The Return of Imperialism
The rapid decolonization of much of the world during the 20th century led many to believe that the age of imperialism was dead. Yet recent events in Europe foreshadow the return of the very power that originally gave imperialism its name.
The Brink of the Unthinkable
The “secret” is out. Nuclear proliferation treaties are a sham. Nuclear hardware is just another traded commodity on the international black market. Where is this leading?
Return of the Religious War
Religion is meant to bring peace, but in reality it has fueled history’s bloodiest wars. Regrettably, it appears the world is heading toward its next crusade.
The Spanish Connection
Islamist extremism struck another cowardly blow in March. This time the target was civilians on board a train in Madrid. Why this attack on European soil? Why Spain—why Madrid?
“The Basest of Men”
Milosevic has been arraigned for war crimes and Hussein vanquished. How is it, then, that a murdering terrorist can receive the Nobel Peace Prize?
The Other America
The United States has failed to use its proximity to Latin America as an opportunity to build a strong ally. Now, other nations seek to tap the enormous potential of this struggling region. As Latin America rebounds, it appears the U.S. may be left out in the cold.
2004: A Look Ahead
How will events predicted for the coming year affect you?
Space Wars!
The startling truth about the rising power of the latest heavyweight in the global aerospace industry
The Lie That Broke Britain
Free trade is lauded as an absolute good. But great nations know better.
Retooling for War
Is Germany truly the pacifist country that the whole world has been led to believe that it is over the past 50 years? There is more than meets the eye behind the alleged change in the German national character.
The Gatekeeper of Europe
A year from now, the world’s largest federal union of nation-states will be formed, comprising the greatest trading bloc in the world. One nation is set to control the flow of goods and services produced by that monolithic federal economy.
The Polish Connection
Behind the news on Iraq: Thanks to Poland’s imminent entry into the European Union, the EU will gain a presence but a step from its coveted icon—Jerusalem!
Out of Chaos, Opportunity
Defeating Iraq was one thing, rebuilding it is another. America is stretched thin, and “old Europe” knows it.
Failing to Bring Peace
The United Nations is an outdated, corrupt institution fast losing its legitimacy as a peacemaker. Soon it will become defunct—and be replaced by a new world order.
Apocalypse Now
Recently, apocalyptic headlines have run in some of the most reputable publications. Is there any semblance of reality in this tendency for doomsaying?
World War Déjà Vu
An eerie similarity is developing between the emerging world order and that of the interval between the two great world wars of the 20th century. Between 1918 and 1939, the seeds were sown for a second, more horrifying round of world war. Are conditions ripening for World War iii?
Japan’s Place in the Future
A recent report suggested that Japan could go nuclear in months. Where will Japan fit into the developing global geopolitical situation?
A Union of Church and State
Americans keep religion and government separate to preserve religious freedom. But within Europe, Catholicism has long been a driving force in politics.
All Roads Lead to …
To students of history, the parallels between the developing federal monolith in Europe and the old Holy Roman Empire are uncanny. To students of prophecy, they are startlingly real.
Can God Save the Queen?
As 2002 ended, scandal once again encircled the British royal family. Will the royals survive this latest onslaught of mudslinging?
2002: The Real Stories
As major American news networks continued to compete for ever-dwindling audiences in 2002, it seemed the real news of the year went largely unnoticed.
Aftereffects of an Election
Germany’s September election put a weak and unpopular government back in power. But it also provided a glimpse at where the country is headed.
‘It Won’t Work Anymore’
Peace still eludes all efforts to achieve it in Northern Ireland. Will the Irish question ever be settled?
