant Talks Russia Sanctions and Ukraine War at…

Feb 17, 2024

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[Opinion] Americans should just feel lucky that one of their reporters lived to die another day!

Feb 16, 2024

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[World Spotlight] About the US Border Crisis & Global Copper Market Trends

Feb 11, 2024

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Feb 11, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] CEO of Global Mining Giant Freeport-McMoran Talks Copper Prices & Strategy

Feb 10, 2024

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[Opinion] This era of the US border crisis appears to be spiraling out of control!

Feb 9, 2024

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[World Spotlight] About US-Africa Relations & Global Construction Market Trends

Feb 4, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Elon Musk, US-Africa Relations, UPS Workforce, Ukrainian Unity Day & More!

Feb 4, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Holcim CEO Talks Construction Market Leadership for North American Business

Feb 4, 2024

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[Opinion] Is the Lobito Corridor a risky investment for US-Africa relations going forward?

Feb 2, 2024

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[World Spotlight] About Ukraine’s Future & Trends For Global Food Manufacturing in 2024

Jan 29, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Barbie, President Zelensky, Uranium Market, Regenerative Revolution & More!

Jan 29, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Nestlé’s New Factory in Arizona Reveals How the Company Is Responding to…

Jan 27, 2024

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[Opinion] Does President Zelensky’s legislation proposal send a strong signal to Russia about…

Jan 26, 2024

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[World Spotlight] About China’s World Relations & Global Food Inflation in 2024

Jan 21, 2024

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[Top Trending Stories] Oxford, China Energy, Israel Genocide, AUKUS 2024 & More!

Jan 21, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] JM Smucker CEO Mark Smucker Reveals How Food Input Costs Are Affecting US…

Jan 20, 2024

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[Opinion] It’s all about China!

Jan 19, 2024

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[World Spotlight] About the 2024 Taiwan Elections & Global Commodities Markets Outlook

Jan 14, 2024

The Impact of the Taiwan Elections and Global Commodities Markets on World Affairs

[Top Trending Stories] CES 2024, Apple/Amazon, Circular Battery Economy, South China Sea & More!

Jan 14, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Goldman Sachs Commodities Veteran Jeff Currie Talks 2024 Outlook For Global…

Jan 13, 2024

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[Opinion] Is the South China Sea dispute a higher priority for US-China relations than Taiwan?

Jan 12, 2024

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[World Spotlight] About the US Maritime Strategy & Middle East Defense Planning

Jan 7, 2024

The Impact of US Maritime Strategy and Middle East Defense Planning on World Affairs

[Top Trending Stories] Red Sea Attacks, Germany Power Industry, Year Of Elections & More!

Jan 7, 2024

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[Industry Talk Time] Professor of International Relations Aurel Braun Talks Middle East War &…

Jan 6, 2024

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[Opinion] The US has been patiently waiting to flex its muscles in the maritime domain!

Jan 5, 2024

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[World Spotlight] About the US Republicans New Strategy & the 2024 US Economic Outlook

Dec 31, 2023

The Impact of the 2024 US Elections and Global Risks on World Affairs

[Top Trending Stories] China Solar Factory, Music Books, US Economy & Bidenomics

Dec 31, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] Chief Investment Officer & Strategist at Bank of America Talk 2024 US Economic…

Dec 30, 2023

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[Opinion] It’s 2024, a whole new world is taking shape, and the Republicans need a new strategy!

Dec 29, 2023

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[World Spotlight] About the United States Perspective & the Near-Term Impacts from Global Mining…

Dec 24, 2023

The Impact of the United States and Global Mining Projects on World Affairs

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Dec 24, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] First Quantum Minerals CEO Talks Near-Term Impacts From Panama Copper Mine…

Dec 23, 2023

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[Opinion] Is the United States an invented country?

Dec 22, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] Highlights & Quotes from the COP28 Summit in Dubai

Dec 17, 2023

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[Opinion] It’s amazing how politics and economics shape entire regions!

Dec 15, 2023

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[World Spotlight] About the Russia- Ukraine War & Global Consumer Trends Going Into 2024

Dec 10, 2023

The Impact of the Russia-Ukraine War and Global Consumption on World Affairs

[Top Trending Stories] Biology, Taylor Swift, COP28 & More!

Dec 10, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] CEOs of Walmart & McDonald’s Discuss Global Consumer Trends This Week

Dec 9, 2023

CEOs of the leading American multi-national companies Walmart and McDonald’s both broke the headlines this week. You can see the CNBC…

[Opinion] Why is the Kremlin’s existential fear of social disintegration and revolution related to…

Dec 8, 2023

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[World Spotlight] About the Future of International Politics and Business Advertising on X

Dec 3, 2023

The Impact of Donald Trump and Elon Musk on World Affairs

[Top Trending Stories] Europe’s E-Trucks, Charlie Munger’s Death & EU Politics

Dec 3, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] Walmart Executives Defend Company’s Position To Stop Using X For Advertising

Dec 2, 2023

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[Opinion] The effect Trump had on the world will leave a long-lasting impact on international…

Dec 1, 2023

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[World Spotlight] About the US-China Relationship and Global Economy Going Foward

Nov 26, 2023

The Impact of US-China Relations on World Affairs

[Top Trending Stories] EV Dreams, Sabbatical Ideas, US-China Meeting & More!

Nov 26, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] McDonald’s CEO Talks China Market & Grimace Shake

Nov 25, 2023

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[Opinion] Is the US-China meeting in San Francisco similar to international events of 1972?

Nov 24, 2023

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[World Spotlight] About the Energy Transition and Global Economy Going Forward

Nov 19, 2023

The Impact of Energy & Mining on World Affairs

[Top Trending Stories] Pakistan’s Economy, US Lithium Mines, Exxon’s EV Batteries Investment & More!

Nov 19, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] Former Mining CEO Talks Coal, Energy Transition & Resource Nationalism In…

Nov 18, 2023

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[Opinion] Is rising supply of solar panels causing the peak oil demand scenario in global energy…

Nov 17, 2023

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[World Spotlight] Anti-Mining Protests In Panama Are Getting Ugly!

Nov 12, 2023

Everyone who is following global mining projects or Latin America issues has probably been hearing a lot about Bolivia and Panama recently…

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Nov 12, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] Global Mining CEO Talks Copper, Energy Transition & Middle East War This Week

Nov 11, 2023

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[Opinion] Did Hamas and their supporters have more time to make the strike?

Nov 10, 2023

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[World Spotlight] Bolivia’s & Panama’s Mining Prospects Are Both Hot International Issues Right Now

Nov 5, 2023

Everyone who is following global mining projects or Latin America issues has probably been hearing a lot about Bolivia and Panama this…

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Nov 5, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] The Mosaic Company’s Case Against Morocco’s OCP & Russia’s Fertilizer Exports

Nov 4, 2023

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[Opinion] Is there a stigma around this type of thinking in Ukraine?

Nov 3, 2023

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[World Spotlight] New Kazakhstan Gas Pipeline Expects To Boost Russian Energy Supplies To Global…

Oct 29, 2023

Kazakhstan-Russia Energy Ties

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Oct 29, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] Stellantis Is Getting Closer To A Labor Deal With UAW Union At USA Auto Plants

Oct 28, 2023

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[Opinion] Comparing Ukrainian politics to American politics is preposterous!

Oct 27, 2023

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[World Spotlight] India’s Rise In 2023 Is An Important Catalyst For Future US & EU Industrial…

Oct 22, 2023

India Prime Minister Modi’s Visit To Washington DC

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Oct 22, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] Nestlé Shuts Down Operations In Response To China’s Demographic Trends

Oct 21, 2023

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[Opinion] Every kid who has a smartphone watches videos and downloads apps like crazy!

Oct 20, 2023

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World Spotlight: G7 Price Cap On Russian Energy Exports Is A Test For Future US & EU Sanctions

Oct 15, 2023

Russian fuel exports are going up despite U.S. and EU sanctions and the G7’s price cap on energy exports from Russia. Not only are the…

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Oct 15, 2023

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[Industry Talk Time] BHP Group Makes Deal With Unions At Chilean Copper Mine

Oct 14, 2023

Going into this weekend there was a story that just barely slipped by in the world of international business news…

Opinion: This all reminds me of Cold War history jargon!

Oct 13, 2023

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World Spotlight: Attacks On Israel Are Relevant To Global Oil Markets

Oct 8, 2023

There was an attack on Israel during the weekend

Here’s The News About Global Commodities From Areas & Producers This Week!

Oct 8, 2023

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Industry Talk Time: The Bunge-Viterra Merger Is Kind Of A Big Deal!

Oct 7, 2023

Going into this weekend there was a story that just barely slipped by in the world of international business news…

Opinion: No expectations for a short war in Ukraine!

Oct 6, 2023

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World Spotlight: Latin American Countries Are Getting Investors Attention In Global Commodities…

Oct 1, 2023

Read about updates on Brazil, Argentina, Guyana & Panama

Here Are The Main News Stories From Areas & Producers This Week!

Oct 1, 2023

This is the popular content about Investing, Energy & Electric Vehicles from the publication Areas & Producers this week

Industry Analysis: US Farm Equipment & Agriculture Technologies Reveal Upside To Global Market…

Sep 30, 2023

Going into this weekend there was a story that just barely slipped by in the world of international business news

Opinion: Why was I called a “cruel psychopath” for my comments?

Sep 29, 2023

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World Spotlight: China Is Slowly Revealing Its Cards To Russian & American Diplomats

Sep 24, 2023

This week was a big one for international diplomacy. You might not have heard that Chinese diplomats visited with both of their Russian and…

15 Stories About Technology Trending In Areas & Producers This Week!

Sep 24, 2023

There were a total of 15 stories trending in Technology published by the writing community in Areas & producers this week

Industry Analysis: McDonald’s Makes Big Changes To Its Corporate Reorganization & Marketing…

Sep 23, 2023

Going into this weekend there was a story that just barely slipped by in the world of international business news

Opinion: Here Comes Another Excuse To Blame Global Mining Projects For The World’s Problems!

Sep 22, 2023

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World Spotlight: Turkey’s Future Role in the Black Sea & Balkan Region

Sep 17, 2023

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Producers Compilation

Sep 16, 2023

Taseko Mines, Saudi Aramco-Stellantis, BP, Chevron, US Shale

Areas Compilation

Sep 16, 2023

North America, Permian Basin, India-China, Russia-Ukraine

Here’s What Was Published In Areas & Producers This Week!

Sep 10, 2023

Curious About Culture, Intellectual About The World

Mining & World News Compilation

Sep 9, 2023

Read about BHP’s Labor Disputes in the publication Areas & Producers this week

Business & Tech News Compilation

Sep 9, 2023

Read about Disney’s CEO transition in the publication Areas & Producers this week

Here’s What Was Published In Areas & Producers This Week!

Sep 3, 2023

Curious About Culture, Intellectual About The World

Roles of the United States, China & Russia: Key Issues, Future Scenarios, Strategic Challenges &…

Sep 1, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) newsletter is looking at international issues affecting publicly-traded companies operating in the global markets…

World News Stories This Weekend

Aug 27, 2023

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BRICS 2023 Summit: Expansion Comes at the Expense of Food Security

Aug 25, 2023

The BRICS 2023 Summit was held this week in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) covered…

Analysis: What’s Happening In The Black Sea Right Now?

Aug 18, 2023

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Arms Deals & Defense Cooperation During Russia-Ukraine War Reveal A Critical Shift In The Black Sea

Aug 12, 2023

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How The Scenarios In Russia’s Arctic Strategy & EU’s Industrial Policies Will Affect Global Markets

Aug 11, 2023

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Is The G7 Price Cap On Russian Energy Exports Causing Countries To Rethink Future Industrial…

Aug 11, 2023

It was reported this week that Russian fuel exports are going up despite U.S. and EU sanctions and the G7’s price cap on energy exports…

Report: Brazil’s & Russia’s Fertilizer Diplomacy Is A Critical Shift For Emerging Markets &…

Aug 5, 2023

The ongoing effects from the Black Sea Grain Initiative in international politics have raised the issues on global food security throughout…

Emerging Markets & Geo-Politics Trending Now

Jul 30, 2023

The Group of 20 leaders, known as G20, met over the weekend in India to discuss issues affecting the global economy and more. One of the…

North America Industrials & Geo-Politics Trending Now

Jul 30, 2023

These updates are part of a larger interest in the future trends related to North America industrials. The industrials are really making a…

Analysis: Why One of the Biggest Deals in Business This Week Signifies What’s Happening In…

Jul 29, 2023

I built this analysis around the opinion I wrote for last week’s TWB newsletter about the United Kingdom (UK) and United States (USA).

New Content — Here’s What Was Published in Areas & Producers This Week!

Jul 28, 2023

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North America Industrials & Emerging Markets In The News This Week

Jul 23, 2023

These updates are part of a larger interest in the future trends related to North America industrials. The industrials are really making a…

Opinion: The United Kingdom and United States Both Revealed Their Intentions For the Future of…

Jul 22, 2023

This week I published two digital content pieces about geopolitical trends in the publication Areas & Producers.

Content & Updates — Here’s What Was Published in Areas & Producers This Week!

Jul 21, 2023

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Geopolitical Trends & North America Industrials In The News This Week

Jul 16, 2023

In Areas & Producers, we are always wanting to put the global commodities in perspective, and for what it means to the geopolitical trends…

Analysis: How The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit Plays Into Future China-Russia…

Jul 15, 2023

Will China and Russia align future industrial policies for metals?

Content & Updates — Here’s What Was Published in Areas & Producers This Week!

Jul 14, 2023

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Geopolitical Trends & Emerging Markets In The News This Week

Jul 9, 2023

In Areas & Producers, we are always wanting to put the global commodities in perspective, and for what it means to the geopolitical trends…

Analysis: Does The US Permian Basin Have A Real Future?

Jul 8, 2023

These latest updates on energy production investments from Areas & Producers ought to answer that question.

Content & Updates — Here’s What Was Published in Areas & Producers This Week!

Jul 7, 2023

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The Weekend Brief (TWB) Newsletter Overview — A Holistic Picture of What’s Happening in Global…

Jun 30, 2023

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What Does American Rock and Roll Band Van Halen Have To Do With Global Commodities?

Jun 24, 2023

TWB newsletter from this week is inspired by Van Halen

Everybody Wants Some — Nickel & Phosphates Demand Are Going To Explode With Volatile Commodities…

Jun 23, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by one of the ultimate American rock and roll bands to ever step into the history of music — the great…

What Do The Red Hot Chili Peppers Have To Do With Davos WEF 2023?

Jun 17, 2023

TWB newsletter is inspired by the Red Hot Chili Peppers

Give It Away — CEOs of Nutrien Ltd & Yara International Aim To Keep Agriculture Commodity Markets…

Jun 16, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) newsletter is inspried by the Red Hot Chili Peppers. One of my favorite bands, and favorite songs, Give It Away is…

What Do The Doors & Scott Weiland Have To Do With Future-Facing Commodities?

Jun 10, 2023

TWB Newsletter is inspired by The Doors and Scott Weiland

Break On Through — CEO of BHP Group Redefines Concepts on Future-Facing Commodities With the…

Jun 9, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) newletter is inspired by Scott Weiland of the Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver, and also The Doors. I…

What Does Modern Heavy-Metal Band August Burns Red Have To Do With Offshore Oil & Gas Demand?

Jun 3, 2023

TWB Newsletter is inspired by August Burns Red

The Reckoning — Profits From Offshore Oil & Gas Demand Are Surging From Europe To Asia Markets

Jun 2, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by modern heavy metal band August Burns Red. I thought it was only right to offer “Reckoning” by heavy…

What Does the Legendary Hard-Rock Band Whitesnake Have To Do With French President Macron &…

May 27, 2023

TWB Newsletter is inspired by Whitesnake and Chorale de Kigali

Dans Le Silence De La Nuit Are French President Emmanuel Macron & Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares…

May 26, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) was initially inspired by legendary hard-rock band Whitesnake for the song Still of the Night with lead guitarist…

Elon Musk Goes To Macron’s Choose France Summit

May 19, 2023

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Back To Life — Nestle’s Water Crisis & Starbucks’ Labor Relations Case Won’t Stop Their Push Into…

May 12, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) newsletter is inspired by British soul and R&B group Soul II Soul. The group is known for its hit songs during the…

What Does Cash Money Records Have To With Palantir Technologies & Wal-Mart?

May 6, 2023

TWB newsletter is inspired by Cash Money Records

Wal-Mart & Palantir Set It Off With Advanced Technologies To Boost International Business…

May 5, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) newsletter is inspired by former Cash Money Record’s rapper Juvenile. I remember most the group’s earlier songs in…

Palantir Supplies Advanced Warfare Tech To Ukraine

Apr 28, 2023

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What Does Death Row Records Have To Do With The Starbucks Labor Relations Case?

Apr 22, 2023

TWB newsletter is inspired by ’90s record label Death Row Records, including rap artists Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Tupac Shakur.

Labor Was The Case That They Gave Schultz — Starbucks Takes On Union-Busting Accusations Against…

Apr 21, 2023

The Weekend Brief Newsletter (TWB) is inspired by Snoop Dogg’s classic rap jam Murder Was The Case. Under the management and production of…

What Does Thin Lizzy Have To Do With Walt Disney & Nutrien Ltd?

Apr 15, 2023

TWB newsletter is inspired by legendary rock band Thin Lizzy.

The Boys Are Back In Town At Walt Disney & Nutrien Ltd After CEO Transition Failures Reveal Future…

Apr 14, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) newsletter is inspired by legendary rock band Thin Lizzy. Check out their classic hit “The Boys Are Back In Town”…

Walt Disney’s 100th Anniversary

Apr 7, 2023

Asad Ayaz is The Walt Disney Company’s first-ever Chief Brand Officer. According to his profile on the official Walt Disney website, the…

Regulators — BHP To Earn Their Keep While Australian Government Mounts Up On Coal Royalties

Mar 30, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by Regulate, the classic ’90s rap song by Warren G & Nate Dogg. REGULATORS…Mount up…

Glencore & BHP Group Diverge On Net-Zero Commodities For A Sustainable Future Lost in Time

Mar 24, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by a new band, Liquify, a one-man hard psychedelic rock project from America. Check out the music via…

BHP’s Mining Sustainability Drive Toward Future-Facing Commodities

Mar 17, 2023

Why is the world’s largest metal miner BHP Group pushing for future facing commodities on the frontlines of ESG?

Content Series: Energy Production Investments Around The Globe, Part V

Mar 11, 2023

Outlook on Producers of Energy Production Affected by Geopolitical Trends

Content Series: Energy Production Investments Around The Globe, Part III & IV

Mar 11, 2023

Outlook on Producers of Energy Production Affected by Geopolitical Trends

Content Series: Energy Production Investments Around The Globe, Part II

Mar 4, 2023

Outlook on Areas of Energy Production Affected by Geopolitical Trends

Content Series: Energy Production Investments Around The Globe

Mar 4, 2023

Outlook on Areas of Energy Production Affected by Geopolitical Trends

John Deere & Caterpillar Are Going Through Them Changes in Future Scenarios for Technology &…

Feb 24, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by Jimi Hendrix and the Band of Gypsys, with Jimi Hendrix on guitar and Buddy Miles on the vocals and…

Caterpillar Warns of Soft China Demand For Industrial Equipment

Feb 18, 2023

While all of the talk about China’s re-opening for the global economy has centered on commodity market prices and freight competition…

The Mosaic Company’s Countervailing Duties (CVD) Case Against Morocco’s OCP & Russia’s Fertilizer…

Feb 10, 2023

In a move to possibly avert or manage disruption of the global fertilizer industry during the globl Covid-19 pandemic, an American…

The CF Industries Case: Rethinking Industrial Policies Around Fertilizer Supplies & Food Security

Feb 10, 2023

In June 2021 CF Industries Holdings filed for a petition at the U.S. International Trade Court (USITC) alleging that urea ammonium nitrate…

Wal-Mart & McDonald’s With Arms Wide Open Toward New Markets of Tech, Accessibility and…

Feb 3, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by the late ’90s rock band Creed. I suggest listening to their song With Arms Wide Open as you read…

McDonald’s Corporate Reorganization Plan & Marketing Strategy

Jan 27, 2023

In a memo sent to McDonald’s corporate offices around the globe, CEO Chris Kempczinski and the executive team will review corporate…

Right To Repair (R2R) — John Deere Is Searchin’ For A Better Way To Let Farmers Have Access To…

Jan 21, 2023

Staying true to the ’70s theme, The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by characters and musicians Cheech & Chong. I recently watched the…

Tesla & Stellantis Go All The Way With Partnerships In Battery, Electrification and Mobility

Jan 14, 2023

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by 1970’s era American rock-pop band The Raspberries. A Cleveland-based band, they were known for being…

TotalEnergies & Stellantis Form Automotive Cells Company (ACC)

Jan 6, 2023

In 2020, a new partnership emerged in the form of a joint-venture to design and produce electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Led by…

From Russia Sanctions to the Downfall of SFB — FTX Case Exposes Future of Digital Assets & Global…

Dec 30, 2022

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by Eminem’s and Snoop Dogg’s latest collaboration. I suggest listening to From The D 2 The LBC as you…

Nestle & Starbucks Anticipating Higher Growth During A New Age of Consumerism This Christmas

Dec 23, 2022

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by American West Coast rap. Snoop Dogg, Nate Dogg, Warren G, The Dogg Pound and Wiz Khalifa just put…

Starbucks CEO Transition

Dec 16, 2022

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by Indian pop band Euphoria. I suggest listening to the song Kesariya Baalma as you read TWB.

Take A Ride On The Wild Side — Glencore’s Fuel Oil Market Manipulation and Bribery Trading

Dec 9, 2022

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by American rock band Mötley Crüe who just announced a new tour with rock guitarist, John 5. I suggest…

Competitors Blinded by the Light of Tech Investments from John Deere & Wal-Mart

Dec 2, 2022

The Weekend Brief (TWB) is inspired by artist and musician The Weeknd. I suggest listening to the song Blinding Lights as you read TWB.