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The ‘courage to be’ in uncertain times − how one 20th-century philosopher defined bravery
The ‘courage to be’ in uncertain times − how one 20th-century philosopher defined bravery Philosopher Paul Tillich defined “the courage to be” as an ethical act that involves affirming oneself despite conflicting elements, and it’s not just an attitude or disposition, but a deed that requires sacrifice for a higher cause. Tillich’s concept of the […]
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US-Ukraine deal highlights Ukraine’s wealth of critical minerals, but extracting them isn’t so simple
US-Ukraine deal highlights Ukraine’s wealth of critical minerals, but extracting them isn’t so simple A dragline excavator mines rare earth materials in the Zhytomyr region of Ukraine on Feb. 25, 2025. Kostiantyn Liberov/Libkos/Getty Images Ukraine’s mineral wealth has been a key factor in its negotiations with the U.S. as the two countries work out details […]
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Are Ukrainians ready for ceasefire and concessions? Here’s what the polls say
Are Ukrainians ready for ceasefire and concessions? Here’s what the polls say After three years of conflict, a majority of Ukrainians report being war-weary. Tetiana Dzhafarova/AFP via Getty Images. A U.S.-Ukraine accord on a ceasefire proposal has put the notion of a negotiated end to the three-year war on the agenda, and in the hands […]
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