NSA Director Admiral Michael Rogers says defenses alone aren’t enough—we need a stronger means of deterring hackers.

Pope Francis discusses the possibility that he might follow Benedict’s example and step down. It could mark the beginning of a major shift in the Vatican’s balance of power.

Yale’s new masters’ program bodes well for two of our favorite things: expanding the ranks of health care practitioners and improving online ed.

Sweet Briar College, a well-regarded liberal arts school in Virginia, is closing down. Other private colleges have tried the same “high tuition, high discount” strategy—but how long will the customers come?

Indonesia is working hard to attract tourists from the Middle East. This potential Muslim Asian tiger should be on everyone’s list of countries to watch.

Detroit, Stockton, New Jersey, and Illinois today…how many more tomorrow?

Whether Xi Jinping is confronting corruption, engaging in just another CCP purge, or some of both, the PLA is stuck dangerously in the middle.

Calling all readers of Via Meadia! We invite you to participate in a study on the relationship between internet activity and political participation.

First Walker, now Christie: the GOP’s most prominent presidential hopefuls are spouting ambitious plans to kneecap the blue model.

Modi angers Beijing by visiting a disputed territory claimed by both India and China. On both land and sea, Asia’s Game of Thrones is still going on.