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History of the Bank for International Settlements
The Bank for International Settlements is an organization shrouded in mystery.
Why Sale of National Geographic to Fox Signals Perilous Times for Photojournalism
Will photographs depicting the negative impacts of climate change appear on the pages of a magazine owned by a man who doesn't believe it is an issue?
The US Could End Saudi War Crimes in Yemen – It Just Doesn’t Want To
Despite its leverage over the Saudis, the Obama administration has been unwilling to force an end to the war in Yemen.
How Governments Are Helping Big Companies Pay Less Tax
Governments could have tackled corporate tax abuse, but instead ensured they didn't scare off investors to other tax regimes.
Capitalism and Its Regulation Delusion: Lessons From the Volkswagen Debacle
Under a profit-driven economic system, corporations will continue to find ways to evade government regulation.
Can Nations Reach a Strong Agreement on Climate at COP 21?
As the Paris climate talks draw closer, a look at what needs to happen for the negotiations to succeed.
Why Is the CDC Allowing a Private Group to Determine Federal Policy on Lyme Disease?
The guidelines that most doctors follow have been the subject of intense controversy.
Deprived of Right to Work, Refugees Struggle to Subsist Outside Syria
Barred from legal work, many Syrian refugees are forced to labor in the informal economy for little pay.
Abortion Rights Are Under Attack All Over the Globe
Even women who live in countries where abortion is legal often face obstacles to obtaining safe abortions, thanks, in part, to the United States.
California Gov. Jerry Brown Appoints Big Oil Executive as Industry Regulator
Big Oil, agribusiness and other corporate interests have captured the regulatory apparatus in California.