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A real question arises: Do national elections get Indians any viable results?

Former Prime Minister Sergei Stanishev’s quiet rise toward EU power broker.

A bold voice for a new direction in European foreign policy.

Why Poland’s foreign minister should become Europe’s new foreign policy chief.

Russia’s “pacification” policies stand in complete contrast to the EU’s strategy – and results.

Which common appliance uses about as much electricity in a year as the average Nigerian does?

Why women around the globe play a central role in creating better economies.

Power outages in the capital city of the United States are a surprisingly regular feature.

Imagine if China’s leaders lectured the world on every trip, as Western leaders do.