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Christian Borys

Christian Borys is a writer and entrepreneur from Toronto.

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THE ABYSS

Hyperinflation Is Helping Venezuela’s New Dictator

Donald Trump didn’t cause Venezuela’s disastrous economic woes, but his random war talk is making them even worse.

Christian Borys

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WARSAW UPRISING

Trump in Poland: A Clash of Civilizations Battle Cry

In the a.m., he offered Poland ‘no guarantees’ against Russian aggression. In the p.m., he endorsed NATO’s common-defense clause. Will the real Donald Trump please stand up?

Christian Borys

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POLES APART

Rent-a-Crowds Ready to Cheer Trump in Poland

The populism Team Trump once hoped would destroy the European Union has been defeated in the West. But it remains strong, in power, and increasingly authoritarian in the East.

Christian Borys

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SKETCHY

Who’s Killing Celebrity Horses?

The new party in power in Poland has flexed its muscles in many spheres of Polish life, but their latest power play may have been a big misstep.

Christian Borys

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BODY SEARCH

Poland’s Anti-Abortion Rebellion

Poland’s Catholic Church and conservative government may have figured a draconian new “pro-life” law would have general acceptance. They were wrong.

Christian Borys

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CHEATING DEATH

How to Hack Your Body Past 120

A high-profile group of futurists is exploring the possibility of extending human life. How will they do it? Treat the body like a computer.

Christian Borys

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WHOLE NEW WORLD

Silicon Valley Sets Its Sights on Africa

Google and Facebook want to bring the Internet—and with it, startup culture—to 4 billion people who’ve never had it. But Africa’s version of Silicon Valley will be uncharted territory.

Christian Borys

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