In the last few years, the world has completely changed. We'll discuss a major news article from a leading UK or US media source (such as the BBC, CNN, New York Times, or the Guardian). We'll see how In the last few years, the world has completely changed. We'll discuss a major news article from a leading UK or US media source (such as the BBC, CNN, New York Times, or the Guardian). We'll see how they relate to the changes to the global politics and economics and the decline of US dominance; the rise of AI; the returning risks of nuclear weapons; climates change; and the domestic challenges democracies face around the world face.

It's a chance to understand how everyday news relates to these changes, as well as to practice English and make friends in the process. ...Read More Show Less

This might interest you if... If you want the chance to express views and opinions in English, a chance to develop critical thinking skills, or to gain a deeper understanding of what on earth is goin This might interest you if... If you want the chance to express views and opinions in English, a chance to develop critical thinking skills, or to gain a deeper understanding of what on earth is going on the world of politics, economics, and current events generally, this class will interest you! ...Read More Show Less

A question is asked with the article we read to start the discussion, for example: What does [US President] Donald Trump want from Greenland? And, What does the rise of Far Right parties tell us about democracy?