Is The Trump Administration Being Too Soft On Saudi Arabia’s Crackdown On Dissenters?
The disappearance of a Saudi journalist who went into one of Saudi Arabia’s consulates has prompted only muted response from the White House.
After hitting ‘rock bottom’ over Kavanaugh, can Senate find a way forward?
At the height of the bitter battle over Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons sat down with his wife for a soul-searching conversation. “Is this really worth our time?” they wondered, as they discussed whether the sen…
Why Inmates Set Free After The Indonesia Quake Are Returning To Their Prison
Prisoners at the Donggala District Prison rioted as the earthquake and tsunami hit last month. The warden opened the doors — but now, after checking on their families, many inmates have come back.
Conflict exhaustion or democracy renaissance? The age of in-your-face activism
Activists say they only want to hold those elected to represent the people accountable for their decisions and are using every tool at their disposal to do so. Somewhere the middle are the bewildered casualties – like the the D.C. restaurant where pro…
Suspect Arrested In Germany After Bulgarian Journalist Raped And Killed
Viktoria Marinova’s death sparked an international outcry over the dangers journalists face. Bulgarian officials say the evidence shows she was the victim of a sex crime and not targeted for her work.
Why Apollo missions still inspire
A half-century ago this week (Oct. 11) Apollo 7 rode a pillar of fire into Earth’s orbit. It marked the beginning of one of the most remarkable feats of exploration in human history, the Apollo moon missions. A just-released feature film, “First Man,…
Opinion: How China Challenges America’s World Leadership
Chinese President Xi Jinping is ready for a change — specifically the transformation of the international system and China’s role within it, writes author Elizabeth Economy.
Post Indonesia Quake: Conditionally Freed Inmates Return To Prison
After the deadly quake violently shook inmates, they revolted. While some torched the prison, others left to check on their families. Many are returning or are checking in with the warden.
For Some Americans, Jerusalem’s Newest Pilgrimage Site Is The U.S. Embassy
The embassy draws tourists who support what it stands for: an about-face in U.S. policy, recognizing Israel’s claims to the city. They say the embassy’s existence reflects biblical prophecy.
‘Sports Illustrated’ Details How Some Cuban Players Make It To The U.S.
Rachel Martin talks to Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated about Major League Baseball’s shady recruitment practices in Latin America. Some teams reportedly broke corruption laws to sign Cuban players.
Concerns Grow Over China’s Influence On European Ports
European Union leaders want to put the brakes on Chinese investment in European harbors, after China snapped up stakes in several ports from Greece to Belgium in the last decade.
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