The Politics of Racism - From Trumps Border to Turn Back the Boats

<p>The use of racism for political gain is a much-used political tactic. Explore examples from Australia and overseas from now to back in history and why it can be so successful. It is used by
...Greatest Conspiracy Theories of all Time and Why We Believe Them

<p>Conspiracy theories are all around us and are more common than ever. Almost as soon as a news event is broadcast there is an attached conspiracy theory. Why are they so common? What are famous
...The Glorious Fourth

<p>As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2026, explore the origins and traditions of the Glorious Fourth - the day which Americans have chosen as their national day. The
...Britain on the Brink in 1974

<p>The OPEC Oil Crisis of 1973 disrupted economies throughout the world. By 1974 inflation was 15 %. Edward Heath’s decision to call a snap election in February 1974 failed to alleviate the dire
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The Making of the Australian Constitution

<p><em>"Britain has no written constitution - the Americans are obsessed with theirs"</em>. The Australian Constitution fundamentally shapes our government and politics and hence has an impact on all
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Gagauzia and Transnistria in Moldova

<p>Despite its small size Moldova includes an autonomous region (Gagauzia) and a breakaway republic (Transnistria or Pridnestrovie). Moldovan Republic granted Turkic speaking, Christian Orthodox
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Trump's Third Term?

<p>President Trump loves the political limelight so much, he has hinted that he might seek to extend his presidency beyond his second term. Such a move is almost without precedent in American history.
...<p>President Trump loves the political limelight so much, he has hinted that he might seek to extend his presidency beyond his second term. Such a move is almost without precedent in American history.
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Continuing Instability in Syria

<p>The ongoing conflicts in Syria despite regime change, or because of regime change, potentially may envelop Israel and Türkiye. Both Iran and Russia are no longer major players in the Syrian theatre
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Trump's Tariffs

<p>President Trump was elected promising to reintroduce tariffs as part of his America First agenda. Trump kept this promise on 2 April 2025, his self-declared Liberation Day. This was a daring move,
...<p>President Trump was elected promising to reintroduce tariffs as part of his America First agenda. Trump kept this promise on 2 April 2025, his self-declared Liberation Day. This was a daring move,
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