Twenty-six European countries wait on the Czech Republic’s President to sign the Lisbon Treaty. Once he does, the European Union will have a long-term president and a foreign minster, making them a more powerful political force.

The racially-motivated land reform program under Zimbabwe’s new leadership has sparked a fresh round of violence and controversy. Newsy.com sees what both sides are saying.

China and Japan publicized new measures to fight climate change in the run up to a UN summit this week. But how much emphasis should countries place on environmental policy?

China’s real estate boom has media sources debating the possibility of a massive housing bubble and what a burst would mean for the global economy.

South African jurist Richard Goldstone's report on the Gaza war has stirred criticisms and endorsement from many sides and brought up questions about the jurist himself.

Afghanistan election results favoring President Hamid Karzai are invalid according to U.N.-backed investigation. The probe says fraud played a role in the election, forcing a possible runoff or power-sharing deal.

U.S. President Barack Obama’s bow to the Japanese emperor is causing controversy. Was the bow an appropriate gesture or a symbol of U.S. weakness?

Sending aid to Africa has seemed like trying to fill up a black hole, with few concrete results. But are we just throwing dirt in the wrong place?

With only two days left at the Copenhagen Climate Change Conference, some argue a substantial climate deal might be a loftier goal than world leaders can deliver upon.

Dairy farmers protested over the lack of European Union's regulations in the dairy farming industry that resulted in the collapse of milk prices. News media examine the problem and solutions.

Al-Qaeda is getting poorer and the Taliban is getting richer, thanks to the opium trade. How could the Middle East power struggle play out for Western interests?

The UN World Food Summit ended with little fanfare. The meeting failed to secure funds needed to combat hunger. The media discuss what was lost in the failure.

A successful drone attack by the U.S. military on Pakistani soil is causing some to question whether U.S. robots should even be over there.

Muslims across the world are on a one-month fast during Ramadan, but not all of them are celebrating the Islamic holiday in the same fashion. Newsy.com takes a look at the differences and conditions Muslims in each region have.

With the 2010 Olympic Games just under two weeks away, the Canadian government is taking no risks in its security preparations despite a reported low-risk for terrorist attacks.

Media sources were still reacting to the scandal over leaked e-mails that some thought showed scientists knowingly exaggerated global warming’s effects.

In an extension of the 2007 smoking ban, the U.K. is considering plain packaging to discourage smoking among its citizens.

The world has a new tallest building, unveiled today in Dubai. But is the Burj Khalifa foolish or brave?

U.S. President Barack Obama visits China for the first time in office, as part of his tour to Asia. Global media are keeping an eye on expectations and reactions.

Taiwan has invited Dalai Lama to pray for its typhoon victims. But why is he really coming, and what does this mean for China-Taiwan relations?

The Obama administration announced a change in its policy toward Sudan, shifting away from the previous policy of sanctions and isolation used in the past six years. The media discuss the practicality of the new strategy.

Ousted Honduran Prime Minister Manuel Zelaya claimed to have returned to his homeland, two months after a coup that had the world watching. The media are examining the timing and impact of his return.

The murder of Chechen human rights activist Natalya Estemirova provokes accusations against prime minister Ramzan Kadyrov and the Russian government. The media links her death to a bigger problem.

Relief efforts have turned to rebuilding efforts in Haiti, and media sources are examining what it will take to be successful.

Porfirio Lobo is poised to become Honduras’ new leader. We look at controversy over his election and what it means for former president Manuel Zelaya.

Many Americans are fleeing the U.S. health care system to find affordable treatment in other countries. But is that a good idea?

U.S. President Barack Obama faces what seems to be his biggest week on the international stage. Media sources question if he is up to the task.

Muntader Al-Zaidi, an Iraqi journalist who was imprisoned after throwing shoes at former U.S. President George W. Bush, creates a new round of controversy after claiming he was tortured in a Baghdad jail.

There were a lot of big winners during the 82nd annual Academy Awards. But was the show itself a winner?

Israel evicts Palestinians from their homes in East Jerusalem, causing an uproar. So is Israel justified, or do the Palestinians have a case?