On January 27th, from 5:00-6:30 pm, Spheres of Influence is hosting a virtual art gallery and panel discussion called Indigenous Art and Resistance in the Climate Crisis. In this event, we will be featuring the works of some incredible Indigenous artists from across the globe: Mariyeh Mushtaq, Lee Gavin, Elizabeth
What is Hezbollah and How Does It Plan to Stay Relevant
Hezbollah is a Lebanese Shia political party, as well as a militant group. Although it has been part of Lebanon’s government for decades, its alliance with the prominent Free Patriotic Movement (FPM), a Maronite Christian party, is in jeopardy.
Sudan’s 35th Military Coup Pushes the Country Away from Democracy Once Again
Sudan is potentially on the brink of a civil war after another military coup by Sudan’s top general, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, putting the country’s democratic movement in peril.
How the US-China Trade War is Shifting Middle Eastern Regional Politics
Since the signing of the Abraham Accords, political and economic alliances are reshuffling as the US looks to stave off Chinese influence in the Middle East.
Pandemic Fatigue: The Growing Challenge of Fighting the Omicron Variant
Pandemic fatigue and public apathy to restrictions have made it more difficult for government officials to slow the spread of Omicron.
Explainer: What Is International Space Law?
In an age of ever-evolving outer space exploration, it is crucial to understand the limitations of international space law.
Geothermal Energy: Can the Forgotten Renewable Make Its Mark?
Geothermal is a renewable form of energy that receives little attention compared to its solar and wind counterparts. However, it possesses unique qualities that warrant a far greater push in its development than seen until now.
The Imtidad Movement: A New Player in Iraqi Politics
The Imtidad Movement won an unprecedented 9 seats in the recent parliamentary elections in Iraq, and many are hopeful that this success, while small, could lead to a disruption of the political status quo.
How Anti-LGBTQIA+ Propaganda is Tied to Democratic Backsliding in Hungary and Poland
Crackdowns on LGBTQIA+ rights in Hungary and Poland are related to the democratic backsliding that both countries have experienced. Why is this the case?
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