Amanda Taub

A complex legal question became more pressing after a statement from the U.N. human rights chief.

Sometimes, even as the far right rises, the center holds.

Looking for answers, or an escape, in a fraught world.

In France and England, parties worked to limit voters’ choices to avoid splitting votes.

Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in his country’s election. But exit polls suggested the opposition leader won a landslide, setting off protests around the country.

Three book recommendations from sunny London.

“The Last Samurai,” which has nothing to do with the Tom Cruise movie of the same name, is as good as everyone says.

Even with peace talks underway, the region is far from stable.

Sending people to another country requires bilateral negotiations and diplomatic strong arming.