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India has done much for English, not enough for itself

By the diplomatic hoopla in Washington that greeted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it would seem that intrepid U.S. explorers had just discovered India and were celebrating him in the way Britain treated tribal leaders in the 19th century: Show them the big time. Then co-opt them to vow ...

Climate diplomats lose cool over money

Belize is an idyllic country surrounded by the Caribbean Sea and rainforests. But it expressed frustration that developing nations cannot fulfill promises to provide money dedicated to preserving such beauty. At least $100 billion is required to save the rainforests, which are natural ...

Point: Schools are for learning, not therapy

What do 9-year-olds need to know about sexual activity or gender fluidity? For most parents, the answer is, “Whatever I choose to tell them at home.” But for millions of parents, that’s not an option. Their school districts are ignoring their wishes and engaging in conversations about ...

China’s charm offensive

Late last year, China’s President Xi Jinping celebrated his 10th year in office by defying a longstanding two-term limit after Mao Zedong died in 1976. The glory of Xi’s power play was tainted by two events: the economic damage caused by the COVID-19 lockdowns and the Ukraine war. As it ...