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A personal and scholarly exploration, the author draws on his experience as a sociologist researching terrorism to emphasize how religious convictions can be distorted into justifications for violence — including extremism within one’s own religious tradition—prompting reflection on faith, identity, and radicalization.

Reflecting on the fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban in 2021, the author recounts the emotional impact of seeing a cause he supported unravel. This story underscores the enduring human and moral dimensions behind geopolitical events, beyond the headlines.

This article details how the PLA examines historical precedents (e.g., D-Day, island battles in the Pacific) to shape its doctrine for Taiwan contingency amphibious operations. Planners are even leveraging civilian maritime resources to supplement military logistics.

Analyzing Russia’s war in Ukraine through mid‑2023, the author posits that despite battlefield losses and Western sanctions, Putin has maintained domestic support and resilience — leading to a prolonged but stable war stalemate, with no quick resolution in sight.

This historical exploration shows how combatants have frequently attacked religious buildings—dating from the Thirty Years’ War to Soviet-era destruction in Ukraine—as acts of cultural warfare. The rebuilding of churches often lags behind other civil structures, reflecting long-term scars.

There are several crucial factors to keep in mind when choosing the right online program to help you achieve your career goals.

On May 21, a constellation of international classical music stars came together to play at Carnegie Hall. These luminaries included the pianists Evgeny Kissin and Lera Auerbach; the Emerson String Quartet; and cellist Steven Isserlis, with violinists Maxim Vengerov and Gidon Kremer. Nearly three hours of great music-making from these ten musicians, performing works by six composers, were followed by a gorgeous gala dinner in the spacious Rohatyn banquet room in the Hall.

Are you wondering what it will be like to be in the Corps of Cadets, ROTC, and be an athlete? Don’t worry- you are not alone! Almost 30% of our students are members of one of our highly successful varsity athletic teams. And of that group, almost half are members of our Corps of Cadets.

Number 1) When the Corps is on the march, move out of the way. Don’t get in their way, they’re just trying to do their thing, simply move out of the way or walk faster. Number 2) When the Cadre begin...

You know the opening scene in Outer Banks where John B (Chase Stokes) is giving the audience the introduction to the Outer Banks? He says, “...the Outer Banks, Paradise on Earth, it’s the sort of...