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Before the Nazis, German universities were among the best in the world. Step by step, the universities gave up their ...

Despite his rhetoric about democracy and inclusivity, Syria’s new president is steering the country back toward military dictatorship.

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This column profiles important historical events which took place during this week, 25 years ago, 50 years ago, 75 years ago ...