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Peace and Science: The Antarctic Treaty
Antarctica isn’t a complete no man’s land, and that’s because of the Antarctic Treaty, a unique and highly impactful agreement amongst various nations to keep Antarctica a peaceful refuge for scientific exploration and discovery.
The Storming of the Bastille
Ten days after the Fourth of July, France will celebrate its own national holiday, called Bastille Day, or Fête nationale française. Why is the storming of the Bastille celebrated more than 230 years later? Let’s find out!
Buffalo History: The Caroline Affair and International Law
In 1837, a rebellion in Canada and the destruction of an American steamship brought the United States and Great Britain to the brink of war.
Exploring Constitutional Change with Jef Ruchti
In many countries around the world, constitutional change is happening on a regular basis. We spoke with Jef Ruchti, who has provided his editorial expertise and constitutional knowledge while working on the World Constitutions Illustrated database.
U.S. Treaty Database: A Record That Stands Out
The U.S. Treaties & Agreements Library, which has a rich history, features a vast collection of treaty agreements including texts of agreements not yet officially published by the United States Department of State.
The Pentagon Leak
Classified documents from the Pentagon began circulating on the social media platform Discord in March. These documents discussed everything from the war in Ukraine, to protests in Israel, to Egypt’s plans to build thousands of rockets for Russia.
The Brittney Griner Prisoner Swap
Brittney Griner, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and prodigious WNBA player, was detained, arrested, and imprisoned in Russia after airport authorities found a gram of cannabis oil inside of her luggage.
In or Out: The Complicated History Between NATO and Ukraine
On February 24th, Russia launched what Vladimir Putin called a “special military operation” in Ukraine, claiming to seek demilitarization and denazification. In this blog we take a look at the complicated history between NATO and Ukraine.
The Movement to Free Niagara
Niagara Falls is considered one of the great natural wonders of the world. But by the early 20th century, it had almost ran dry. Learn about the conservation movement to Free Niagara in this blog post.