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Turkey and the PKK have made historic moves toward peace – now begins the hard diplomatic work
(THE CONVERSATION) Turkey's peace process is advancing. In August 2025, three months after the Kurdistan Workers' Party – commonly known as the PKK – announced its formal disbandment, a Turkish parliamentary committee overseeing reforms as part of the process met. It followed a symbolic disarmament ceremony in northern I ... (full story)
'What you feel is valid': Social media is a lifeline for many abused and neglected young people
(THE CONVERSATION) As a teen growing up in an abusive household, Morgan coped daily with physical and emotional harm from her mother. However, she felt safe and supported when she posted about her experiences on a fake Instagram account – widely referred to as a Finsta – which disguised her true identity.
Morgan (no ... (full story)
Latin American literature contains warnings for American universities that yield to Trump
(THE CONVERSATION) As university leaders work to make deals with the Trump administration, many college presidents are at an ethical crossroads. On the one hand, they must do all they can to restore funding for vital research. On the other, they risk ceding to the demands of a president with views that don't align with their mission ... (full story)
Escaped slaves on St. Croix hid their settlements so well, they still haven't been found – archaeologists using new mapping technology are on the hunt
(THE CONVERSATION) "For a long time now, a large number of [escaped slaves] have established themselves on lofty Maroon Hill in the mountains toward the west end of the island [of St. Croix]. … They are there protected by the impenetrable bush and by their own wariness."
Those are the words of Christian Oldendor ... (full story)
When the government can see everything: How one company – Palantir – is mapping the nation's data
(THE CONVERSATION) When the U.S. government signs contracts with private technology companies, the fine print rarely reaches the public. Palantir Technologies, however, has attracted more and more attention over the past decade because of the size and scope of its contracts with the government.
Palantir's two main platforms are ... (full story)