Publishing or Perishing in the 21st Century
Everyone knows the phrase ‘publish or perish’. But, what does that mean to today’s early career academic as they try to balance their workload and plan their publications?
An Unnecessary War: The Geopolitical Roots of the Ukraine Crisis
Ukraine’s geopolitical position, and the interventions of competing outside powers pursuing their own self-interest led to the continuing civil war in Ukraine.
Britain’s Modern Slavery Act: World-leading or a Timid Start?
It has become clear that both the scale of modern slavery is much larger than presumed, and that its scope is much wider. New forms of slavery are becoming apparent.
The Ukraine Crisis and its Impact on Transforming Russian Nationalism Landscape
The Ukraine crisis has fragmented the ‘national-democrat’ scene and has strengthened aspirations for the recreation of Soviet power and the Eurasian Union project.
What Are the Consequences of Palestine Joining the International Criminal Court?
Palestine joining the ICC may be more a question of strengthening its position towards Israel than obtaining justice.
Can the United States and China avoid A Thucydides Trap?
“The Thucydides Trap” may prove to be moot. There is nothing inevitable about China’s rise but if it continues to rise, the dangers do not lie with “THE” Thucydides Trap.
Cuba: The Embargo Continues
It would be good if the embargo on Cuba were lifted but the establishment of diplomatic relations do no such thing. Rumors of the its demise are greatly exaggerated.
The Politics of LGBT Muslim Identities
Queer Muslim citizenship, politics and identity are not only important but also illustrate the contemporary socio-political intersectional nature of LGBT politics.
Religion in IR: That Cousin We Never Knew
Welcome to The Religion Gap, an international relations blog exploring the impact of religious actors and interests on the dynamics of world politics.
To Be, or Not to Be [Reincarnated] – That Is The [Political] Question
Most often, what we think we know about the predictabilities of religious behavior is confounded by political events and the role that religious actors play within them.
