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U.S. Federal Reserve: American Economy Shrugged Off Brexit

Wed, 17/08/2016 - 21:30
The Fed is still reluctant to raise interest rates despite avoiding Brexit fallout.

Trump’s ‘Ideology Test’ Could Bring Back a Hated McCarthy-era Law

Wed, 17/08/2016 - 20:28
Donald Trump's plan would dredge up a Cold War-era law that critics say betrayed U.S. values without improving security.

Was American Swimmer Ryan Lochte Really Robbed in Rio?

Wed, 17/08/2016 - 19:53
A Brazilian judge issued an order preventing Lochte and another U.S. swimmer from leaving the country.

Why Did the Head of the Thai Junta Smell a Sock?

Wed, 17/08/2016 - 19:16
Critics of the Thailand's military government have been detained for voicing their opinions. But that hasn't stopped people from making fun of a photo of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha.

A girl I remember in Iraq

Wed, 17/08/2016 - 16:30
Best Defense is in summer reruns. Here is an item that originally ran on May 12, 2016.

Russian Hacking Campaign Hits Republicans, Too

Sat, 13/08/2016 - 00:12
A mysterious cache of leaked emails ensnares GOP officials.

The Olympic Spirit Is Unbridled, Rabid Nationalism

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 23:25
The Games succeed because they indulge precisely what they claim to transcend – the world's basest instinct for tribalism.

The Democratic Party’s Silence on Syria

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 22:49
The Syrian conflict barely received a mention at the Democratic convention. That’s because the party is at war with itself over what to do about the crisis.

French City of Cannes the Latest to Say ‘Non’ To Burqini-Clad Muslim Swimmers

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 22:46
The French city of Cannes is the latest to decide that burqinis are not welcome on its beaches.

Putin Dismissed His Chief of Staff. What Does It Mean for Russia?

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 22:31
Vladimir Putin dismissed longtime aide Sergei Ivanov as his chief of staff in what amounts to a major reshaping of Russia's elite leadership.

Turkey Touts ‘Positive Signals’ on Gulen Extradition

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 21:00
For weeks, senior Turkish officials have issued ominous threats and stern warnings to the United States if it fails to extradite Fethullah Gulen, the Pennsylvania-based preacher whom Ankara accuses of masterminding last month’s attempted coup. But on Friday, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu struck a noticeably upbeat tone.

Longform’s Picks of the Week

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 20:51
The best stories from around the world.

Kenyan Sprint Coach Used Athlete’s Badge for Free Breakfast, Then Took Doping Test for Him.

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 18:19
This Kenyan coach borrowed his athlete's ID to get free breakfast, then took a doping test for him too.

This Bollywood Star Keeps Getting Stopped at U.S. Airports

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 18:15
It's the third time in recent years Khan has been stopped by U.S. security.

Studies of military innovation: Tom’s interim roundup of the story so far

Fri, 12/08/2016 - 16:55
Best Defense is in summer reruns. Here is an item that originally ran on April 8, 2016.

Our Nuclear Procedures Are Crazier Than Trump

Sat, 06/08/2016 - 00:35
U.S. presidents are currently given a four-minute window to decide whether or not to initiate an irreversible apocalypse. Sad!

Gulen’s Lawyers: Embattled Turkish Cleric Not Going Anywhere

Fri, 05/08/2016 - 22:05
Lawyers representing U.S.-based cleric Fethullah Gulen lampooned the Turkish government on Friday, calling Ankara’s allegations that the 75-year-old imam helped orchestrate the failed July 15 coup “absurd” and “crazy.”

Longform’s Picks of the Week

Fri, 05/08/2016 - 21:47
The best stories from around the world.

Former Portuguese Prime Minister Clings to Lead in Race For U.N. Secretary General

Fri, 05/08/2016 - 21:36
Antonio Guterres encounters first sign of trouble in campaign to succeed Ban Ki-moon as two anonymous members of U.N. Security Council discourage him from pursuing top U.N. job.

The Philippine Government Claims That After Killing 400 Drug Dealers, Half-a-Million Turned Themselves In

Fri, 05/08/2016 - 21:13
Some 400 people have been killed in a massive drug crackdown in the Philippines. Now the government claims to have 500,000 people in custody.

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