Japan's constitutional debate is about not simply the document's past but also the nation's ability to respond to twenty-first-century challenges.

Why addressing chronic diseases is crucial for future pandemic preparedness

Elections throughout the world in 2012 brought several countries to a crossroads as they struggled with the eurozone debt crisis, the formation of post-Arab Spring governments, and recovery from econ…

An interactive slideshow looking at how the Olympics have served as political showcases for nations, individuals, and ideologies.

An interactive map examining conflict zones on the African continent.