The return of the death penalty may have as much to do with Jordan’s wider political problems as with its crime rates.

Modi tells the radicals in his coalition to focus on economic reforms rather than on divisive religious issues.

But counting out ISIS would be a mistake. Let’s not forget, the upstart terror network has repeatedly surprised experts by overcoming problems they thought insurmountable.

Yet another blow to the “settled science” in the climate debate.

Not planning on dieting this holiday season? Our planet’s climate thanks you.

Fracking hasn’t found much success outside of the U.S., but don’t expect that to last.

Washington, DC gets in on the act, seeking to improve its high school dropout rates. Bravo!

While greens applauded Cuomo’s decision to ban fracking, many are concerned that the state is losing a crucial economic opportunity.

The state of historic Presidents is in deep financial trouble. A new study about state corruption doesn’t inspire confidence in its ability to recover.

Alexei Navalny, the polarizing anti-corruption activist and opponent of Vladimir Putin, is being charged with corruption. He may not be as admirable as Westerners think, but don’t count on a fair trial.