Daily Archives: August 4, 2025

White Paper: The Strategic Situation of the Late Assyrian Empire

Posted on August 4, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary In the late 7th century BCE, the Neo-Assyrian Empire stood at the apex of its territorial reach but simultaneously approached a tipping point that would soon lead to its catastrophic collapse. The empire’s political and military dominance over … Continue reading →

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White Paper: Cults in Mixed Martial Arts: Risks, Mechanisms, and Safeguards

Posted on August 4, 2025 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary Mixed martial arts (MMA) has developed from a niche combat sport into a global phenomenon. However, its culture, which often emphasizes loyalty, discipline, and intense personal commitment, has occasionally created conditions conducive to cult-like dynamics. Certain MMA gyms, … Continue reading →

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