In Israel and the Palestinian territories – and other parts of the world suffering from conflict – the holy month has often correlated with heightened tensions and violence.

Xuefei Ren argues that cities in China and India are more aptly compared in territorial vs. associational governance than by regime type.

In Illinois, Chinese investors own only about one square mile of land, while Portuguese, Italian, and Canadian interests hold over 760 square miles combined.

As the new administration deemphasizes global engagement, sister cities such as Chicago and Mexico City show walls can't destroy the bridges cities have built.

In some of Chicago’s busiest commercial corridors, chambers of commerce and small businesses are coordinating with the city to plug gaps in Chicago’s response to the influx of migrants.

Around the world, cities continue to protect the basic human rights of vulnerable populations in the face of fierce opposition from national governments.

Discover the power of cinema as we unpack the 'Oppenheimer' movie's ability to resurface long-forgotten fears and inspire dialogue around nuclear consciousness.

August 12, 2024, RESEARCH Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz and Lama El Baz, David Goldman / AP, Download Report (PDF), Republicans are focused on inflation and immigration ahead of the November election, while Democrats emphasize abortion policies and democracy., The 2024 US presidential elec...

October 21, 2024, RESEARCH Public Opinion Survey by Lama El Baz, Jacquelyn Martin / AP, Download Report (PDF), More than half also say the decline of democracies around the world, foreign interference in American elections, and the conflict in the Middle East pose critical threats to vital US int...

COVID-19 cases are on the decline worldwide and in some countries, people are feeling hopeful as they recover aspects of their pre-COVID lives.