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NATO Deploys Planes, Drones, and Radar Systems to the Black Sea
On Tuesday, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev disclosed that a US Navy P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, tasked to NATO, had begun patrols over the Black Sea. Bulgaria, which joined NATO in 2004, the EU in 2007 and the “Eurozone” this year, requested NATO assistance following escalating drone attacks on merchant ships in the Black Sea.
America, the Colonized Empire
Film America, the Colonized Empire A new film on Nigeria and the British Empire holds surprising relevance for citizens of the United States. Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... An American sitting in the Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall on a Sunday evening for an early screening of the new film Clarissa might be forgiven for expecting, however wrongly, a standard “foreign” film on topics of distant concern.
Black Sea Shipping Hit With Escalating Attacks
A Ukrainian commercial ship was hit Tuesday and sunk near the Bulgarian coast by John Weeks | October 14, 2026 at 2:10 pm ET | Bulgaria, Russia Drone attacks on commercial shipping in the Black Sea on Tuesday sank one ship and damaged another. The cargo ship Dignity, a Guinea-Bissau-flagged vessel, was sunk. The Ukrainian-operated coastal freighter Chelsea, a Malta-flagged vessel, was disabled. Both ships were attacked approximately 20 miles off the coast of Bulgaria.
Pentagon Announces Plan To Launch ‘Autonomous Warfare Command’ To Leverage ‘Super Intelligence’ In Warfare
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Wednesday announced plans to create a new four-star combatant command to leverage AI in warfare.
US Military Staging For Cuba Invasion Contingency
Report on military buildup comes days after President Donald Trump vows Cuba ‘will fall’ by John Weeks | September 30, 2026 at 1:43 pm ET | Cuba CBS News reported on Saturday that the US Military has been working to establish “the groundwork for potential action around Cuba.” According to the report, CBS reviewed an internal US Army Reserve message sent to subordinate commands.
US To Establish Two New Military Bases In Greenland
The US, Denmark, and Greenland sign a new security agreement allowing American military expansion on the island by John Weeks | September 22, 2026 at 8:45 pm ET | Denmark, Greenland The United States plans to open two new military bases in Greenland, an expansion made possible by a new security agreement between the US, Denmark, and the semi-autonomous Danish territory of Greenland.
Trump Announces the US Reached ‘Security’ Deal With Greenland And Denmark
The president vows to establish a large military presence in the Danish territory by John Weeks | September 20, 2026 at 8:30 pm ET | Denmark, Greenland President Donald Trump on Friday announced a new security arrangement for the semi-autonomous Danish territory of Greenland.
NATO Fighter Jets Shoot Down Drone In Lithuanian Airspace
In a separate incident, a Russian warship fired flares at a Danish helicopter in the Baltic Sea by John Weeks | September 15, 2026 at 7:33 pm ET | Lithuania, NATO, Russia, Ukraine NATO fighter jets early Tuesday morning shot down a drone in Lithuanian airspace that officials said entered Lithuania from bordering Belarus and was armed with explosives. It was the first time a drone has been shot down in Lithuania since the war in Ukraine began.
When in Rome, be yourself: Career advice from the experts
âUse the tools youâve acquired to create the impact you want to have.â This was my dadâs response when I felt like my work had no purpose or impact and I wondered if I was on the right path. Take a step back, assess your skills and experiences, and see how you can align them with what matters most to you. It doesnât always mean quitting or starting over; sometimes itâs about tweaking your current path and activities to better match your values and aspirations.
Zelensky Continues To Oppose Wartime Democracy Amidst Escalated Election Demands
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is facing mounting pressure to hold elections. The Ukrainian leader was elected to a five-year term in 2019, which expired in May 2024. Last week, Ukraine’s former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov publicly called for elections, breaking what has been characterized as a “wartime taboo” within the nation’s elite. He continued to demand elections over the weekend and also directly accused the Defense Ministry of corruption.
Zelensky Opposed To Wartime Elections
Volodymyr Zelensky’s term as president of Ukraine expired more than two years ago. He has remained in office without being reelected because elections were suspended under martial law since Russia invaded the non-NATO nation in 2022. Martial law remains in place because the war with Russia drags on. This is legal under Ukraine’s constitution, but it is not mandatory and internal pressure to hold elections is building.
Ukrainian Drone Commander Says US and NATO Funding Needed To Escalate Drone War in Crimea
Maj. Brovdi says the summer drone offensive is not operating at full capacity due to 'untimely funding' by John Weeks | August 11, 2026 at 10:53 pm ET | Russia, Ukraine On Monday, Maj. Robert “Magyar” Brovdi, commander of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces, was profiled by Hannah Arhirova in The Associated Press. While Brovdi emphasized the strategic importance of conducting deep drone strikes within Russia, this summer he has been focused closer to home.
US Intelligence Assets Said To Descend On Cuba
POLITICO reports DC insiders claim that 'intelligence community' is laying the groundwork for Cuban regime change by John Weeks | August 5, 2026 at 12:50 pm ET | Cuba Writing in POLITICO on Tuesday, Dasha Burns and Nahal Toosi reported that in recent months the US intelligence community has “sent spies and assets” to Cuba. Specifically, they reported the CIA has increased its presence on the island, which sits approximately 90 miles south of Florida.
Romania Starts Shooting Down Stray Drones From Ukraine War That Enter Its Airspace
Romanian officials said that three drones were shot down from Friday to Sunday by John Weeks | July 30, 2026 at 8:57 pm ET | Romania, Russia Romanian officials on Sunday claimed one of their pilots shot down a Russian drone in Romanian airspace on Friday, July 24. They claimed two more Russian drones were shot down over the weekend. In response, Romania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs demanded a Monday meeting with Russia’s ambassador to Romania, Vladimir Lipayev.
Syria’s Sharaa Tells Al Jazeera His Nation Is Working To Establish Security Agreement With Israel
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa said his nation is “actively working” to establish a security agreement with Israel during an exclusive interview Sunday with Al Jazeera’s Al Muqabala program. Al-Sharaa said several other nations were participating in the security talks and that any agreement reached would not involve renouncing Syria’s claim to the Golan Heights, which Israel has occupied since 1967.
Hegseth Says Not Giving the Pentagon $1.5 Trillion Is the ‘Greatest Threat’ Facing the US
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, during a Congressional hearing on Tuesday, said a failure to appropriate $1.5 trillion for the Pentagon’s Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) budget constitutes the “greatest threat” to US national security.
Work With Us! - 3MDR
3MDR is seeking a new Station Manager (full time) in 2026. The Station Manager is a leadership role, responsible for the day-to-day operations that keep 3MDR on the air. This position reports directly to the Committee of Management and leads a team of 1 part-time staff and 100 volunteers.
El contrato psicológico en el trabajo está roto. He aquí cómo arreglarlo
¿Cómo deberían las organizaciones construir un contrato psicológico viable? La respuesta tiene sus raíces en lo que se conoce como la ética del cuidado. Este concepto permite a los líderes comprender las tensiones y desajustes entre las expectativas que se tienen de ellos y las expectativas de las personas a las que lideran, en relación con el regreso a la oficina (RTO, por sus siglas en inglés), pero también, de forma más amplia, con respecto a las expectativas sobre el compromiso y el trabajo.
6 books that inspired IMD professors in 2025
The Wellbeing Book by Andrew Sharman The Wellbeing Book by Andrew Sharman Andrew Sharman reminds us that well-being is not an optional extra but a central pillar of human-centered living and leadership. The book draws on science and psychology to unpack the many elements of well-being in a clear, engaging structure.
Propaganda Reset
Books Propaganda Reset A new book by Michael McFaul advances liberal imperialism under the guise of defending democracies. Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Autocrats vs. Democrats: China, Russia, America, and the New Global Disorder by Michael McFaul Mariner Books, 544 pp.
Be Prepared This Summer
As we enter Summer, it’s now the time to think about being prepared for emergencies in all their shapes and sizes. We know it can be difficult to find the time and mental space to be proactive about being prepared for emergencies, but it really is essential for all residents and visitors to our broadcast area.
ON AIR: 3MDR’s 40th Birthday Podcast Series
ON AIR is 3MDR’s 40th Birthday Podcast Series, an EPIC oral history project celebrating the history of Mountain District Radio. ON AIR celebrates the 40th anniversary of 3MDR 97.1fm. Established in response to need following the Ash Wednesday bushfires, 3MDR has been a stalwart of the community for the past four decades, supporting local businesses, creatives and musicians along the way.
Keeping Up With Ukraine’s Nazis
Washington DC’s proxy war against Russia in Ukraine continues to grind up lives. Increasingly, the war looks like an indefinite hellscape, though there have been bright moments of hope. U.S. President Donald Trump has at times seemed sincerely committed to ending the war. In August, he hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin at a diplomatic summit in Anchorage, Alaska.
Keeping Up With Ukraine’s Nazis
Washington D.C.’s proxy war against Russia in Ukraine continues to grind up lives. Increasingly, the war looks like an indefinite hellscape, though there have been bright moments of hope. U.S. President Donald Trump has at times seemed sincerely committed to ending the war. In August, he hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin at a diplomatic summit in Anchorage, Alaska.
Golden Age of Rock ‘n’ Roll Music - Ghost Rider Has Seen It All!
‘Golden Age of Rock ‘n’ Roll Music – Ghost Rider Has Seen It All!’ By John Weeks – 9 November, 2025 “From the Dawn of the 50s, and to the Twilight of the 60s” – that is the description of the music format of the radio show, The Golden Age of Rock’n’Roll, broadcast on 3MDR 97.1FM. The Ghost Rider celebrates the 20th Anniversary of his radio show.
Contours of The Global Imperial Architecture
Antiwar.com recently published an article jointly written by Institute Director Scott Horton and this author (Weeks). The piece, “Strategic Treason: The Empire Fetes Man Who Killed US Troops,” discussed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s trip to New York City, which took place last week. Al-Sharaa once went by the war name “Abu Mohammad al-Jolani.” He fought for Al Qaeda in Iraq (AQI) during Iraq War 2. The man personally killed American troops.
Strategic Treason: The Empire Fetes Man Who Killed U.S. Troops
On Monday, September 22, the current president of Syria, Ahmed al-Sharaa, joined the former director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), David Petraeus, on stage for a discussion at the Concordia Annual Summit in New York City.
Strategic Treason: The Empire Fetes Man Who Killed US Troops
On Monday, Sept. 22, the current president of Syria, Ahmed al-Sharaa, joined the former director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), David Petraeus, on stage for a discussion at the Concordia Annual Summit in New York City.
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John Weeks | WealthManagement
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The Life Arc of a Philanthropist
Wealth management isn’t just about numbers on a balance sheet. To guide clients effectively, you need to know where their hearts are. One way to find out is to talk to them about philanthropy. Philanthropy, the art of giving to create a positive impact on society, is a dynamic journey. A philanthropist’s life arc represents how philanthropic engagement increases over time, passing through stages as life events inform and motivate actions.
Selbstmanagement: So beeinflusst der Negativitätsbias Ihre Führungsrolle
Je höher Sie die Karriereleiter aufsteigen, desto mehr stehen Sie im Rampenlicht – besonders in stressigen und entscheidenden Situationen . Die Crux dabei: Ihr Publikum – egal ob es sich dabei um Kollegen, Mitarbeitende, Kunden, Investorinnen oder andere Stakeholder handelt – achtet besonders auf die Momente, in denen Sie nicht in Bestform sind. Und ja, auch das: Spricht auch gern über die beobachteten Fehler und Fehltritte. John R. Weeks ist Professor für Führung und Organisationsverhalten am IMD.
Blitzkrieg Blowback: Nazi Warlord Primed To Lead Post-War Ukraine
On February 19, 2021, almost exactly one year before Russia would invade Ukraine, President Joe Biden addressed the Virtual Munich Security Conference.
Blitzkrieg Blowback: Nazi Warlord Primed To Lead Post-War Ukraine
On February 19, 2021, almost exactly one year before Russia would invade Ukraine, President Joe Biden addressed the Virtual Munich Security Conference.
Can Trump’s Iran Policy Be Saved?
Foreign Affairs Can Trump’s Iran Policy Be Saved? For decades, the U.S. and Iran have been heading for war. It may soon be too late to stop it. Featured in the September/October 2025 issue Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... On June 22, 2025, President Donald Trump unleashed the American military on Iran. Operation Midnight Hammer was not just a demonstration of how far the U.S. military can reach and how hard it can hit.
The Global Censorship Complex and the Local Voice of Liberty with John Weeks
This is reprinted from Jim Bovard's blog and expands on a post originally from 2023. Today is the 163th anniversary of the battle of Front Royal, Virginia (the town near where I was raised). On May 23, 1862, almost all the Yankee soldiers in Front Royal were captured,...
Syria and the Dark Side of the Force
There is a charming scene in the film Clerks (1994) in which the sidekick character Randall discusses his misgivings about the film Return of the Jedi (1983) with the protagonist Dante. Randall is upset that the Rebel Alliance destroyed the Empire’s new military space station (the Death Star) while it was under construction, thereby slaughtering tens of thousands of innocent independent contractors.
State Schools: Bad Then, Worse Now
On April 20, President Donald Trump dropped another executive order: Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities has been received by both supporters and critics as aiming at the complete elimination of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). Now, look, if you love your children (which of course you do), then the best thing you can do is take executive control of their education. You could directly educate them. You could hire tutors.
'Grocery Store Communism' | The Libertarian Institute
Zohran Mamdani is running for Mayor of New York City to “lower the cost of living for working class New Yorkers,” according to his campaign website. He has promised to freeze the cost of rent “stabilized” apartments, put the “worst landlords” out of business, create faster and fare “free” bus service, provide “no cost” childcare, increase the city’s minimum wage to $30 per hour, and build 200,000 units of “affordable” housing.
Israel's Minions Smeared an American Hero
American libertarians, regardless of their preferred faction, understand the state is a monster. We view the state the way Karl Marx viewed capitalism (demonic) or William Lloyd Garrison viewed slavery (cannibalistic). Sadly, American libertarians live under the most powerful state in recorded history. The social order is not aligned with our values, so we advocate where we can. Lower taxes over here, less war over there, a little more liberty around the way.
Overlord: Thomas Eddlem Unmasks The Empire
Thousands of scholars have taken on the central geopolitical question: Is the United States of America an empire? It’s a fierce debate that has unfolded over decades, places the moral status of our society at stake, and has four prevalent positions: 1. Libertarian Institute Director Scott Horton says yes, it is an empire and that’s evil. 2. Neoconservative policy advisor William Kristol says no way, and the U.S. government is righteous and benevolent. 3.
'Satanic Reason' | The Libertarian Institute
The central character Satan in John Milton’s epic poem Paradise Lost has been interpreted as closely aligned with the complexities of the human faculty of reason. The link between Satan and rational cognition was demonstrated in Lucifer and Prometheus, by R.J. Zwi Werblowsky. Lucifer (Satan’s pre-rebellion “dead name”) carries the meanings of morning star, brightness, and light-bringing.
How much do you know about negativity bias?
a) A stock-picking strategy of looking for loss-making companies that are undervalued by the market. b) The tendency to empathize more with people who are suffering misfortune. c) The tendency to be affected more strongly by negative events than positive ones. Answer: (c). Negativity bias is a strong human tendency. Typically, it takes four positive experiences to equal the impact we feel from a single negative one.
Is Racism Enabled by Capitalism, or the State?
The November 2023 issue of Texas Monthly contains an article that deploys the archetypes of our great anti-capitalist, government-supremacist, domestic imperialist passion play so deftly it could be a Hollywood movie: “Black-Owned Land Is Under Siege in the Brazos Valley.” A siege is an act of war. Who is waging war on black Texans and how are they doing it?
The Houthis Are Challenging Washington's Zones of Imperial Domination
Washington DC is an imperial city. It masks as Athenian democracy housed within Roman republicanism and underpinned by Judeo-Christian values. But behind the mask is a cold monster: the “interagency.” And the monster is committed to global domination. The imperial agenda has met with great resistance, most stunningly in Ukraine, where Russia has been degrading Washington’s proxy forces with extreme lethality.
Feeling Stuck - Career Move - Expert Tips - I by IMD
With many of us using the start of a New Year to reflect on our career goals, we asked our faculty to reflect on the best career advice they have received and what they’ve learned about maximizing their strengths to stand out from the pack and find fulfillment in their roles. I felt like my work had no purpose or impact, and I wondered if I was on the right path.
An Anti-Capitalist Human Sacrifice
The rise of the Luigi Mangione hero cult has sharpened the deep divisions within our society, fueled our political animosities, and crystallized the internal contradictions within our government supremacist, anti-capitalist, domestic imperialist cultural order. Mangione faces charges (including “first degree murder in furtherance of terrorism”) for the killing of Brian Thompson in Manhattan on December 4.
Winter Reading | The Libertarian Institute
Libertarian Institute Director Scott Horton’s new book is shaking things up and making a stir all at once. Provoked: How Washington Started The New Cold War With Russia And The Catastrophe In Ukraine is a read it and weep. Or, for the War Party hacks, don’t read it; just weep. Provoked has been endorsed by former CIA officer and bestselling novelist Barry Eisler. You can read all about it in my latest Institute article. Eisler, buy his own account, has published a novel that is very Horton-adjacent.
Exposing Truth Through History and Fiction
Since Libertarian Institute Director Scott Horton published Provoked: How Washington Started The New Cold War With Russia And The Catastrophe In Ukraine in November, there has been a renewed intellectual struggle between antiwar Americans and the War Party. Horton has been making the rounds on both independent and power faction media to tell the American people the truth about Washington DC’s duplicity in Ukraine.
Holiday reads to challenge and inspire
Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space The winner of the 2024 Kirkus Prize for Nonfiction, Challenger is a gripping history of the events and decisions that led to the 1986 explosion of the space shuttle Challenger. The book reads like a thriller novel, and the story it tells holds many lessons.
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