#soft-power

#soft-power

The UAE is aligning itself with U.S.-style norms around intellectual freedom and open research, positioning itself strategically in the global AI landscape.

The government is asking the World Service to model cuts that would definitely mean having to close important parts of the service, said one person familiar with the negotiations.

We've got this position which we have inherited, which we believe to be our divine right—it's not, she said. You have to work to maintain it.

The world's richest man has been involved in the deaths of the world's poorest children. Musk has decided to put USAID in the wood chipper, resulting in millions of additional child deaths.

All of this was on my mind as I headed toward the second Islamic Arts Biennale, installed across several stunningly high-ceilinged, fabric-clad enclosures in the Western Hajj terminal complex abutting Jeddah's King Abdulaziz Airport.

The emergence of 'soft power' in spring 2025 fashion showcases a trend towards executive aesthetics, blending traditional work attire with modern flair for a fresh take.

The Korean Wave, led by BTS, showcased South Korea's cultural potential. However, recent political upheaval under President Yoon cast a shadow over its global image.

Nye’s conception of soft power illustrates that the U.S.'s influence extends beyond military might and economic prowess, relying on attraction and persuasion in international relations.