Expect more of the same during President Putin’s next term, Pompeo appointment signals a more extreme US foreign policy, ‘Brexit’ is a colossal waste, Saudi Arabia flags a nuclear arms race, Aung San Suu Kyi stays silent on the Rohingya genocide
“The Kremlin controls every aspect of the political process in Russia…,” writes Ingo Mannteufel. “That makes it very difficult to judge the more than 70 percent of votes [March 18] in favor of Vladimir Putin. Many Russians undoubtedly voted for him…
Readers write: Seeing China in good company, reciprocity in a relationship, following up with lawman, outlaw, exploring music
Recommended: How much do you know about China? Regarding the March 2 Monitor Daily editorial, “The moral question behind Trump’s plan on metal tariffs”: Thank you for explaining the importance of reciprocity as central to a thriving relationship.
Is Trump finding ‘America First’ incompatible with ‘America alone’?
President Trump came into office showing deep disdain for America’s allies. Mexicans crossing the border were murderers and rapists, and needed to be separated from the United States by a “beautiful” wall. Europeans were deadbeats who relied on Ameri…
At Stephon Clark funeral, a familiar story amplifies drumbeat for change
This time, the community in question is Sacramento and the young black man is Stephon Clark, a father of two who was shot eight times by police on March 18, according to an autopsy released Friday. His funeral the day before drew hundreds of demonstrat…
In Denmark’s Plan To Rid Country Of ‘Ghettos,’ Some Immigrants Hear ‘Go Home’
Officially designated as “ghettos,” 25 areas with a high percentage of immigrant residents will be abolished. The government’s goal is integration. “What they mean is ‘go home,'” one immigrant says.
As Syrian War Continues, Only 1 Rebel Group Remains In Eastern Ghouta
It’s been a dramatic, pivotal week in the Syrian war. Just one rebel group is left in Eastern Ghouta, a suburb of Damascus. Some have fled their homes while others say they haven’t given up yet.
14 Palestinians Killed, Hundreds More Wounded In Violence Near Gaza Border
Several Palestinians were killed and hundreds injured by Israeli forces in protests near the border fence between Gaza and Israel. The region awaits to see if the violence will spiral.
A guide to watching Arab elections
Any hope of the Arab world embracing democracy has long focused on its most populous country, Egypt. In 2013, he lead a coup against the Muslim Brotherhood’s Mohamed Morsi, who was duly elected but quickly started coercing democratic opponents. All t…
As flooding frequency increases, more US cities opt for green infrastructure
Boston’s Fort Point Channel is a dreary corner of an otherwise rapidly beautifying city. Severe flooding is on the rise in the United States, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Taj Mahal: You Don’t Have To Go Home, But You’ve Got To Get Out Of Here (In 3 Hours)
A new rule set to go into effect this weekend limits the amount of time guests may linger at the Indian site, as officials seek to regulate the movement of visitors.
Seven Palestinians Killed By Israeli Troops In Demonstrations Along Gaza Border
Tensions are high as Palestinians are staging big “March of Return” rallies along the border for the next six weeks, in advance of the 70th anniversary of the creation of the state of Israel.
Recent Comments