France's new government has survived its first parliamentary test, but the road ahead is beset with dangers.
Category: Political issues
Twelve months later
A year ago, Hamas brutally shattered the superficial calm of the Middle East. Neither side wants to admit the essential similarity of their attitudes.
Courts and constitutions revisited
Joe Biden launches an attempt to make reform of the Supreme Court into an election issue.
A sad anniversary
Some think that Australia's system of compulsory voting is something to celebrate. Here's why they're wrong.
Harris gets her chance
Kamala Harris is given her big opportunity at a time when her country and her party are facing disaster.
Tory Party stares into the abyss
Next week's British election is mainly interesting not for the result, but for what defeat is likely to do to the Conservative Party.
No clear winner in the Solomons
The Solomon Islands election held last week has produced a parliament in which the currently uncommitted appear to hold the balance of power between prime minister Sogavare and his opponents.
Ukraine or Trump?
Most Republicans in Congress want to help Ukraine, but their presidential candidate doesn't. It's the sort of conflict that the American system is ill-equipped to deal with.
More about Peter Dutton
Peter Dutton is in trouble again, partly because his media allies do not entirely share his objectives.
NATO at 75
The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation celebrates its 75th birthday. It's not an ideal solution to European conflict, but it's better than nothing.
The World is Not Enough 