Crucifying secularism
A court ruling ordering the removal of the crucifix from a classroom has triggered an uproar in Italy, writes Samia Nkrumah from Rome

Under whose wing?
The pre-trial investigation into the death of Iranian-Canadian photojournalist Zahra Kazemi raises important questions about dual citizenship and a country's ability to protect its citizens abroad, writes Jaideep Mukerji

Tories in turmoil
After unceremoniously dumping their leader, Britain's Tories look to a party stalwart to reverse their sagging fortunes. Alistair Alexander reports from London

US marks its turf
Senior US officials said the Syria Accountability Act was a way of telling Damascus that they mean business. Khaled Dawoud reports from Washington

Sanctions as weapons of mass destruction
The US embargo against Cuba was once again universally condemned at the UN General Assembly, writes Faiza Rady

Hard act to follow
Widely regarded as a champion of the developing world, Mahathir Mohamed's remarks often fuelled widespread consternation in the West. Gamal Nkrumah reviews the legacy of Malaysia's outgoing prime minister