Nikesh Chapagain

Senior Contributor
Nikesh Chapagain is a Texan native who has spent over five years as a journalist and political analyst. He graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas and has since been published by the Texas Observer, the Dallas Morning News, the Dallas Business Journal, and many other outlets. His first book is The People’s Candidate.

Demand For Used Car Expected To Plunge

In the US, car prices have gone up as much as 40% in the past two years. On top of that, car dealerships are empty and struggling to get cars in their showroom to sell. What Happened To The Car Market? Car production in the United States plunged 23% in 2020, and it’s on track

Lebanon Returns 337 Artifacts Of Different Eras To Iraq

Lebanon Returns 337 Artifacts Of Different Eras To Iraq

BEIRUT (AP) — Ancient artifacts on display in a Lebanese museum for many years were handed over to Iraq by Lebanon’s Ministry of Culture on Sunday. As part of a ceremony held at the National Museum of Beirut, Minister of Culture Mohammed Murtada returned several items, including clay tablets, to the Iraqi ambassador to Lebanon.

Ukraine Claims Russia Behind Cyberattack In 'Hybrid War'

Ukraine Claims Russia Behind Cyberattack In ‘Hybrid War’

According to Ukraine, cyberattacks perpetrated by Russia led to the defacing of its government websites, suggesting Russia has been engaging in a “hybrid war” against its neighbor. An unspecified number of organizations affiliated with the Ukrainian government were infected with destructive malware disguised as ransomware a day earlier, according to a statement from the Ministry

Mali Junta Defies Mediators With 5-Year Transition Plan

Mali Junta Defies Mediators With 5-Year Transition Plan

Despite a deadline of next month set by West African regional mediators, Mali’s military government wants to extend its rule for another five years, postponing the next presidential election until 2026. A referendum on the constitution will be held in 2023 and a legislative election will be held in 2025, according to the plan. A

What Does A US Diplomatic Boycott Of 2022 Winter Olympics Mean?

On Monday, the White House announced that the US will have a diplomatic boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China. But what does a diplomatic boycott mean? The Biden administration has decided not to send an official US delegation to Beijing for the 2022 Winter Olympics. This means that no members of the

School Shooting In Detroit Leaves 3 Dead, 8 Injured

On Tuesday, 3 students are dead with 8 others injured in Oxford High School in suburban Detroit. Yet another familiar storyline that seems to loom over the US happens again. The suspect, a 15-year-old sophomore, has been apprehended, according to Oakland County Undersheriff Michael McCabe. According to him, a handgun was also discovered. The incident

Matthew McConaughey Will Not Run For Texas Governor

Matthew McConaughey, the beloved superstar out of Texas, says that he will not run for governor in the state after many rumors have circulated stating he might run for the seat next year.  He posted a video on Twitter stating his intentions.  🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/CKIYE7V6v6 — Matthew McConaughey (@McConaughey) November 29, 2021 He said that he