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Why Syria Matters to You

Sept. 26, 2016 The Syrian civil war has managed to draw in many global powers.

Biden Demands the Impossible of Ukraine: End Corruption

Sept. 23, 2016Ā Sanctions against Russia arenā€™t working and the U.S. is forced to consider a new approach.

Troubling Times for Regional Stability in Russia

Sept. 22, 2016 The Kremlin is searching for ways to hold the country together in the face of a struggling economy.

The Balkans: Still the Powder Keg of Europe?

Sept. 22, 2016 As external powers jockey for influence, instability is still rife in the divided region.

China, Germany and Sliding US Demand

Sept. 21, 2016Ā Declining U.S. demand for major exportersā€™ goods could spell disaster.

Germany Again

Sept. 20, 2016Ā The results of state elections in Berlin may be another indicator of an economic downturn.

The Decline of Austerity Politics

Sept. 19, 2016Ā More pressing issues have taken the place of belt-tightening.

15 Years in Something They Call War

Sept. 19 2016 The U.S. has veered away from its original mission since going to war in Afghanistan after 9/11.

Lehman Brothers and Germany: An Opera in Two Acts

Sept. 16, 2016Ā Repercussions of the 2008 financial crisis are still being felt today.

China Is Still Really Poor

Sept. 15, 2016Ā China says it has lifted 700 million people out of poverty. What does that really mean?

Afghanistan’s Unending Civil War

Sept. 15, 2016Ā Despite Western backing, the government has been unable to suppress the Taliban and gain control of the country.

Why the Rise in Wages Is Great News and a Problem

Sept. 14, 2016Ā Seemingly positive economic news for the U.S. could actually portend a recession.

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