Sidesteps

The relationship between Israel and the United Nations has long been fraught, but the ongoing conflict in Gaza is pushing it to an unprecedented breaking point. As scrutiny intensifies on UN agencies operating in Gaza, concerns grow regarding the potential sidelining of the United Nations altogether. Will this shift undermine the multilateral system at a time when the UN is already grappling with severe financial challenges and facing questions about its overall relevance? Christine Ryan, director of the Prevention of…

Exploiting Dreams: The Alabuga Dilemma A recent initiative marketed as a scholarship and vocational training opportunity turned into a disturbing revelation for many Nigerian youths. The promise of new skills and modest stipends within the confines of Russia's Alabuga Special Economic Zone was tantalizing. Just imagine the excitement of being selected for a program bearing the charm of educational growth and professional development. However, this excitement soon spiraled into something far more sinister.…

Anticipation Builds for the Copa del Rey Final: Real Madrid vs. Barcelona Who: Real Madrid vs. Barcelona What: Spanish Copa del Rey Where: La Cartuja Stadium, Seville, Spain When: Saturday at 10 PM local time (20:00 GMT) As the clock ticks down to one of the most anticipated matches in football, the rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona adds a captivating layer of complexity that transcends the game itself. This time, however, the buildup to the Copa del Rey final has been anything but…

Rory McIlroy is determined to steer clear of a "rematch" with Bryson DeChambeau during the final round of the Masters as he aims for a historic career grand slam. This week at Augusta National, McIlroy has put himself in a promising position, finishing his third round with consecutive scores of 66 and securing a two-shot lead over DeChambeau. The tension between the two is palpable, especially since DeChambeau dramatically defeated McIlroy in last year's US Open. Reflecting on his performance, McIlroy remarked, "It was an…