GlobalPost - America and the World

For Which It Stands: Introduction to the series

C.M. Sennott — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 22:53:27 +0000

International visitors buoy US tourism industry

Susan E. Reed — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:30:37 +0000

Despite dreary economic times, a favorable exchange rate beckons foreign tourists to the majestic Grand Circle and beyond.

Obama in Japan: Reassuring an old friend

Justin McCurry in Tokyo — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:58:10 +0000

America's first "pacific president" extends a hand. But it's not all smiles.

Obama in Beijing: What you will see. And won't see.

Kathleen E. McLaughlin — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:56:47 +0000

In China, anything is possible. Nothing is easy.

Opinion: Incorporating lessons from Iraq

Mort Rosenblum — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:55:22 +0000

Rather than destroying a country in order to save it, turn to the hard slog of nation-building.

Design within reach

Daniel Grushkin — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:36:19 +0000

Cameron Sinclair founded Architecture for Humanity to bring thoughtful design to the world’s neediest.

In memory of a well-traveled dog

C.M. Sennott — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:06:29 +0000

She vacationed in Brittany and braved the second intifada. She enjoyed French croissants and dined on bangers and mash. Maggie was quite a dog.

War weary Europeans test their leaders' resolve

Mort Rosenblum — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:47:10 +0000

In several countries contributing troops to the Afghanistan war effort, holding onto public support is half the battle.

Canadian health care — it's their right

Sandro Contenta — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:19:24 +0000

In contrast to the US, where health care is a commodity, Canada has, so far, treated it like a human right.

India: The next Detroit?

Saritha Rai — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:17:58 +0000

Automakers worldwide ramp up production on the subcontinent.

Welcome to the new Bollywood

Jason Overdorf — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:49:28 +0000

Bollywood movies are suddenly starting to make sense. Hello Hollywood?

Spain strives for American appreciation

Michael Moffett — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:42:01 +0000

Will Prime Minister Zapatero's visit to the White House give Spain a nudge on the international stage?

Planet Health Care

Thomas Mucha — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 16:19:04 +0000

As debate rages in Washington, the answers are out there. You just need to know where to look.

Why this face frightens the average Thai

Patrick Winn — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 14:05:55 +0000

Thais have a fear of illegal immigrants that parallels that of Americans. The UN wants to change that.

Special Report: Health care in Taiwan

Jonathan Adams — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:17:45 +0000

What can the U.S. learn from one of the world's best systems? Plenty.

2016 Olympics: Three funerals and a party

Thomas Mucha — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 14:13:14 +0000

Rio rocks. Chicago, Madrid and Tokyo mope.

The 2016 Olympics: The betting odds

Mark Starr — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 14:12:48 +0000

President Obama is headed to Copenhagen. Will it matter?

Opinion: With all eyes on Iran, North Korea could get away with nuclear murder

Tom Fenton — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:11:08 +0000

Lest we forget: Pyongyang already has the bomb, and is probably more knowledgeable than Iran on how to use it.

Analysis: Obama strikes a tough tone on Iran

C.M. Sennott — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:50:25 +0000

But the diplomacy needed to get Iran to halt its nuclear program will require more than tone.

Scientist reveals India nuke test fizzled

Jason Overdorf — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:12:21 +0000

A top scientist's claim that India's 1998 nuclear test was a failure poses a big threat to Obama's nonproliferation plans.

Analysis: Al Qaeda on its way out?

C.M. Sennott — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:18:51 +0000

Al Qaeda, like all extremist movements, will inevitably implode. Now is the beginning of its decline.

US skier looks for his second chance

Mark Starr — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 16:20:12 +0000

Bode Miller snubbed the 2006 Games in Turin, but has now set his sights on winning back America's hearts in Vancouver 2010.

Analysis: Curtain closes on the G20, but will it close on "money-making games"?

Cindy Skrzycki — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:58:25 +0000

World leaders can agree on a new set of economic prerogatives, but they're only as strong as the rules underlying them.

G20 to act as global economy caretakers

Cindy Skrzycki — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:59:08 +0000

Russian president dishes on the sidelines of the G20 summit as leaders finalize agreements on the world economy and reforming bank regulations.

Analysis: The real work of the G20 begins at home

Cindy Skrzycki — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:32:07 +0000

World leaders are likely to find fault with America's sluggish financial reform.

G20: The two sides of the global economy

Thomas Mucha — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:26:30 +0000

The biggest challenge facing the rich countries in Pittsburgh will be the world's poor.

A G20 survival guide

Thomas Mucha — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:55:01 +0000

Don't know who's heading the Brazilian delegation or what China really wants out of the Pittsburgh summit? We've got you covered.

Obama stars on Letterman, tipping off his big week

C.M. Sennott — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:23:26 +0000

With Netanyahu, Ahmadinejad and G20 on the docket, all eyes will be on Obama this week.

G20 Pittsburgh: They meet again

Michael Goldfarb — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:13:12 +0000

Opinion: The world does not hold its breath.

Cities of sisterly love

John Enders — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 13:15:23 +0000

A sister-city relationship between a Mexican town and an Oregonian one has led to 79 marriages.

Indonesian commandos kill terrorist leader

Peter Gelling — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:23:15 +0000

Noordin Top, a master bomber, headed Southeast Asia's version of Al Qaeda.

As Washington talks, Afghan troops stumble

Kimberly Johnson — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:00:11 +0000

Amid debate on Capitol Hill over the need for more troops in Afghanistan, security forces on the ground are struggling.