Black Friday’s Feeding Frenzy

What does the annual consumer blowout reveal about America?

King James Bible: 400 Years and Counting

What is the story behind the most widely distributed Bible translation?

Arab Revolutions—Giving Way to a New Power Bloc

The death of Libya’s longtime ruler—the ouster of Egypt’s autocratic president—Tunisia’s first free elections after a popular uprising. The “Arab Spring” is ushering in a new form of government for the region.

Can Religion Solve the Debt Crisis?

The Vatican has again called for closer ties between religion and politics—a move that should come as no surprise.

The “Occupy” Movement: A Leaderless Democracy?

Economic uncertainty has inspired thousands of protesters globally to take a stance against capitalism. Their alternative is yet to be defined.

Are You Stressed Out?

While stress is inseparable from daily life, how you deal with it can determine success or failure.

“Trick?” or “Treat?”

Halloween is the second largest holiday, after Christmas. What is the true origin of this day? Is it harmless fun—or something much different?

Israel’s New Reality

The Mid-East democratic nation is evaluating its position in a fast-changing region.

Jordan—Old Meets New

Surrounded by clashing religious ideologies, unstable governments, and ongoing protests, the nation seems to stand steadfast in a tumultuous area.

David C. Pack Visits Israel and Jordan

The Nation-state of Israel

Unrest Continues in the Arab World

Will democratic uprisings bring lasting peace—or continued bloodshed?

Hurricane Irene: 2011’s <em>Tenth </em>Billion-dollar Disaster

While the storm dissipated above the North Atlantic Ocean, its real impact on the nation had only just begun.

David C. Pack Received by Officials in the Middle East

Britain in Flames

After riots erupted in England, leaders called the state of British society into question.

Somalia’s Deadly Cycle

The nation’s continued unrest and severe drought has led to widespread famine and disease. What are the global implications of the country’s plight?

America’s Weary Allies