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The world’s appetite for oil may be about to shrink
by ian bremmer

The world’s appetite for oil may be about to shrink

The UN General Assembly turns 80 this week, and the mood is grim. It’s not just the awful motorcade traffic in New York (do yourself a favor, walk or take the subway).

British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak leaves Millbank Studios after a media interview in London, Britain, May 27, 2022.
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Hard Numbers: Sinking Sunak, Mellon's millions for Trump, Israelis bearish on two-state solution, Thousands displaced in Haiti, Chinese carmakers take aim at EU

516: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak might be on the verge of making history … and not in a good way. He could be the first sitting prime minister to lose their seat in a general election, according to a new poll, which predicts Labour could win a whopping 516 seats in Parliament. Meanwhile, the poll suggests that Sunak’s Conservative Party will win just 53 seats.

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Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2026

Last week, Microsoft released the latest 'Microsoft Digital Defense Report,' highlighting how an increasingly interconnected world is reshaping cyber risk for governments, businesses, and critical infrastructure. The report warns that cyber incidents can create cascading effects across supply chains, public services, and national economies, making resilience a shared responsibility. It underscores the need for stronger collaboration between governments, industry, and international partners to improve information sharing, strengthen defenses, and prepare for emerging threats. As cyber risks continue to evolve, collective preparedness will be essential to safeguarding economic stability, public trust, and national security. Read the full blog here.

​Protesters, mainly Houthi supporters, rally to show support to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, in Sanaa, Yemen April 26, 2024.
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Hard Numbers: Houthis widen strike zone, Americans sour on TikTok, Warsaw synagogue targeted, Russia shows off US tank