- The Origins of War in the Democratic Republic of Congo. I didn’t agree with everything in this very long piece, but it’s definitely worth your time.
- Confronting Anti-Black Racism in the Arab World. The logic behind this piece is atrocious, but at least the problem is beginning to be acknowledged.
- Science Debunks Date Rape Epidemic, Cites Binge Drinking Instead.
- Photos of Ramadan in 2013. From the Atlantic.
- China needs a new ‘national story’ because playing the victim card gets old real fast. Especially in foreign affairs.