The Globalist

The Sand Lords of Dubai

As the working day comes to an end, workers in Dubai congregate to enjoy a bout of wrestling in the sand.

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At Home in Cuba’s Campoamor Theatre

Even though the last curtain fell in 1965, one man still calls Havana’s Campoamor Theatre home.

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Taking Stock of the World’s Billionaires

Stunning facts about the world’s wealthiest people.

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Nigeria: Lights, Camera, Action!

Each year, Nigeria’s film industry makes more movies than Hollywood. Get behind the scenes with these photos.

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When Do Planes Crash?

During which phase of flight do most fatal commercial aviation accidents occur?

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Urbanization in Serbia

Despite widespread migration to urban areas in Serbia, some communities maintain traditions.

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Untouched Cambodia

Despite rapid growth in tourism and commercial industry, there are still parts of Cambodia untouched by this development.

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Biofuels in Malaysia: Not So Sustainable?

Logging in Malaysia has cost the Batek Negritos much of their rainforest homeland.

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7 Facts: New York, the World’s Second City

New York and the role of urban economies in the United States and the world.

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9 Facts on China’s Economy Overtaking the United States

For China, the dramatic economic milestone in 2014 represents a return to past glory.

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