Kenyans and Ethiopians welcome Obama with open arms
Obama's Kenyan paternal family background made his presence in the country as much a homecoming as a state visit.
U.S.-Turkey deal: disaster in the making
The agreement between Turkey and the U.S. to cooperate against the Islamic State in Syria brings to mind a description of "crackpot realists."
Fears mount in Guatemala as elections approach
Voters will elect a new president to succeed Otto Perez Molina of the Patriotic Party, who is not allowed a second term.
Social democratic NDP could lead Canada’s next government
If Thomas Mulcair has his way, he will head Canada's first social democratic government. With an election just called on Aug. 3, polls indicate that this may happen.
Germany's anti-immigrant politicians are today's Know-Nothings
Today, unfortunately, we are blessed with anti-immigrant Know-Nothings in many countries.
Shielded for decades, Pinochet thugs now face justice
Those involved in and responsible for the military takeover of Chile in 1973 are finally facing justice.
