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Is Mexico sliding into authoritarianism?

Despite public divisions over US aid to Ukraine, support for taking in those fleeing the Russian invasion remains unchanged since March.

The Global Child Nutrition Foundation shares key insights into the impact of school meal programs, and how the COVID-19 pandemic has put children at nutritional risk.

New data reveals that the US public would prefer to respond with to Russia's invasion of Ukraine with sanctions and diplomacy.

Russia’s war in Ukraine has sparked a domestic push toward alternative energy sources.

Old habits die hard for Russian elders, but younger Russians may be beginning to look West.

Geopolitical debates on power and competition in the Arctic have been around since the Cold War. Is a new flashpoint ahead or is the danger overblown?

President Biden declared that "the pandemic is over." Council polling shows that when it comes to security and foreign policy, most Americans agree.

With the global infection rate increasing for the first time since April, some countries are pumping the brakes on ambitious recovery plans.

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, new public opinion data shows that the conflict likely came as a surprise to many on both sides.

What is driving the recent increase in North Korean missile launches—and how should the US respond?

Polling shows the Swedish public is keenly aware of the threat posed by Russia and favors a strong policy response to the invasion of Ukraine.

An update includes polling results from the United States, Japan, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Canada, and Jordan.

Citizens and policymakers alike embrace industrial policy as great power competition intensifies.

While the public would prefer diplomacy with Iran, they are not taking more aggressive options off the table.

Europe's attempts to diversify its gas supplies could have unintended and negative consequences for climate progress, writes Chris Morris.

As Russia and China grow closer through economic ties, a joint Chicago Council on Global Affairs-Levada Analytical Center survey finds that the Russian public sees little downside to the growing bilateral relationship.

Can the world actually move away from fossil fuels?