'Wake Up and Face the Flat Earth'

In an interview, columnist and author Thomas L. Friedman says globalization has outpaced its critics
April 18, 2005

The Atlantic Divide over Fighting Terrorism

Spain's commemoration of the so-called "M-11" terrorist bombings underlines stark differences with the post-9/11 US reaction
Jonathan Schell
March 16, 2005

The Kyoto No-Show Can Still Go Green

Even without signing the Kyoto Protocol, the United States can still contribute greatly to global greenhouse gas reductions
James Gustave Speth
February 16, 2005

Letting Sudan Get Away with Murder

Debate over whether to call the mass murder in Darfur "genocide" is preventing efforts to bring those responsible to justice
Ben Kiernan
February 4, 2005

UN Remains Critical In Post-War Iraq

Despite international skepticism, the United Nations will play an important role in rebuilding the war-torn country
Shashi Tharoor
November 19, 2004

Fueling a Crisis in Nigeria

As the government and civil society battle over economic reforms, the oil giant's citizens may stand to lose the most
Olly Owen
October 25, 2004
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Italy Sinks Into Political Limbo as Defeat Sweeps Renzi Away

But Austria election shows support for the EU
John Follain and Chiara Albanese
December 5, 2016

China Bars Activists From Taking Seats in Hong Kong Legislature

The move limits independent governance for Hong Kong
Jason Thomson
November 8, 2016

“Brexit” Requires a Vote in Parliament, UK Court Rules

Prime minister had hoped for speedy process, but court ruled against shortcut
Stephen Castle
November 3, 2016

Domino Effect...

Three African nations are giving up on the International Criminal Court
David Gilbert
October 27, 2016

Climate Accord Could Push A/C Out of Sweltering India’s Reach

India and other poor nations must end use of low-cost air conditioners that rely on HFCs by 2028
Ellen Barry and Coral Davenport
October 17, 2016
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