The Economist explains

What doxxing is, and why it matters

By C.S-W.

Blue sky, mountainous landscape in the background, with a rope bridge over the Indus River. A motocyclist is crossing the bridge.

Why are India and Pakistan fighting over water?

After terror attacks India has suspended a water-sharing treaty 

A destroyed Russian tank sits on a roadside near the town of Sudzha, Ukraine

How will mines dropped by drones change warfare?

They make attacks on tanks more precise and troops easier to trap


Donald Trump Jr., center, smiles after arriving in Nuuk, Greenland.

What do Greenlanders think of being bought?

Donald Trump’s desire for Greenland, and a shabby visit by his son, reignite the independence debate


What would Donald Trump gain from seizing the Panama Canal?

The president-elect claims the crossing is controlled by China and rips off American consumers

Where does Santa come from?

How a miracle-working Greek bishop, Dutch folk figure and early New York icon became the ubiquitous symbol of Christmas

Who are the main rebel groups in Syria?

They were united against the country’s dictator. Now they have little in common