News Analysis
media in the 21st century
No One Is Covering the Big Apple

And the political and ideological ethos of the people who work in news probably has something to do with it.

Asia's Game of Thrones
South Korea Reacts to Trump’s North Korea Moves

While there are some jitters in Seoul, there are also signs that the tougher U.S. posture is welcome—especially insofar as it’s changing Beijing’s calculus.

overregulated
Daycare Credentialism in the District

Reducing competition in daycare seems likely to force many parents to pull their children out altogether.

Russia and Venezuela
Rosneft Could Soon Control Citgo, Senator Warns

If Venezuela’s economy continues to sputter, Russia could own a majority stake in the Houston-based oil company.

Youth Not In Revolt
Most Young Germans Opt for Merkel

And that’s good news for Donald Trump.

Golden State Blues
Californians Are About to Start Noticing the Pension Crisis

The tightening pension vise will force tax increases and austerity in the Golden State.

Libya Afterparty
From Responsibility to Protect to Slave Markets

Desperate African migrants trying to reach Europe are being bought and sold on slave markets in Libya. Thank goodness a Republican President didn’t author this mess, or we’d never hear the end of it.

Fruits of the Nuclear Deal
Iran Set to Receive First American Aircraft Since 1979

Iranian state media report that Iran may receive two Boeing aircraft this month, the first such delivery of American planes since the fall of the Shah and months ahead of schedule.

Growing Green
US Energy Emissions Keep Falling

America’s shift to shale gas is reaping major environmental benefits.

Palm Sunday Bombings
Barbaric Bombings in Egypt Targets Copts, Sisi

ISIS claims responsibility for Palm Sunday bombings of Coptic Christians. But the attack will also badly hurt Egypt’s economy by driving away tourists in droves.

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