By: Casey Galvin On January 17, 2026, the Agreement under the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction, commonly known as the BBNJ Agreement or High Seas Treaty, entered into force. Its entry into force marks the culmination […]
By: Ana Garcia-Velez From the Olympic Games to the World Cup and the Super Bowl, mega sporting events draw in millions of viewers worldwide. In fact, “85% of internet users say they regularly watch at least one sport online or on television,” equating to billions of people across the globe. It’s easy to understand why these […]
By: Carla Rubio Within the four corners of a courtroom, lawyers are more than advocates; they are performers. From the moment they enter a courthouse, they begin a carefully constructed performance that serves to establish authority and gravity. The space itself and the formality of the setting demand respect. It’s a ritual, one that legitimizes […]
By: Yedida Bentolila Greenland has emerged as a modern geopolitical dilemma given recent statements made by President Donald Trump. He has expressed interest in acquiring Greenland and has renewed longstanding questions about the legal and political authority of the United States to annex foreign territory. Although the United States has not added permanent territory through purchase or cession […]
