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As America hurtles toward its 250th birthday, Ian Bremmer give his unvarnished read on the brand of the United States.

JT Batson reveals what’s on the line for the US men’s team and why this tournament is nothing like the last time America hosted in 1994.

As the World Cup kicks off this Thursday, Sam Borden breaks down the scrutiny behind ticket prices, disrupted fan travel, potential ICE activity, and FIFA’s murky dealings.

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The Strait of Hormuz crisis is reshaping energy markets in real time. Amy Harder maps the true scale of the oil disruption.

As The Devil Wears Prada 2 hits theaters this weekend, Rapid Response explores what the original got right about ambition, success, and the bosses who shape us.

Maria Sharapova talks about her second act as an investor, entrepreneur, and podcaster — and what the court never prepared her for.

As Milan Design Week gets underway, Samsung’s Mauro Porcini pulls back the curtain on the company’s new design manifesto.

Anna Bateson pulls back the curtain on how The Guardian’s unusual ownership structure and multi-revenue model is fueling its resilience.

Just after announcing his departure as CEO of Calm, David Ko discusses the growing mental health pressures of the workplace.

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