British Government Backs N.F.L. Franchise In London, But It Doesn’t Make Sense
The N.F.L. and the British Government are both behind the idea of a franchise in London, but the idea doesn’t really make sense for the league, or the game.
The Attack On Canada’s Parliament And The Lone Wolf Terrorist
Yesterday’s apparent terrorist shooting in Ottawa reveals again a phenomenon that seems difficult if not impossible to stop in advance.
Catalonia Secession Movement Moves Forward
Despite seeing the effort fail in Scotland, Catalans say they intend to move forward with their own independence effort.
Scots Reject Independence, But The United Kingdom May Never Be The Same
The United Kingdom will stay united, but it may never be the same again.
On Eve Of Vote, Anti-Independence Forces Have Slight Lead In Scotland
It’s all over but the voting in Scotland.
Scottish Independence Becoming More Likely?
With just nine days to go, it’s anyone’s guess how the Scottish Independence vote will turn out.
Scottish Independence Losing In The Polls
If recent polling is to be believed, the bid for Scottish independence is going to go down in flames.
Scottish Independence Referendum A Nailbiter
Scottish independence may be more likely than many think.
There Is No Such Thing as Europe
The English-speaking and Scandinavian countries are very different.
Implementation Of Europe’s ‘Right To Be Forgotten’ About As Absurd As You’d Expect
Judging by the early results, the so-called “Right To Be Forgotten” recently created by Europe’s highest court is creating more problems than it will solve.
Barriers to US-Europe Trade Deal Remain
A US-EU free trade zone is a no-brainer. But the devil is in the details.
British Ban Teaching Creationism As Science, Should The U.S. Do The Same?
It is now illegal to teach creationism as science in the United Kingdom in any school, public or private, that receives public funding.
Virginia Goes To War Against Uber, Lyft, And Free Enterprise
The Virginia DMV is threatening to crackdown on companies providing innovative car services to consumers.
2022 FIFA World Cup Hit With Bribery Allegations
More problems for the planned 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Garrick Utley Dead at 74
Veteran newsman Garrick Utley has died from prostate cancer at the age of 74.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Virginia’s Ban On Same-Sex Marriage
Another victory for marriage equality. This time from the state that gave us the Supreme Court’s landmark decision on interracial marriage.
Obama Ambassador Follies
President Obama is rewarding unqualified hacks who raised huge sums for his campaign with ambassadorships.
Obama’s Kill Rules Keeping Obama From Killing
President Obama’s new rules for killing Americans with drones are proving inconvenient.
Alexandros Petersen Killed in Taliban Attack
Dr. Alexandros Petersen, a scholar of Eurasian energy and a former colleague at the Atlantic Council, was killed in a bomb blast in Kabul.
What Happens Online Doesn’t Just Stay Online, Justine Sacco Edition
The danger of saying stupid things online apparently has not sunk in with some people.
Keith Richards on the Making of “Street Fighting Man”
WSJ’s Marc Myers has a fascinating chat with Keith Richards on the making of one of the Stones’ iconic tracks.
Report: Julian Assange Will Not Be Prosecuted In Connection With Manning Case
The Justice Department is reportedly not planning to prosecute Wikileaks founder Julian Assange in connection with the Bradley Manning case.
Swiss Report Supports Theory Yasser Arafat Was Poisoned, But Doesn’t Prove It
Was Arafat poisoned? A new report raises some questions, but answers none of them conclusively.
Euro Zone Jobless Rate Remains At 12.5%, Solutions Seem Out Of Reach
The economy of the Euro Zone remains in quiet dire straits, unless you’re lucky enough to live in Germany.
Roger Goodell Wants NFL Expansion To Los Angeles And London
Roger Goodell wants to see the NFL expand to Los Angeles and London. One city seems like an obvious choice, the other not so much.
First-Semester Grad Student Upends Entire Field
Nick Brown spelled bullshit and managed to debunk an entire academic subfield.
Are The Russians About To Outsmart Obama And Kerry On Syria?
A throwaway comment by John Kerry in London has led to some interesting diplomatic developments.
Why Some Killing Matters More
Why are chemical weapons a “red line” in a war where so many have been killed?
