‘A More Dangerous World’: Iran Killing Triggers Global Alarm

JOHN LEICESTER / The Associated Press Jan 3, 2020 The targeted killing dramatically ratchets up tensions in the Mideast and sparks worldwide concerns. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

5 Ways to Prevent Corporations From Destroying Labor for Good

Robert Reich / Truthdig Dec 30, 2019 If we hope to create a more just and democratic society, we must ensure that new technologies don't exclusively benefit those at the top. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Time For a New Christmas Truce

Maj. Danny Sjursen / Truthdig Dec 25, 2019 During World War I, men on both sides defied their leaders and respective nations, if only for a moment. Let it be a lesson in 2019. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

Julian Assange Could Die in Prison, Doctors Warn

The Associated Press Nov 25, 2019 In an open letter, more than 60 physicians express grave concern for the WikiLeaks founder's deteriorating health in British custody. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Germany, Allies Celebrate 30 Years Since Berlin Wall Fell

FRANK JORDANS / The Associated Press Nov 9, 2019 Chancellor Angela Merkel and other European leaders place flowers on the remains of the wall that divided the German capital for 28 years. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Will Trump Have His Own Reichstag Fire?

Bill Blum / Truthdig Nov 5, 2019 If Attorney General William Barr succeeds in legitimizing a right-wing conspiracy theory, it could spell the end of American democracy. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Countries Pledge $9.8B for Global Climate Fund to Help Poor

The Associated Press Oct 25, 2019 Environmental campaigners slam the United States and Australia for refusing to contribute. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

France to Curtail Some Arms Exports to Turkey

The Associated Press Oct 12, 2019 In a statement, France reiterates opposition to the Turkish military operation, which is facing growing international condemnation. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

Greta Thunberg Radically Shifts the Discourse on Climate Change

Juan Cole / Truthdig Sep 24, 2019 In her speech to the United Nations General Assembly, the Swedish activist fingers the true culprits of the climate crisis. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

‘You Are Failing Us’: Plans, Frustration at U.N. Climate Talks

SETH BORENSTEIN / The Associated Press Sep 23, 2019 After teen climate activist Greta Thunberg shames them for their inaction, leaders claim they will do more but concede it's not enough. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

High-Stakes Gamble: Iranian Envoy Gets Surprise G-7 Invite

SYLVIE CORBET, LORI HINNANT and DARLENE SUPERVILLE / The Associated Press Aug 25, 2019 Fissures emerge among world leaders over how to deal with Iran as the country's foreign minister arrives as a guest of the French president. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

What Fareed Zakaria Gets Wrong About Afghanistan: Everything

Maj. Danny Sjursen / Truthdig Aug 19, 2019 The CNN pundit appears to be taking his talking points from prominent military sources. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )