Russia Sending Air Defense Weapons To Syria, Risking Confrontation With Israel
Signs and portents in the Middle East.
How Apple Avoids Paying Taxes
The US Senate wants to know why Apple and other big technology companies are paying so little into the US Treasury.
The Youth Unemployment Problem
Large numbers of younger workers are having trouble finding work in many parts of the developed world.
McCain Going After Cable TV
John McCain is taking a break from advocating yet another war in the Middle East to make war against cable television companies.
Somali Pirates Take Year Off
It’s 365 days and counting since the last reported case of piracy in the Horn of Africa.
Tesla Model S Makes Electric Car Interesting
Some are criticizing the US government subsidies to Tesla Motors for its Model S electric car, which sells for almost $100,000. Kevin Bullis argues that it’s a smart investment.
Syrian Rebels, Not Government, Used Chemical Weapons Says UN
The infamous “red line” may not have been crossed after all. At least not by the Assad regime.
Obama Administration Walking Back Obama’s Red Line
Is the White House distancing itself from the President’s “red line” remarks about Syria?
Basic Truths on US-Mexican Relations
In fact, yes: the demand for drugs does come largely from the US.
Arming The Syrian Rebels Not Likely To Accomplish Anything
Arming the Syrian rebels may do nothing more than prolong a seemingly endless war, and pull the United States into a conflict it shouldn’t be involved in.
China And The Future Of World Oil Markets
The world oil markets aren’t too far away from being hit by the shock of massively increased demand from China. Somehow, we’ll have to adapt.
The American People Want To Stay Out Of Syria
A new poll shows that 62% of Americans oppose American military intervention in Syria’s civil war.