Archive
May 2013
Bangladesh Building Collapse: A Deficit of Governance
The recent building collapse in Bangladesh shines a light on glaring governance problems plaguing Dhaka.
IEA: North American Oil to Transform Global Market in Next 5 Years
A report sees a “supply shock” from increased North American oil output.
Google I/O Event Expected to Launch New Nexus Lines
Google fans have high hopes for the upcoming I/O event.
Kenneth Waltz: 1924-2013
Kenneth Waltz, a seminal scholar of international relations, has died at 88, leaving an immense influence on the field.
Osaka Mayor Hashimoto Calls Comfort Women “Necessary”
Toru Hashimoto sparks outrage with his comments on Japanese WWII sex slaves.
The Other DoD Report You May Have Missed: North Korea
Last week the Dept. of Defense released a report on China. Many missed the one on the DPRK.
The Real Anti-Access Story: Cyber
Often overlooked, cyber is one of the most effective methods of Anti-Access/Area Denial in any arsenal.
NZ Music Sensation, Lorde, Releases First Music Video For “Royals”
A video for Lorde’s pop hit “Royals” has been released on YouTube.
Fan Bingbing: The Hollywood Reporter's International Artist of the Year
Chinese star Fan Bingbing’s global presence continues to grow.
Floating LNG Upsets Oil and Gas Outlook in Australia, Southeast Asia
Floating liquefied natural gas is revolutionizing the oil industry.
New York Times Correspondent Expelled From Pakistan
Pakistani journalists respond to the news that Declan Walsh has been expelled from the country.
Tibetan Schools: Preserving the Socio-Linguistic Ties That Bind
Tibetans today thrive in the modern world, but struggle to remain connected to their cultural roots.