An EU move for more rational drug policy is disapproved by the British government, casting further doubt on the link between euroscepticism and libertarianism.
Author: Charles Richardson
Death of a warmaker
Ariel Sharon ended his active career by apparently repudiating the things he had previously been most known for. Did he really mean it?
US steps slowly back from Cuba sanctions
Talks between the United States and Cuba, a rare event in themselves, have proceeded well. There seems to be a dawning realisation that sanctions have outlived their relevance.
A Czech lesson for direct-election republicans
The Czech Republic has moved closer to getting its new government, but the directly-elected president will remain a thorn in its side. Maybe Malcolm Turnbull was right.
India sets up a big contest
The Indian prime minister announces his forthcoming retirement, but this year's election will see his party have trouble extending its ten-year rule.
The electoral top ten for 2013
A review of the year's most interesting elections and whether they show us any general trends.
The last election roundup for 2013
A semi-regular feature, with news this week from Turkmenistan, Mauritania, Madagascar, Thailand and Austria.
Happy birthday, world!
The World is Not Enough celebrates its first birthday today. Let us know what you like and don't like.
Holiday reading on Middle East peace
Just as the Palestinians indicate some new flexibility about the direction of Mid-East peace talks, a study on public opinion shows both sides ready for serious compromise.
German election saga finally over
Three months later, Germany has a government again. The outcome was expected, but the Social Democrats must still be feeling apprehensive.
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