The nexus of oil, war and humanitarian catastrophe is an opportunity for the powers involved (increasingly Beijing) to come together to press for a solution
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The Party’s Over
The fall of Bo Xilai signals change in China’s growth-at-any-cost model
What the Titanic Means Today
The story of the great ship is a perennial reminder that we can never completely innovate ourselves out of harm’s way
A Blueprint for Preventing Nuclear Terrorism
The United States and Russia bear a special responsibility for the world’s nuclear security. Can they live up to it?
A Vet’s Perspective on the Afghan Massacre
Now that Staff Sergeant Robert Bales faces 17 counts of murder, it’s time to reopen the debate on mental-health screening for our soldiers, says a veteran who suffered from post-traumatic stress
Our Best Diplomats: Women in the Peace Corps
Women are now the majority of Peace Corps volunteers. Here’s how they’ve been uniquely committed to international work
Why I Want to Be President of the World Bank
The World Bank can once again take the helm of global development—with the right leadership
Is The Army Responsible for the Afghan Massacre?
There must have been a breakdown in leadership or protocol to allow a lone soldier to wander off base and commit such a heinous crime
Why You Won’t See Saudi Women at the Olympics
Is there a nation in the world that would single out a male minority for similar treatment and not face diplomatic complaints or sanctions?
The Savior of Europe
Mario Draghi, the new head of the European Central Bank, just bought his continent — and the rest of the world — some breathing room
Why China’s Rise Is Great for America
How America can turn an economic rivalry based on fear into a race to the top
How Oil is Propping Up Putin
The dirty little secret of the Russian leader’s success? $116-a-barrel oil
The Global Crisis You’ve Never Heard Of: Stunting
Chronic malnutrition affects children’s bodies and brains and has received far too little attention for too long