Reflections on the negotiating style of the United States.

It’s becoming ever harder to go after corrupt politicians and lobbyists in the United States.

The Federal Reserve going about the process of tightening in the wrong way could have severe global repercussions.

Where does Bangladesh stand with regard to its fertility rate, population and media freedom?

When the world’s dominant culture exalts war, it is no wonder there is so much of it.

Continuing violence in Syria is the most severe indictment of the international community’s ability to provide for peace and security.

An “ever closer Europe” is the only way to curb the exorbitant power of the multinationals and curtail their power to “divide in order to rule.”

Spanish voters are dismayed with self-absorbed politicians who are determined to hold yet another national election which few voters want.

Apple, Google, Facebook et al.’s prolonged tax cheating further hollows out the already shaky support for globalization.

The Brazilian President’s removal from office will send shockwaves across Latin America, and possibly beyond.