As Craig Mazin’s hit new HBO miniseries “Chernobyl” comes to a close, David Lazzam reflects on the continuing implications the nuclear disaster and the stories behind it hold for our modern political system.
5. Authors of the NCC
A list of authors, past and present
AI in Canada: The Brain Drain of Canadian AI Talent is Now Local
In part 3, Research Analyst Alexis Amini explains why Big tech investments in the Canadian AI ecosystem create a localized brain drain of AI talents.
Preparing Canada to Combat Disinformation in the Upcoming Federal Election
Tiffany Kwok takes a look at the Canadian government’s measures to prepare against disinformation attacks for the upcoming federal election in October.
How the Canadian Armed Forces Protect Canadians from Flooding
As a result of heavy rain and melting snow throughout April, Quebec continues to face the consequences of significant flooding. As of May 13th, thousands are still recovering, with the Laurentians and Outaouais being the most affected. Flooding has also occurred throughout Ontario and New Brunswick, causing officials to keep close watch over the rivers Read More…
From Kabul to London: The Meteoric Rise of Afghan Cricket
A look at the inspiring story of Afghanistan at this year’s Cricket World Cup, and the security implications of sport in international affairs.
Perspectives On U.S. Intervention In Latin American Affairs Through History
The interns analyze how U.S. intervention in Latin American affairs impacted social, political, and economic development in the region throughout history.
Making the Case for a Military Candidate in the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election
The 2020 Democratic nomination is shaping up to be one of the most consequential on record. With 20 candidates in the running, the speculation is suffocating. But for all the animosity, divisiveness, and bickering soon to come, a common cause remains: ensuring Donald Trump becomes just the fourth one-term President since World War II. This Read More…
Escaping the Canteen: The Rise of Post-Soviet Cuisine
David Lazzam explores the cultural growth that has emerged in Russian cuisine since the fall of the Soviet Union.
The Environmental Implications of Women’s Economic Role in Society
On January 25th, Greta Thunberg, a Swedish teenage girl, gave a speech at the 2019 Davos World Economic Forum, stating “I don’t want your hope, I don’t want you to be hopeful. I want you to panic. I want you to feel the fear I feel everyday and I want you to act. I want Read More…
Growing Up, or Apart? : European Strategic Autonomy
The mutual dependency of nations for the purposes of protection is a normalized standard in international security. Yet, this complementary relationship is not one that is easily achieved and requires a lot to maintain. In recent years, the term ‘strategic autonomy’ has stimulated interest amongst a large European collective, producing both supporters and opponents of Read More…