Brexit tensions and the two ‘i-words’
Crunch time is coming for Brexit, Britain’s decision to end its decades-long membership in the European Union. The economics of Brexit are daunting enough. The IMF said last week that there will be “costs” for the UK even if that process goes smoothl…
The key to recovery from a sports scandal
Two of the biggest scandals in recent sports history were back in the news last week. Each in its own way continues to provide a lesson on how contrition is a necessary step toward redemption. The larger of the two scandals was the serial sexual abu…
Breakfast with Tom Donohue: ‘real trade war’ would harm economy
Tom Donohue, head of the US Chamber of Commerce, is an old friend of the Monitor’s. But don’t call Mr. Donohue old. And certainly don’t suggest, even after his 21 years as the Chamber’s president and CEO, it may be time to retire.
At UN, a less restrained Trump expected to double down on America First
If all eyes will be on President Trump when he rises to the podium of the gold-and-green-marbled United Nations General Assembly auditorium Tuesday morning, it is in part for reasons that have been true since the UN arose from the ashes of World War II…
Readers write: Examination of US democracy, Nigerian zoo, Fourth of July coverage
The July 27 Monitor Daily article “A system under stress: Is US democracy showing real cracks?” is by far what I’ve found most enlightening on that matter. Take our geography quiz. The July 27 Monitor Daily article “A system under stress: Is US democ…
Last Private Rescue Ship On Deadly Mediterranean Migrant Route Loses Its Registration
International charities say it is a death sentence for hundreds of people trying to reach safety. They say Panama revoked the Aquarius 2’s registration after pressure from Italy, which Italy denies.
White House negotiation tactics may not pay off, America needs to consider civilian costs of coalition efforts in Yemen, The EU needs financial consumer protections, Why are tech companies in Korea summit?, It’s dangerous to give algorithms control
“Trump’s [recent] redirection of U.S. policy [toward the Middle East] converges with the ongoing frustration of many Israelis that blind American financial support for the Palestinian Authority has severe repercussions…,” writes Peter Lerner.
Sailor Rescued At Sea After Dismasting During Round-The-World Race
Abhilash Tomy, an Indian navy commander participating in the arduous non-stop, unassisted race, called for help on Friday after his boat was rolled in an Indian Ocean storm.
W. Kaumau Bell Makes His First Trip To Africa For Bourdain’s ‘Parts Unknown’
Rachel Martin talks to Bell, host of CNN’s United Shades of America, about traveling to Kenya with Anthony Bourdain for Parts Unknown. The show’s final season premiered months after Bourdain died.
In Pakistan, Stepped Up Security Seems To Calm Violence In Karachi
Sunni militants have often attacked the yearly religious processions of Pakistan’s Shiite minority as they mourn the seventh-century slaying of the prophet Mohammed’s grandson.
Iran Attack Kills 25, Wounds 60
U.S. officials are rejecting Iran’s claims that an American-backed country was behind Saturday’s attack on a military parade in Iran.
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