Parallel economy: How Russia is defying the West’s boycott | Russia-Ukraine war
When Moscow resident Zoya, 62, was planning a trip to Italy to visit her daughter last August, she saw the perfect opportunity to buy the…
Parallel seasons: How Lebanon hides from reality | Poverty and Development
Beirut, Lebanon - As Israel bombed southern Lebanon, no one was in the mood for a full-scale celebration of Christmas despite the religious, emotional and…
Failed legal gambit in Pelosi trial weakens attacker’s case in parallel state trial
“This is probably a wake-up call to Mr. DePape and his lawyers that the jury didn’t believe the defense’s case and didn’t believe him,” said…
Syrian pound sinks to historic low on the parallel market | Business and Economy News
Syrian pound was devalued by the country’s Central Bank on Tuesday, furthering the currency’s collapse since war began in 2011. Syria’s currency has hit its…
Abortion and trans rights advocates see parallel in struggle
WASHINGTON — Bans on treatment. New laws threatening doctors with malpractice suits and criminal charges. Praise from lawmakers who say their legislation is meant to protect…