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A guide to the 31st UN Climate Change Conference, running 9–20 November 2026 in Türkiye
COP31, the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, will be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from 9 to 20 November 2026. Billed as an 'implementation COP', it is expected to focus on climate finance and the transition away from fossil fuels, with an unusual arrangement splitting responsibilities between Türkiye and Australia.
Why the US restricts advanced chips, and how smuggling cases are prosecuted
In October 2026, a contractor linked to Super Micro Computer pleaded guilty in a case involving about $2.5 billion of AI servers with Nvidia chips allegedly diverted to China. This explainer covers how US export controls on AI chips work, why they exist, how diversion schemes operate and what it means for companies.
South African jurist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay was awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law, recognising decades of work in human rights and international justice.
A sourced biography of Navi Pillay, the South African jurist and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights who received the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. It covers her experience under apartheid, legal career, leadership at the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and the UN human-rights office, while distinguishing documented milestones from broader assessments of her legacy.
Timeline, the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices and what to watch after Trump's midterm pause
The Iran war began on February 28, 2026 and is reshaping oil markets and regional security. This explainer covers the timeline, the Strait of Hormuz dispute, oil prices, stalled diplomacy, military costs and what to watch after Trump pledged no strikes before the November 3 midterms.
What is on the ballot, why it matters and how to vote
The 2026 U.S. midterm elections on 3 November decide control of Congress and many state governments. This neutral guide explains what is on the ballot, why midterms matter, how voting works and how to follow the races responsibly.
How energy markets and government borrowing costs shape inflation, mortgages and public budgets
Oil prices and government bond yields influence inflation, mortgage rates and public spending worldwide. With Brent crude below $100 and bond yields still rising, this guide explains how the two markets work and why they don't always move together.
One treaty seeks to stop the spread of nuclear weapons; the other seeks to ban them outright. Here is how they differ, who has signed, and where India stands.
An explainer on the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW): their history, obligations, membership, key differences, India's position and why the debate matters in 2026.
Gold prices recovered as falling oil prices and softer Treasury yields eased inflation concerns despite the Federal Reserve’s latest rate hike.
Gold gained on Friday after a volatile week, supported by declining crude oil prices, lower Treasury yields and a softer dollar. The recovery came despite the Federal Reserve raising interest rates by 25 basis points and signaling that further hikes could remain possible.
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi brings together major emerging economies to discuss trade, investment, technology, development and global cooperation.
India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12–13, 2026. With BRICS now comprising 11 full members, the summit highlights the growing role of emerging economies in global affairs. Leaders are discussing economic cooperation, trade, investment, sustainable development, technology, energy and global governance. The summit could shape future cooperation among member countries, although its final decisions and commitments will depend on the discussions underway.
From Ukraine and Gaza to Sudan, the Sahel and the Caribbean, here is what's driving the world's most consequential conflicts this year — and why they matter beyond the headlines
2026 has brought an unusually dense cluster of active wars, near-wars and fragile ceasefires across multiple continents. This guide explains the ten conflicts and diplomatic crises that analysts are watching most closely, who is involved, why each matters, and what could happen next.