China’s drive to dominate global copper supply chains is part of its broader industrial ambitions. In its concluding strategic program “Made in China 2025,” the country clearly outlined its intention to penetrate higher value-added segments of the global value chains.

Theorists of post-industrialism viewed any industrial production as a second-rate activity compared to the "knowledge economy," and mining in particular as something primitive and improper. Chinese economic leaders, however, ignored these "progressive" ideas and instead strengthened and captured technological chains in both manufacturing and extractive industries. Among other things, the Chinese dragon has managed to seize leadership in copper production—so much so that American industrialists are desperately building defenses against its fiery breath.

In recent years, two U.S. administrations — despite their pathological hostility toward each other — have pursued similar policies aimed at maintaining America’s technological dominance on the world stage. They have used their broad authority to set global rules prohibiting companies worldwide from supplying China with the latest computer chips or the tools needed to manufacture them. Washington officials argue that this approach is necessary to prevent China from gaining a leading edge in the technological race for advanced artificial intelligence. However, China has also decided to experiment with the same imperial weapon — bans and export controls over strategic resources.

The lack of love from significant adults, especially parents, can cause serious emotional trauma in a child, which later negatively affects their adult life. Those whose parents were distant, cold, preoccupied with work or their own problems, may develop emotional deprivation – a lack of emotional connection sometimes called the "unloved child syndrome."

“If you keep holding back your feelings and thoughts, guided not by your own needs and desires but by others’ expectations and fear of rejection, it’s time to remind yourself that you live your own, unique, and unrepeatable life. How can you reclaim your true self and find the courage to accept and express your individuality?”

“Just one more episode – and I’ll definitely go to sleep!”, “Everyone is eating treats – how can I resist!”, “I should work, but my friends are inviting me out…” If you have ever broken promises to yourself, postponed important tasks for momentary pleasures, or given up on meaningful goals, you probably need to strengthen your self-discipline and willpower.

1418 steps through the Tretyakov Gallery — a journey from the beginning of the war in 1941 to Victory in 1945. The exhibition brings to life paintings, sketches, and sculptures that convey the people’s emotions. This project not only tells the story of the war but allows you to feel it.

The founders of Osetskaya.Salov talk about how Moscow is being transformed and how public perceptions of the city are changing, giving the example of the unique reconstruction of Lilac Boulevard as a symbol of a new approach to architecture and resident participation.

130 years since the birth of Sergei Yesenin were celebrated across the country — the poet whose lines about his native land, love, and freedom continue to move the hearts of generations.

An 8% decline in the number of students in India's primary schools over the past two years could lead to serious consequences.

Education in Russia is a complex and multi-tiered system that covers all stages of learning. It is regulated by the state and governed by federal laws and standards.

On February 13, 2025, a meeting of the Public Council under the Russian Ministry of Economic Development was held, where the results of the past year were summarized and new plans were discussed.