Azerbaijan, Turkey Sign Gas Pipeline Deal
In another blow to Russian energy politics, the two nations agreed to supply European markets with Caspian Sea gas.
Nick Ottens
Nick Ottens is a public affairs officer for the Dutch Animal Coalition and a board member for Liberal Green, the sustainability network of the Dutch liberal party VVD. He is a former political risk consultant and a former research manager for XPRIZE, where he designed prize competitions to incentivize breakthrough innovation in agriculture, food and health care. He has also worked as a journalist in Amsterdam, Barcelona and New York for EUobserver, NRC, Trouw, World Politics Review and Wynia’s Week, among others.
Have a Commercial Christmas!
The Pope would rather we look beyond the holiday’s “superficial glitter” and find meaning in the simplicity of Christ’s birth.
US Government Considers Gas Export Restrictions
Energy producers want to export American gas but manufacturers are critical because they rely on cheap domestic gas.
Karzai Balks at Terms of Taliban Reconciliation
Negotiations between the Taliban and the United States broke down after the Afghan president rejected the terms of a ceasefire.
Pakistani Military Trying to Push Zardari Out
The army says it isn’t preparing for a coup but would like to see the unpopular president leave the stage.
“Nuclear Submarine Should Be Sent to Falklands”
Britain’s former navy chief recommends the dispatch of a submarine to the South Atlantic.
Worst Case Scenario: A Second Korean War
Another war on the Korean Peninsula would draw in the United States and probably China.
Gingrich Likeliest to Attack Iran Among Republicans
The former House speaker is tougher on Iran than the other candidates.
Labour Party’s Got Deeper Problems Than Miliband
Ed Miliband’s predicament is reflective of the Labour Party’s ideological divide.
The Kim is Dead, Long Live the Kim!
The death of North Korean dictator Kim Jong-il leaves his third and youngest son as heir apparent.
Romney Says, Unlike Obama, He Understands Economy
Mitt Romney sharply criticizes President Barack Obama’s economic policy.
Belgian Government Takes Office, Credit Rating Cut
Moody’s calls Belgium’s creditworthiness into question.
There is No Political Solution to Europe’s Debt Crisis
Europe’s sovereign debt crisis isn’t coming to an end until its political class recognizes that a recession is unavoidable.
US Lawmakers Avoid Shutdown, Fight Over Taxes
The parties agreed to a measure that will keep the government funded through next year but still fight over taxes.
Gingrich Assailed at Last Debate Before Iowa
The former House speaker comes under heavy fire from his fellow contenders.