The truth is that his tenure as secretary of state was often rocky, and as full of setbacks as acclaim.

The ratings agency’s decision will have no consequences for the U.S. dollar’s global role, but it highlights the country’s darkening fiscal outlook and governance challenges.

Israel at 75 is facing fundamental choices about its identity. 

Amid severe economic distress, many Laotians are increasingly undaunted by the fear of repression.

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