Ethnic tension drives yet another frenzied mob of Buddhists to violence this week in Burma’s Rakhine state. As the 2015 elections edge closer, the government shows no signs of quelling the mayhem.

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The Syrian rebels find a new foothold on the Mediterranean coast, and Turkey may approve.

A new law in North Korea commands men to be good socialists—by getting the same haircut as Kim Jong-un.

President Nicolas Maduro has nowhere near the charisma of his predecessor when it comes to foisting off Venezuela’s troubles on American-led conspiracies.

Remember when the BRICs were going to rule the world? Brazil, Russia, and China are having a rough start to the year.

Japan announces its support of non-proliferation and agrees to downsize its stock of nuclear material. After enduring criticism of his policies in the Pacific region, President Obama can enjoy a welcome, if minor, victory there.

The Ebola virus has killed dozens of people in Guinea. Aid organizations and governments respond as the deadly plague nears the capital city.

More than two years since Qaddafi met his end, Libya faces formidable obstacles in its struggle for stability.

Transparency and accessibility of quality schools are two of the biggest problems facing higher-ed today. Here’s how we can begin to address them.