In the Spotlight

A Third Alternative in Pakistan

Riding the discouragement that people feel toward the two main political parties, Imran Khan is working to establish his PTI Party as a viable third option in Pakistan's politics. By Tanveer Jafri.

Tunisia First to Govern in Era of Transition

Tunisian's election of its Constituent Assembly represents the first step in the Arab Spring's transitioning from revolution to democratization. By Aida Rehouma and Rabab Fayad.

Thailand's Floods Lead to Exploitation of Migrant Workers

As the Thailand's worst flooding in more than 50 years continues to ravage the country, migrant workers with no papers can find nowhere safe to go. By Simon Roughneen.

U.S. Forces in Uganda

President Obama's decision to deploy U.S. special forces to Central Africa to help end the LRA insurgency led by Joseph Kony raises a number of questions about the mission. By Scott A. Morgan.

Occupy the World

The Occupy Wall Street movement has become a global phenomenon, spreading to more than 1,000 cities in the United States and at least 92 countries worldwide.
By Kat Russell.

An Iranian Distraction from U.S. Woes

Rather than grinding against Iran, the United States would be better off promoting geopolitical accord within a changing and ever-volatile Middle East. By Laurelle Atkinson.

European Debt Crisis Going Global

A deal made in Brussels today begins to address the issue of Greek debt, but the crisis in the Eurozone still threatens the world's financial markets. By Ioannis Michaletos.