Electric vehicles have a dirty battery secret.

The U.S. and China continue to be at loggerheads over who is to blame for Pyongyang—let alone how to handle the nuclear crisis.

And Brussels knows it.

Even as the stock market booms, many American cities are watching their financial situations deteriorate.

Republicans’ views of higher education have plummeted over the past few years.

The annual Malabar drills push back against China’s ambitions in the Indian Ocean.

Shocker! The Economist agrees with Donald Trump.

A climate change of heart? Turkey could leave Paris accord if it doesn’t get the promised cash.

Peter Berger, our founding board member and regular columnist, will be a charming presence much missed at TAI. Here our staff members tell stories of his charm and kindness, and provide you with a sampling of his impressive work for weekend reading.

George Orwell rolls over in his grave.