The Origins and Implications of the Scottish Referendum

By George Friedman, Stratfor, The idea of Scottish independence has moved from the implausible to the very possible. Whether or not […]

These 8 European separatist groups are totally inspired by Scotland right now

By Paul Ames, Global Post, OIARTZUN, Spain — The surge in support for Scotland’s independence ahead of the Sept. 18 […]

Centralization of the African Union Leadership Summits

Liesl Louw-Vaudran, a journalist and an analyst from South Africa with a solid experience in African affairs, summarizes the ways […]

Global medical costs — how the US stacks up

Many Americans complain about health care prices, but is care in the US the most expensive? Here’s a look at […]

450 days after election, still no govt in Belgium

By ROBERT WIELAARD, Associated Press, BRUSSELS — Belgium hit a new milestone Monday — 450 days without a government — […]