U. S. Lawmakers Demand Reforms to Immigration Officers’ Use of Tear Gas and Pepper Spray

A ProPublica investigation found that scores of children were hurt by these chemicals during President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. Lawmakers say the findings show more restrictions are needed.

U. S. Casualties in Iran War Rise as Military Strikes Begin Again

Despite a pause in hostilities during the rickety ceasefire U. S. -Iran ceasefire, the number of American casualties has ticked up to 423.

Nike’s recycled World Cup uniforms reveal the limits of ‘circular’ fashion

Will chemical recycling revolutionize the fashion industry, or is it just “an excuse to keep producing plastic clothes”?

Austerity Erodes The Governments That Impose It

Austerity packages reduce approval, drive protests, and raise the odds of a government crisis — especially in downturns.

Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’ Supercharges Violence in the Americas

The Trump administration’s aggression in the Americas has resulted in cartels fragmenting and embracing new strategies.

Trump’s War on ISIS Is Failing, No Matter How Gorka Spins It

Despite rising terror attacks in Somalia, Trump counter-terror czar Sebastian Gorka is taking a victory lap.

Inside the Struggle to Build an Iranian Opposition

A new group is trying to create what its predecessors could not: an effective democratic force for Iran.

Trump Is Treating Taiwan Like Collateral

The pause of a $14 billion arms package raises concerns about U. S. support for Taipei.