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A big thank you to the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation for hosting a special screening of Astropolitics!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
November 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
A big thank you to the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation for hosting a special screening of Astropolitics!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Today marks the end of our Transatlantic Barometer spotlight week! With policy overviews, infographics, expert interviews and comparison tool, the Barometer is your resource for the most pressing issues facing the U.S., UK, Canada, EU and its members. Visit transatlanticbarometer.org to learn more.
November 7, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Today marks the end of our Transatlantic Barometer spotlight week! With policy overviews, infographics, expert interviews and comparison tool, the Barometer is your resource for the most pressing issues facing the U.S., UK, Canada, EU and its members. Visit transatlanticbarometer.org to learn more.
ASTROPOLITICS lands in California! Join us for the Los Angeles premiere on November 20. Following the screening, don’t miss a live conversation with director Tom Glynn &special guest Mandy Vaughn, CEO & Founder of GXO, Inc., as they dive into the future of space. Free tickets :https://bit.ly/4oCDSub
November 6, 2025 at 12:57 PM
ASTROPOLITICS lands in California! Join us for the Los Angeles premiere on November 20. Following the screening, don’t miss a live conversation with director Tom Glynn &special guest Mandy Vaughn, CEO & Founder of GXO, Inc., as they dive into the future of space. Free tickets :https://bit.ly/4oCDSub
Great screening of Astropolitics in Berlin yesterday! Thanks to Julianna Suess for sharing expertise and insights, our @bertelsmannst.bsky.social colleagues for their support, and our curious audience. Next stop: Vienna!
November 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Great screening of Astropolitics in Berlin yesterday! Thanks to Julianna Suess for sharing expertise and insights, our @bertelsmannst.bsky.social colleagues for their support, and our curious audience. Next stop: Vienna!
Infographics bring Barometer data to life! Use our infographics feature to see how 30 countries & the EU perform in key policy areas, including the surpluses & deficits of transatlantic trade. Check out the trade indicator & all our infographics here: www.transatlanticbarometer.org/topic/transa...
November 5, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Infographics bring Barometer data to life! Use our infographics feature to see how 30 countries & the EU perform in key policy areas, including the surpluses & deficits of transatlantic trade. Check out the trade indicator & all our infographics here: www.transatlanticbarometer.org/topic/transa...
The Barometer’s Compare feature allows user to directly match up two countries’ policy positions across topics. As the AI race heats up on both sides of the Atlantic, check out our Artificial Intelligence indicator to learn more about how transatlantic countries stack up: shorturl.at/2GYjM
November 4, 2025 at 1:47 PM
The Barometer’s Compare feature allows user to directly match up two countries’ policy positions across topics. As the AI race heats up on both sides of the Atlantic, check out our Artificial Intelligence indicator to learn more about how transatlantic countries stack up: shorturl.at/2GYjM
The Transatlantic Barometer has a new look! Enjoy the same reliable content, with new features and an easy-to-use layout. Each day this week we will be highlighting a different key indicator on the site: today is Elections and Voter Turnout. Learn more at transatlanticbarometer.org
November 3, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The Transatlantic Barometer has a new look! Enjoy the same reliable content, with new features and an easy-to-use layout. Each day this week we will be highlighting a different key indicator on the site: today is Elections and Voter Turnout. Learn more at transatlanticbarometer.org
🎧 New #HowToFixDemocracy episode: Andrew Keen talks with historian & technologist Derek Leebaert on trust in democracy in the age of AI. From FDR to responsible AI, why transparency & accountability are key to restoring confidence.
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/3LmW...
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/3LmW...
October 31, 2025 at 2:57 PM
🎧 New #HowToFixDemocracy episode: Andrew Keen talks with historian & technologist Derek Leebaert on trust in democracy in the age of AI. From FDR to responsible AI, why transparency & accountability are key to restoring confidence.
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/3LmW...
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/3LmW...
Discover our special #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the Dutch parliamentary election. Learn more about the results and what they mean for the Netherlands and beyond. transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
October 30, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Discover our special #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the Dutch parliamentary election. Learn more about the results and what they mean for the Netherlands and beyond. transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
Just 30% of Germans aged 12-18 support a return to mandatory military service. Find out what Germany’s youth thinks about the future of foreign and security policy in the latest B|Brief from @cflynnmartino.bsky.social , based on a new study from the Liz Mohn Foundation: bit.ly/47uY8qI
October 29, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Just 30% of Germans aged 12-18 support a return to mandatory military service. Find out what Germany’s youth thinks about the future of foreign and security policy in the latest B|Brief from @cflynnmartino.bsky.social , based on a new study from the Liz Mohn Foundation: bit.ly/47uY8qI
In December 2024, we asked our RANGE crowd to weigh in on the future of Starlink's satellite constellation. After more than 100 forecasts, the results are clear: 86% believe that the constellation will contain between 8,000 & 10,000 by the end of 2025. Go to rangeforecasting.org to learn more.
October 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
In December 2024, we asked our RANGE crowd to weigh in on the future of Starlink's satellite constellation. After more than 100 forecasts, the results are clear: 86% believe that the constellation will contain between 8,000 & 10,000 by the end of 2025. Go to rangeforecasting.org to learn more.
Join us in Berlin, Nov. 4, 5:30pm, when space & geopolitics converge for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS. Stick around for the post-film conversation with @julianasuess.bsky.social @swp-berlin.org. Free event, registration required: bertelsmann-stiftung.eventanizer.events/register/a00...
October 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Join us in Berlin, Nov. 4, 5:30pm, when space & geopolitics converge for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS. Stick around for the post-film conversation with @julianasuess.bsky.social @swp-berlin.org. Free event, registration required: bertelsmann-stiftung.eventanizer.events/register/a00...
We are excited to announce a special #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the Irish presidential election. Check out the Deep Dive for more information on the race and its consequences:
transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
October 27, 2025 at 2:40 PM
We are excited to announce a special #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the Irish presidential election. Check out the Deep Dive for more information on the race and its consequences:
transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
Great event yesterday on U.S.-German trade relations, co-hosted with the Representative of German Industry and Trade. Dr. Christoph Schemionek of RGIT and Kate Kalutkiewicz of McLarty Associates discussed tariffs' impact on trade and investment, and signs of optimism in transatlantic trade policy.
October 22, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Great event yesterday on U.S.-German trade relations, co-hosted with the Representative of German Industry and Trade. Dr. Christoph Schemionek of RGIT and Kate Kalutkiewicz of McLarty Associates discussed tariffs' impact on trade and investment, and signs of optimism in transatlantic trade policy.
Reason to celebrate! 🏆 Lithium Rising just won Best U.S. Documentary at the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival! Grateful to the festival and everyone who helped bring this story about critical minerals and communities to life.
October 17, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Reason to celebrate! 🏆 Lithium Rising just won Best U.S. Documentary at the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival! Grateful to the festival and everyone who helped bring this story about critical minerals and communities to life.
Interesting and timely discussion on NATO, Baltic and transatlantic security. Many thanks to our partners at @gssc-lt.bsky.social for cohosting! For more information about the U.S.-Lithuanian relationship, visit transatlanticperiscope.org/relationship...
October 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Interesting and timely discussion on NATO, Baltic and transatlantic security. Many thanks to our partners at @gssc-lt.bsky.social for cohosting! For more information about the U.S.-Lithuanian relationship, visit transatlanticperiscope.org/relationship...
🚀 November 4 @5:30pm ASTROPOLITICS screens at Delphi Lux in Berlin — a 63-minute journey from the Cold War’s space race to today’s crowded cosmos. Can space become a domain of cooperation, or will history repeat itself? free event, registration required: bit.ly/47xpM6L
October 16, 2025 at 12:56 PM
🚀 November 4 @5:30pm ASTROPOLITICS screens at Delphi Lux in Berlin — a 63-minute journey from the Cold War’s space race to today’s crowded cosmos. Can space become a domain of cooperation, or will history repeat itself? free event, registration required: bit.ly/47xpM6L
The #TransatlanticBarometer explores #energy and #emissions in our newest thematic indicator. Check out key figures in energy use and greenhouse gas emissions for each of its 30 featured countries and the European Union here: www.transatlanticbarometer.org/energy-and-e...
October 15, 2025 at 2:27 PM
The #TransatlanticBarometer explores #energy and #emissions in our newest thematic indicator. Check out key figures in energy use and greenhouse gas emissions for each of its 30 featured countries and the European Union here: www.transatlanticbarometer.org/energy-and-e...
The next #space race is for internet coverage.
Starlink already has 8,000+ satellites.
China’s Qianfan plans 15,000 by 2030—but can it get there without reusable rockets? Check out www.astro-politics.org for more on the #geopolitics of space!
Starlink already has 8,000+ satellites.
China’s Qianfan plans 15,000 by 2030—but can it get there without reusable rockets? Check out www.astro-politics.org for more on the #geopolitics of space!
October 14, 2025 at 12:57 PM
The next #space race is for internet coverage.
Starlink already has 8,000+ satellites.
China’s Qianfan plans 15,000 by 2030—but can it get there without reusable rockets? Check out www.astro-politics.org for more on the #geopolitics of space!
Starlink already has 8,000+ satellites.
China’s Qianfan plans 15,000 by 2030—but can it get there without reusable rockets? Check out www.astro-politics.org for more on the #geopolitics of space!
What an inspiring evening at the @josefkorbelschool.bsky.social !
Another great screening of Astropolitics is in the books — thank you to Angel Abbud-Madrid, Sandra Whitcomb, and Debak Das for taking part in a fascinating discussion & to the team at the Korbel School for being such gracious hosts.
Another great screening of Astropolitics is in the books — thank you to Angel Abbud-Madrid, Sandra Whitcomb, and Debak Das for taking part in a fascinating discussion & to the team at the Korbel School for being such gracious hosts.
October 14, 2025 at 12:27 PM
What an inspiring evening at the @josefkorbelschool.bsky.social !
Another great screening of Astropolitics is in the books — thank you to Angel Abbud-Madrid, Sandra Whitcomb, and Debak Das for taking part in a fascinating discussion & to the team at the Korbel School for being such gracious hosts.
Another great screening of Astropolitics is in the books — thank you to Angel Abbud-Madrid, Sandra Whitcomb, and Debak Das for taking part in a fascinating discussion & to the team at the Korbel School for being such gracious hosts.
Thanks to the @josefkorbelschool.bsky.social for hosting our largest RANGE forecasting exercise yet! Over the course of three hours, over 100 students from a variety of programs delved deep into the future of international responses to climate change.
October 13, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Thanks to the @josefkorbelschool.bsky.social for hosting our largest RANGE forecasting exercise yet! Over the course of three hours, over 100 students from a variety of programs delved deep into the future of international responses to climate change.
Space meets geopolitics—tonight in Denver!
Join the screening of ASTROPOLITICS at 5 PM - University of Denver - Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs. Explore the forces shaping the future of space and international affairs. Free event, registration: crimsonconnect.du.edu/KOR/rsvp_boo...
Join the screening of ASTROPOLITICS at 5 PM - University of Denver - Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs. Explore the forces shaping the future of space and international affairs. Free event, registration: crimsonconnect.du.edu/KOR/rsvp_boo...
October 13, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Space meets geopolitics—tonight in Denver!
Join the screening of ASTROPOLITICS at 5 PM - University of Denver - Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs. Explore the forces shaping the future of space and international affairs. Free event, registration: crimsonconnect.du.edu/KOR/rsvp_boo...
Join the screening of ASTROPOLITICS at 5 PM - University of Denver - Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs. Explore the forces shaping the future of space and international affairs. Free event, registration: crimsonconnect.du.edu/KOR/rsvp_boo...
A special thanks to our colleagues Jasmin Ruhnke and @pwalkenhorst.bsky.social @bertelsmannst.bsky.social for hosting us and our guest speaker Sebastian Daus for sharing valuable insights and contributing to a thoughtful discussion!
October 9, 2025 at 8:53 PM
A special thanks to our colleagues Jasmin Ruhnke and @pwalkenhorst.bsky.social @bertelsmannst.bsky.social for hosting us and our guest speaker Sebastian Daus for sharing valuable insights and contributing to a thoughtful discussion!
A wide-ranging discussion this morning on German reunification, from the Peaceful Revolution of 1989 to voting patterns in 2025. Many thanks to Dr. Anna von der Goltz and @schuneke.bsky.social for sharing their insights, and to our partners at @amgerinst.bsky.social for cohosting Tuesday's event!
October 9, 2025 at 6:14 AM
A wide-ranging discussion this morning on German reunification, from the Peaceful Revolution of 1989 to voting patterns in 2025. Many thanks to Dr. Anna von der Goltz and @schuneke.bsky.social for sharing their insights, and to our partners at @amgerinst.bsky.social for cohosting Tuesday's event!
A heartfelt thank you to Adriana, Francois, and Howard for their insightful contributions, and to the Flagey team for hosting us. A great discussion with a deeply engaged audience on what lies ahead in orbit and beyond.
October 7, 2025 at 9:57 AM
A heartfelt thank you to Adriana, Francois, and Howard for their insightful contributions, and to the Flagey team for hosting us. A great discussion with a deeply engaged audience on what lies ahead in orbit and beyond.