Instead of ranking countries by their “business friendliness,” the World Bank should rank corporations according to their social responsibility.
The World Bank Is Refereeing a Race to the Bottom
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Africa
Ebola’s Racial Disparity
The most effective treatment for Ebola might be having white skin.
Rich Countries Pony Up (Some) for Climate Justice
The developed world has pledged $9.5 billion to help fight climate change. But it’s going to take hundreds of billions more.
How Ebola Could End the Cuban Embargo
Instead of encouraging Cuban doctors to defect, the United States should be working with them to stop the spread of Ebola.
The U.S. Just Lost a Client State in West Africa. What Happens Now?
With a U.S.-trained military officer now running Burkina Faso, will Washington press for a democratic transition or legitimize a military coup?
The “Upright Men” of Burkina Faso Wish President Compaoré a Not-so-Fond Farewell
Burkina Faso, known as the “land of upright men” (pace women), forced long-time president Blaise Compaoré to resign.
Central America’s Other Refugees
Refugees come from as far away as East Africa to try their luck at crossing the Rio Grande.
What West Africa Can Teach the U.S. About Ebola
Nigeria and Senegal have declared victory on Ebola even as healthcare workers in Texas contract it.
Ebola: A Symptom of Economic Inequality
While the Ebola virus is spreading globally, its impact will mostly felt in the world’s poorer regions, especially Africa and the Asian subcontinent.
How Women Are Bearing the Brunt of the Ebola Epidemic
Three-quarters of Ebola victims are women, with caretakers especially at risk.