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Posted by The Analyst | 25 February 2020 | Politics
Years of largesse give Bloomberg his own political machine

Mike Bloomberg's long history of philanthropic and political spending has given him a sprawling network of supporters that is paying off as he runs for president. An Associated Press review … Click to Continue »

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Posted by The Analyst | 25 February 2020 | Foreign Affairs
Dispute leaves Taiwanese stuck in locked-down Chinese cities

Beauty salon operator Shelly Chen flew from Taiwan to her hometown in China last month to see her aging parents for the Lunar New Year holiday. Two days later, their … Click to Continue »

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Posted by The Analyst | 25 February 2020 | Politics
Years of largesse give Bloomberg his own political machine

When Mike Bloomberg held a rally this month at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, the signs of his wealth and influence were everywhere. Former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, long … Click to Continue »

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Posted by The Analyst | 25 February 2020 | Foreign Affairs
Greece: Clashes on islands over new migrant camps

Clashes have broken out overnight on the Greek islands of Lesbos and Chios, where residents tried to prevent the arrival of riot police and excavating machines to be used to … Click to Continue »

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Posted by The Analyst | 25 February 2020 | Politics
Trump’s India visit moves from pomp to trade, military talks

President Donald Trump's two-day visit to India delved into substance Tuesday after opening with a heavy dose of pomp and pageantry, even as few concrete accomplishments were expected from the … Click to Continue »

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Posted by The Analyst | 25 February 2020 | Politics
East Timor’s premier offers resignation after budget fails

East Timor's prime minister offered his resignation Tuesday after the budget failed to pass in Parliament. Prime Minister Taur Matan Ruak said he would continue to carry out his duties … Click to Continue »

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Posted by The Analyst | 25 February 2020 | Foreign Affairs
Race to form Malaysian gov’t heats up, eyes on Mahathir

After months of resisting pressure to hand over the premiership to his named successor, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad finally quit this week. But in a confounding twist, the 94-year-old … Click to Continue »

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