Writing the Global Journey

Ghosh’s and Rushdie’s novels don’t mention “globalization,” but the process is understood well
Salil Tripathi
September 12, 2011

People on the Move – Part II

Immigration policies that promote inequality and restrict integration weaken South Korea
Steven Borowiec
June 16, 2011

How a One Drink Changed Fortunes, Incited Protests

Tea’s history reveals globalization’s best and worst sides – trade, prosperity, migration and war
Farok J. Contractor
March 9, 2011

Europe Confronts Mediterranean Mayhem – Part II

European leaders should embrace multiculturalism rather than call it a failure
Shada Islam
March 2, 2011

When Millennia-Old Mummies Threaten National Identity

Ancient Silk Road exhibition brings China’s problems with Xinjiang into focus
James Cuno
February 23, 2011

Eighteen Days That Shook the Middle East – Part II

From culture to politics – what happens in Egypt spreads throughout the Middle East
Rami G. Khouri
February 16, 2011
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The Long, Uphill Fight to End Restaurant Tipping

International visitors regard the US custom as demeaning and even rude
Peter Moskowitz
October 26, 2015

How the Piano Became Chinese

China produces 80 percent of the world’s pianos
Sheila Melvin
September 14, 2015

Beheaded Scholar Refused to Lead ISIS to Hidden Antiquities

History and diverse beliefs threaten the Islamic State
Kareem Shaheen and Ian Black
August 19, 2015

China’s Soft-Power Push

The nation spends billions, but arbiters on soft power worry about tight government controls
David Shambaugh
August 13, 2015

It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! It’s a Professional Foreigner!

Survey by entry-level worker in China surprises managers and himself
Samuel Massie
July 24, 2015
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