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Tara D. Sonenshine, Opinion Contributor

Tara D. Sonenshine, Opinion Contributor

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The newest cyber danger could hurt you and your loved ones the most 

We cannot live without computer technology, but reliance on it can be deadly. 

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A game-changing election is heating up — and it isn’t in the US 

As Mexico prepares for its elections next week, our neighbor to the south is experiencing extreme heat, a shortage of water, and rampant,...

30.05.2024 20

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Nothing justifies the taking of hostages — nothing 

Taking innocent civilians and locking them away without a trace is unacceptable, especially in the case of women and children, who are vulnerable and...

23.05.2024 20

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The Middle East is roiling — the death of Iran’s president could push it over the edge 

The death of the president of Iran, in and of itself, may not be monumental. But it marks a moment in international relations when all of us should...

20.05.2024 30

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If you want to make the world a better place, focus on women 

The lives of women are intertwined with struggles of different types and magnitude. Regardless of where we are, our individual and collective...

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Let's end the blame game in the Middle East and make a deal for peace 

This ceasefire will have many winners if it can happen. 

09.05.2024 40

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Al Jazeera under the gun. Who will stand up for freedom of information?

Will the U.S. administration stand up for freedom of the press? And will we, as journalists, keep writing and demanding that news is vital and cannot...

06.05.2024 40

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States are taking on issues with China, but is it at the expense of our national foreign policy goals? 

If we fracture along too many fissures in city or state interests, we lose our ability to exercise national power.

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Why Israel is dominating the news  

In a deeply polarized nation, violence makes news.

25.04.2024 10

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The United Nations is in the hot seat 

Caught in the crossfire of all the conflicts swirling around the world right now is one organization: the United Nations.

18.04.2024 20

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Red alert: Iran’s drone attack sets off red lines worldwide 

This is an extraordinary overt operation from Teheran. 

14.04.2024 30

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How Russia and China are ridiculing America

China has now followed Russia’s lead on propaganda — especially when it comes to portraying America as the land of evil.

10.04.2024 8

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Why are Americans so unhappy? 

Unhappiness is both a political state and a mental health crisis, although we rarely see them as interrelated. 

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Happy 75th birthday, NATO — and many more 

In a world of conflict, violence and terrorism, we need nations to stand together. 

28.03.2024 40

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A triple threat in the Middle East: Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis 

In the Middle East, we are facing a triple threat from increasingly sophisticated groups that are rising in power and reach, acting as proxies for...

21.03.2024 5

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Schumer discusses pathway to peace and achieving two-state solution: Watch live

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) is expected to deliver an address Thursday morning on the Senate floor regarding potential pathways...

14.03.2024 10

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Senate panel considers 32-hour work week: Watch live

The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions is slated to hold a hearing Thursday morning regarding a standard 32-hour work week....

14.03.2024 10

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How do we solve a problem like China? 

China is critical to America and the world economy and security; yet Chinese advances in biotechnology, robotics, artificial intelligence and data are...

14.03.2024 8

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The State of the Union is divided, but there’s one place Biden can find middle ground 

Civics education is a crisis we can fix. 

07.03.2024 20

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Qatar: A little country with a big diplomatic presence  

As we await the release of more hostages from Gaza, all eyes are on Qatar — a small nation with a big role in global affairs.   

29.02.2024 10

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Biden and Bibi: A relationship in trouble 

These men have known each for decades. But long histories do not ensure lasting ties. And politics have a way of changing things. 

22.02.2024 8

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Republicans would be wise to remember: One must be intelligent when handling intelligence 

Single members of Congress with random bits of information don’t count as intelligence reporting — it’s just gossip with bad consequences. 

16.02.2024 30

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Russia is watching America’s fight over Ukraine and NATO 

America is sending terribly mixed signals about democracy.

15.02.2024 20

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Are Americans willing to pay the price of freedom in 2024? 

The Statue of Liberty stands proudly in New York’s Harbor. A gift from France in 1886, she symbolizes freedom and democracy. But even Lady Liberty...

08.02.2024 10

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When governments invade women’s privacy

The decision to get pregnant and how to handle pregnancy is an individual’s choice, or at least it should be.

01.02.2024 10

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Amid border battles, we must remember: Mexico is not our enemy 

It is in our best interest to help Mexico reach its potential. 

25.01.2024 10

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The disappearing act of the secretary of Defense, and why it matters 

This story is important for three reasons.

11.01.2024 10

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Immigration lessons from abroad — the US isn’t the only one tightening its borders 

In a new political year with elections upon us, there is no escaping this hot-button issue.

04.01.2024 10

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Staying hopeful for 2024 

Despite all the negative events that happened in 2023, there are reasons to feel hopeful for 2024. 

28.12.2023 20

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The invisible enemy in Ukraine? Superbugs  

Like so many transnational threats today, diseases are hard to contain. 

21.12.2023 20

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The world is at war — and America is exhausted  

Many things are wearing out Americans these days, from security anxieties to real-world conflicts.   German and Dutch authorities just foiled a major...

15.12.2023 4

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An unseen tragedy of war

Israel has begun preparations to flood the tunnels, knowing that the environmental impact could be felt for years.

09.12.2023 40

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