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From Flooded Shores to Uncertain Futures
Bangladeshi climate refugees are streaming into India—and revealing the strained future of global migration.

When Republicans Did Something About the Abuse of Power
How one courageous senator turned the tide on McCarthyism.

Europe’s Failed Quest for Independence in Space
Without their own space capabilities, Europe’s armed forces are blinded and grounded.

How Putin Transformed Russia
Reflections on the Russian leader’s 25-year reign.

Trump Eliminates Key Tariff Loophole
The removal of the “de minimis” exemption will hit Chinese e-commerce giants—but also hurt low-income Americans and small businesses.

What Trump’s New Budget Says About U.S. Foreign Policy
The president wants to significantly pull back on many of America’s traditional global engagements while spending more on the border and defense.

Trump’s Trade Talks Are Unlikely to Resolve Tariff Woes Anytime Soon
Trade deals require lots of time and attention to detail. Making nearly 200 of them in 90 days is unrealistic.

How Americans Learned to Love Coffee
The beginnings of a beautiful friendship.

What in the World?
Test yourself on the week of April 26: India beefs up its defense, the Catholic Church sets its conclave date, and Canada heads to the polls.

How Ancient Rome Blew Up Its Own Business Empire
Aristocrats disdained trade—but it helped build Roman power.

Hollywood Grapples With an Unfamiliar America
Three new action movies struggle to navigate the United States’ uneasy role in the world.

The Novels We’re Reading in May
From the Gulf as a modern Wild West to sisterhood in Singapore.

‘Elites’ Are Protecting Liberal Democracy in Romania
When elections are weaponized, guardrails are necessary to prevent corruption.

India Makes Diplomatic Push for Military Action Against Pakistan
At the United Nations, New Delhi seeks to build a case for self-defense after a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir.

Milei’s Moment of Truth
Argentina’s economic overhaul passed a key test—and earned support from Trump.