When American black vocalists and songwriters did their thing in the Sixties, they made political waves as well as music, whether they intended to or not.

Dozens of community colleges throughout the country now offer the full four-year degree. This could be the long-awaited birth of a convenient and affordable B.A., or it could be a case of credentialism gone wild.

The Middle East Respiratory Syndrome surfaces in South Asia. One man has died so far, another case been reported, and fears of a SARS-style panic may not be far behind.

Maryland demands more money from distance education programs that enroll students in Maryland. The state is protecting its own online education outfit at the expense of students, chasing away competitors that may offer cheaper, better programs.

On the heels of Japan’s recent apology to the Philippines for wartime brutality, the Japanese PM will meet with South Korea’s President to discuss the “comfort women” dispute.

Strategic failure in the Middle East could be a blessing in disguise.

U.S. advantages in the new era of unconventional energy are many.

Corporations like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin have started investing in workers early: They are partnering with university systems to create undergraduate programs. We approve: Students can expect better job prospects after acquiring skills the market wants.

Discretion may be the better part of valor for defenders of democracy.

China and the U.S. each need the other to remain economically vibrant, and both will benefit from a U.S.-led global order.