Zhongshan Mall Dining Guide

Zhongshan Mall Dining Guide

Overview Nestled in the historic Balestier neighborhood, Zhongshan Mall offers a diverse culinary landscape that caters to every palate. From authentic Thai cuisine to Japanese donburi bowls and American comfort food, this unassuming shopping centre has quietly become...
US ESTA Social Media Screening Proposal

US ESTA Social Media Screening Proposal

Executive Summary The US Department of Homeland Security’s December 2025 proposal to mandate 5-year social media history disclosure for ESTA travelers represents a fundamental shift in border security policy. This case study examines the proposal’s...
2025 Honduras Elections and U.S. Interference

2025 Honduras Elections and U.S. Interference

Executive Summary The November 30, 2025 Honduran presidential election has devolved into a constitutional crisis marked by unprecedented foreign interference, contested results, and mounting civil unrest. President Donald Trump’s open endorsement of conservative...
Democratic Republic of Congo Conflict

Democratic Republic of Congo Conflict

Liberal Democracy Demands, Outlook, and Solutions Executive Summary The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) represents one of the world’s most complex humanitarian and governance crises, where a decades-long conflict fueled by mineral wealth, regional proxy...
Bulgaria Anti-Corruption Protests

Bulgaria Anti-Corruption Protests

Executive Summary Bulgaria faces a severe governance crisis as thousands protest against endemic corruption and oligarchic control in the EU’s poorest member state. With seven elections in four years and a sixth no-confidence vote pending, the country...
Israeli West Bank Settlements

Israeli West Bank Settlements

Executive Summary The December 2025 approval of 764 housing units across three West Bank settlements represents part of a broader expansion pattern, with over 51,370 units approved since late 2022. This case study examines the multifaceted dimensions of Israeli...
Animal Lovers League Financial Crisis

Animal Lovers League Financial Crisis

Executive Summary Animal Lovers League (ALL), a Singapore-based no-kill animal shelter founded in 2002, faces closure in December 2025 due to accumulated debts exceeding $500,000 in unpaid rent and veterinary bills. This case study examines the factors leading to this...
Lebanon’s Strategic Separation from Iran

Lebanon’s Strategic Separation from Iran

Executive Summary Lebanon’s Foreign Minister Youssef Raji’s December 2025 decision to decline a Tehran visit and propose neutral-ground dialogue represents a pivotal moment in Middle Eastern geopolitics. This case study examines the underlying factors...
Batam Culinary Guide

Batam Culinary Guide

Sweet Treats & Cafés Itsumo Tart Ambience: Industrial-chic café with a modern, minimalist aesthetic. The space features exposed elements and contemporary design that appeals to younger crowds seeking Instagram-worthy settings. Signature Dishes: London Fog Cheese...