Pakistan faces a surge in terrorism, ranking second in the Global Terrorism Index, while the US considers an entry ban for Pakistani and Afghan citizens and shifts its foreign policy. Read more...

Reports from the Democratic Republic of Congo detail escalating violence, with civilians caught between warring factions and facing horrific atrocities, including mass rapes, murders, and bombings. Read more...

This week in politics: Cuomo eyes NYC mayor, a Barnard student speaks out, Favre defends Trump, Taiwan struggles with military recruitment, and Trump eases counterterrorism rules. Read more...