For the first time in the history of the UN, an elected member state has refused to take its seat on the UN Security Council. Saudi Arabia declined to take its seat because it believes that the Security Council is unable to perform its duties in Syria and that the Council is plagued by “double standards.” The decision is a blow to the prestige of the Council, and represents the thinking of many other countries. The Russians, however, derided the Saudi decision, reflecting the current bad relations between the two states.
Pakistan has estimated that out of 2,200 people killed by US drone strikes, about 400 were innocent civilians. The use of drones is a very controversial military tactic, although the US defends the practice since it believes that the strikes have been effective in killing terrorists.
Ever wonder how common your name is? The Atlantic has published a fascinating graphic on the popularity of names for girls since 1960. It really is a remarkable commentary.
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