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The 1930s 2.0 & the collapse of American soft power
In this episode of Centre Stage, political philosopher and historian Roy Casagranda delivers a sharp analysis of the US.
Published On 27 Nov 2025
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Can Trump ban South Africa from 2026 G20 summit, as he says he will?
US President Donald Trump reiterated unfounded claims of ‘human rights abuses’ of Afrikaners in South Africa.
Russia’s ‘shadow vessels’ using false flags to skirt sanctions, report says
Centre for Research on Energy says 113 Russian vessels have flown a false flag in the first nine months of 2025.
Thailand’s pork industry fears influx of cheap US imports under Trump
Thai pork producers are bracing for intense competition as the US seeks duty-free access to a $3bn market.
Canada announces new support for lumber, steel industries hit by tariffs
The new plan comes amid stalled trade talks between Ottawa and Washington.
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US group sues Apple over DR Congo conflict minerals
Apple says it instructed its suppliers to halt the sourcing of material from DR Congo and neighbouring Rwanda.
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China blocks ByteDance from Nvidia chip use: Report
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Five key takeaways from the UK’s tax-and-spending budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a rise in taxes and increased welfare spending.
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Ranchers find themselves caught between the president’s desires to appease both them and the US consumer.
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