While Africa grows, Congo’s torment endures
Many African countries have cast off the painful legacy of colonialism. But Congo remains mired in horror, violence, corruption and…
Here are three lessons from France’s first round
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen may not win France's presidential election. But her party keeps making gains while traditional ruling…
Why I’m anxious after France’s “historic” first round
I voted for the first time in French elections this week. I felt pride and responsibility -- and anxiety over…
Complacency, biggest threat to France’s Macron?
With Europe in the balance, centrist independent Emmanuel Macron could win France's presidential election. His biggest worry could be voter…
Becoming a citizen: Not just filling out a form
Becoming a U.S. citizen can be complicated -- both clearing the procedural hurdles and assimilating. Quan Tran, who moved from…
In Italy, it’s déjà vu all over again
When U.S. baseball legend Yogi Berra uttered the tautology, “It’s déjà vu all over again,” he could have been referring…
The challenges of integration amid Brexit & Trump
All immigrants face challenges when integrating into a new culture. Brexit and Donald Trump have compounded integration difficulties for many…
UK’s Labour Party needs to heal its Brexit split
Britain's Labour Party languishes under the controversial leadership of Jeremy Corbyn. It needs to reconcile divergent camps, at odds over…
Will Donald Trump smother free trade?
Donald Trump has denounced free trade. But protectionism will not solve America's manufacturing problems and could contribute to the breakup…
Meet Tania Bagan, News-Decoder’s summer intern
She grew up in Venice, enjoys writing and has won funding to try her hand in journalism. Meet Tania Bagan,…