Commentary and Analysis

"In authoritarian societies, speech is not free precisely because voicing dissent can lead to arrest, jail or torture," Suzanne Nossel writes.

"Around the world, autocrats have recognized the power of comedians to puncture preferred narratives, undermine authority and stoke dissent," Suzanne Nossel writes.

Pope Francis wasn't afraid to wield the Catholic Church's moral authority, which remains a potent force in world politics, Paul Poast writes.

Issues around object provenance have hit the museum industry hard. Here’s a list of Illinois institutions that have dealt with controversies in this arena.

In the world of pro golf, there's nothing like the sport's big names alongside TV exposure to bring out specators from around the world. The owners of Cog Hill Golf & Country Club can tell you something about that.

With popularity surging, the WNBA aspires to attract the world’s best players. But global exchange doesn’t only mean bringing foreign athletes to the U.S.

And the annual event's impact on the local economy has risen rapidly.

Across the city, schools that use curricula from foreign countries give a unique edge to K-12 students seeking a globally diverse education.

American evangelical Christians demonstrate a unique affinity for the nation of Israel, highlighted by their views of the ongoing war in the Middle East.

For years the Chicago International Film Festival was run on a shoestring budget, but a new gift from the Steiner family is changing all that.