Aid Begins To Reach Besieged Syrian Region, As Civilian Deaths Continue
Trucks loaded with food people have entered Eastern Ghouta, but many medical supplies were blocked. Despite an ostensible “humanitarian corridor,” shelling continued as the aid was being delivered.
Gentleness as a German export
Angela Merkel, a pastor’s daughter raised under a communist regime, is set to serve a fourth term as leader of Europe’s largest economy – a feat that reveals a remarkable set of qualities in leadership. Merkel has shepherded Europe through a decade of…
After Italy’s Election, 2 Rival Populist Parties Claim Right To Lead Next Government
The success of the 5-Star Movement and the right-wing League in Sunday’s election is the worst blow to the European Union since British voters chose to leave the EU two years ago.
Shantou University was a model for China’s reform. Now, why is it toeing the line?
On a rainy morning in January, Yang Ting stood in front of 150 people in an auditorium at Shantou University and recited a poem called “Homeland, My Dear Homeland.” The poem, written by one of contemporary China’s most acclaimed poets, Shu Ting, is wid…
Why Won’t The Old Caveman Stereotypes For Neanderthals Die?
New evidence suggests Neanderthals made cave art — and they may also have created religious rituals. It’s time to let go of Neanderthal-human “border policing,” says anthropologist Barbara J. King.
From Cockpit To Controller: Former Pilot Finds A New Way To Fly
When former helicopter pilot Tony Zimlich retired from a 20-year military career, he worried about his civilian job prospects. Then he discovered the burgeoning world of commercial drone work.
Preliminary Results: Italy’s Center-Right Coalition Leads After Election
Italians went to the polls Sunday after a campaign that featured violent clashes between fascists and anti-fascists in several cities. Immigration dominated the debate, as it has elsewhere in Europe.
USS Carl Vinson Will Spend The Next Few Days In Da Nang, Vietnam
It’s the first U.S. carrier visit since the end of the Vietnam war, and comes at a time of increasing tension between the U.S. and China, and among China and some of its neighbors — including Vietnam.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu To Visit Trump For The 5th Time
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Trump boast of their strong relationship. They share something else — both are under legal scrutiny.
As Scandals Swirl At Home, Netanyahu Visits U.S. To Talk Iran, Embassy Move With Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the U.S. this week for the annual American Israel Public Affairs Committee policy conference. The trip comes amid a corruption investigation in Israel.
Italians Go To The Polls
Italy goes to the polls Sunday following one of the country’s nastiest campaigns. We look at the implications for Italy and the EU.
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