Forcing tech platforms to pay for news they pilfer is a modest and reasonable step to bolster democracy by fostering an engaged and knowledgeable electorate.
The rule of law is the foundation of civilization
Once power is wielded indiscriminately, it is free to serve many masters.
After the astonishing spectacle of Davos, Trump’s damage is done
Our nation’s place in the world, as a leader for democracy and peace, a reliable ally, has been utterly disrupted thanks to President Trump.
Bainbridge Island’s affordable housing problem is rich with excuses
The island’s cost of living is creating a chasm between those who can afford to live there, and those who must commute, with impacts on quality of life.
Bangladesh slams India over fugitive ex-PM Hasina’s first public address
Dhaka says it is ‘shocked’ the ousted leader was allowed to speak at a news conference, her first since the 2024 ouster.
Dr. William Foege, leader in smallpox eradication, dies
Dr. William Foege, a leader in the global eradication of smallpox, has died.
Swiss president responds to Italy’s fury over bar manager’s release
The Italian Prime Minister called his release ‘an affront to the memory of the victims of the New Year’s Eve tragedy and an insult to their families’
US military moves Navy, Air Force assets to the Middle East: What to know
Trump says US ‘armada’ is heading towards the Gulf, raising fears of a military escalation in the region.
World Cup war games: Counter-drones, cyberattacks and stadium ICE raids top US security concerns as FIFA comes to town
The U.S. is expecting at least 5 million international visitors, not to mention the millions of soccer fans at home, to be on the move during the six-week tournament
American climber Alex Honnold scales 101-floor skyscraper without safety gear
American rock climber Alex Honnold took on Taiwan’s tallest building on Sunday, without ropes or safety gear.