How Spam became one of the most iconic American brands of all time
Eighty years ago, Hormel Foods introduced a simple, canned meat product called Spam. It would go on to become one of the greatest marketing success stories of all time.
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From Chinese missile shelters to US warships, the South China Sea conflict is heating up
UPDATED Will reports of China's increased militarisation in the South China Sea upset the delicate waltz between Washington and Beijing?
Rewriting NAFTA has serious implications beyond just trade
President Trump wants to renegotiate or eliminate NAFTA because of its impact on U.S. trade, but the accord is also a cornerstone of continental cooperation on security issues as well.
Should India’s skilled workers worry about new US visa policies?
Trump's review on H1-B visa will directly impact high-skilled Indian workers.
Why I’m supporting Saturday’s March for Science
Here's why I'm supporting this weekend's March for Science.
What’s at stake as President Trump sits down with China’s Xi
Nothing less than the fate of the global economy lies in the balance as the two strong-willed leaders sit down for their first one-on-one meeting.
Defrosting relations with Russia and debunking ‘grand narratives’
The rocky relationship between Russia and the West is on a knife edge. But simple dialogue and face-to-face discussions can go a long way to easing tensions.
Films you should watch to counter American anti-migrant rhetoric
Filmmakers sympathetic to the plight of Mexican and Central American migrants are using their films to counter the fug of misinformation.
Hacksaw Ridge promised to champion pacifism – but the film is sadly just jingoistic
The Oscar-nominated film is pure Hollywood hokum and a lost opportunity.
Japan’s change in military outlook marks the end of a ‘Peace State’
Combat could be on the cards for the first time in over 70 years.
Fixing an ailing Obamacare: four ways to address rising costs and less choice
Alternatives to Obamacare look to address rising premiums and less consumer choice. What options does the US have and how could they work?
Trump’s victory spells trouble but also exciting, unimagined opportunities
The outcome of this election may depend more on what we make of it than on what Trump and his advisers intend. Though daunting, the challenge is pregnant with possibilities.
60 years ago, Suez crisis set a dangerous pattern for Western military intervention
British prime minister Anthony Eden justified attacking Egypt as necessary to restrain the country's 'dangerous' leader. We still hear similar things before every Western intervention.
Are we sleeping less than we used to? Here are the facts
As life gets faster and working hours get longer, it's tempting to think the Sandman is paying us ever shorter visits.
Tagging more offenders can’t just be quick fix for prison numbers
Scotland is about to greatly expand its use of tags to have more prisoners serve sentences in their homes and communities.
War of words: how Europe is fighting back against Russian disinformation
Europe's efforts to counter Russian propaganda may need to be stepped up.
Four things you should know about the Panama Canal’s turbulent past
The canal was under US control for nearly a century and was only recognised as Panamanian on New Year's Eve 1999.
Why Nicola Sturgeon put her biggest hitter in charge of Scottish education
The Scots thought their education system was world-beating, until the OECD started publishing rankings.
How do Olympic athletes pay the electric bill?
A former Olympic gold medalist reflects on his own financial struggles as he trained and competed for the 1984 Summer Games. Thirty years later, not much has changed for many Olympians.
America feels like it’s in decline again – and Trump is just a symptom
The US has often worried about its decline, but this year, the theme is stronger than ever.
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