Frederick Starr News Today

To the south of present-day Turkmenistan, near the modern town of Mary, lie the remnants of what was once one of the most important oasis cities on the Silk Road. So significant was it that not only did it become the capital of the Seljuk Empire, but during the 12th and early 13th centuries, it migh

The honoree of this years Rex parade in New Orleans was Lafcadio Hearn, whose name, according to media accounts, failed to ring a bell with many locals.

The honoree of this years Rex parade in New Orleans was Lafcadio Hearn, whose name, according to media accounts, failed to ring a bell with many locals.

In the late 19th century, travelers to Korea were often faced with the daunting task of finding places to stay. Japanese hotels and inns could be found in the open ports but for many Westerners, these were not very comfortable due to the cultural and dietary differences. There were a handful of Western-style hotels - mainly in Jemulpo (modern Incheon) and later in Seoul - but these were fairly expensive, providing they had vacancies. At one point there was even a Korean hotel - but the reviews o...

In the late 19th century, travelers to Korea were often faced with the daunting task of finding places to stay. Japanese hotels and inns could be found in the open ports but for many Westerners, these were not very comfortable due to the cultural and dietary differences. There were a handful of Western-style hotels - mainly in Jemulpo (modern Incheon) and later in Seoul - but these were fairly expensive, providing they had vacancies. At one point there was even a Korean hotel - but the reviews o...

Vladimir Putin bears responsibility for starting what is a criminal war. However, Washington and its allies irresponsibly helped create the circumstances that spawned the conflict.

New Uzbekistan — global recognition of open and pragmatic foreign policy

One of the most interesting of Central Alberta’s pioneers and one who has left a lasting legacy in the community is William Morley Puncheon “Dick” Jarvis.

Putin’s ambitions reach beyond Russia’s near abroad and to the international system itself, in which it seeks to regain and retain its position as a great power.

Russia’s large-scale war against Ukraine does also reflect how China and Russia are interlinked with each other to challenge the current global order. The Black Sea region has become a key area where the new European security order will be negotiated.