Throughout Africa, China is challenging the West, not only in terms of economic investments, but also through its development aid.

Is circular migration the ‘silver bullet’ for achieving a ‘triple win’ – for the host countries, the migrants’ countries of origin, and the migrants themselves? Reaching a real win–win–win situation will require more than just positive thinking.

Before history repeats itself, it must be investigated. The invasion and occupation of Iraq, according to nine recent books, can be described as a string of conscious and politically guided mistakes – with disastrous consequences.

Anyone who wants to help prevent climate change would do better to give up eating meat rather than their car, suggests a recent FAO report.