The United States again votes with Russia at the United Nations, this time with no support whatever from its usual allies.
Category: Political issues
Compare yet again: Australia and Canada
Canada's Liberal government, written off last year, goes from strength to strength, in a way that Australia's Labor government hopes to copy.
OK, let’s talk about tariffs
For a century and a half, being on the right generally meant you supported protectionism. Donald Trump means to bring back those days, if indeed they ever really went away.
Libertarians vs democracy, again
Matt Zwolinski explains what's wrong with the "libertarian" critique of democracy.
Europe, unsteadily, stands up
With the prospect of having to fend for themselves in a hostile world, Europe's leaders are preparing to put a lot more money into defence.
Manifest destiny, part 2: Canada
Canada is getting a new prime minister just as its southern neighbor is threatening its independence. So far it's doing wonders for his party's fortunes.
Manifest destiny, part 1: Greenland
An election takes place in Greenland, in the shadow of an American territorial claim that no-one really knows whether or not to take seriously.
A new world order
The Trumpian reversal of alliances gathers pace, with the US voting against Ukraine and alongside Russia at the United Nations.
Trump, Putin and Ukraine
Contrary to some optimistic forecasts, Donald Trump seems set to sell out Ukraine, but the deal is not yet done.
France’s Socialists come on board – sort of
France's prime minister survives for the time being, but the future prospects of his balancing act remain uncertain.
The World is Not Enough 