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Current Affairs
Globalization & International Relations
Aid, Development, and Philanthropy
History
Countries, Regions & Geography
Cities & Urbanization
Economics
Foreign Policy
Food & Travel
Popular Fiction
Sports
Art & Culture
Rocket Language Learning Programs
Magazines, Journals, and Newspapers
These leading magazines and newspapers are a great way to stay current and get behind the headlines and trends to gain a deeper understanding of what’s really going on. Many of them offer free trial periods so you can give them a test drive without much risk. They can also make great, thoughtful gifts for relatives, friends, and colleagues. My Dad loved his gift subscription to the Economist.
the Atlantic – leading source of in-depth analysis of politics and culture since 1857. Famous contributors include James Fallows and Robert Kaplan, among many others. Click here for a trial subscription.
Economist – the source for insightful international coverage of politics, economics, and current events. Way more than economics and definitely not just for economists. If you subscribe to only one source for international news coverage, this should probably be it! Click here for a trial subscription (Offers 4 free trial issues).
Foreign Affairs – go-to platform for influential policymakers and thought leaders to voice their ideas, views, and experiences. Home to many of the pieces that spark and shape policy debates and find their way into the political science and other curriculums of leading universities. Click here for a trial subscription.
National Geographic – beautiful photographs and interesting pieces on a range of topics including nature, the environment, culture, history, and arcehology. The source for award-winning nature photography! Click here for a trial subscription.
New York Times – journalism benchmark for insightful daily coverage of current issues and events around the world. Includes special sections on travel, dining, health and science, among others, and added local coverage for major U.S. cities. Click here for a trial subscription.
The New Yorker – classic, witty coverage of current events, arts, and culture. Starting point for many famous literary figures and successful writing careers. Definitely not just for New Yorkers. Click here for a trial subscription.
Smithsonian Magazine – worldly standard for intriguing, in-depth coverage of nature, history, science, and the arts. Articles include captivating images from famous photographers, such as Chris Rainier, among others. Published by the Smithsonian Institute. Click here for a trial subscription (Just $12 for 11 issues).
Wall Street Journal – leading source for daily coverage of news and issues in international business, finance, economics. Includes an interesting weekend section on lifestyle interests. Click here for a trial subscription.
Organizations
Chicago Council on Global Affairs – promotes public learning by offering weekly programs featuring influential speakers, including world leaders and diplomats. Other activities include international exchanges, fellowships, and study programs. Publishes an interesting annual report on attitudes toward global issues called Global Views.
Clinton Global Initiative – founded by President Clinton to address pressing world issues by bringing together a variety of world leaders. Helps support broad-based and personal involvement through an online portal, MyCommitment.org, where anyone can make their own Commitment to Action by making a donation or volunteering their time.
Council on Foreign Relations – non-partisan membership organization and think tank that promotes an understanding of foreign policy and helps shape the debate on policy issues through research and discussions among leading policy makers and influencers. Publishes the bimonthly journal Foreign Affairs.
The International Institute for Strategic Studies – London-based organization that provides leading analysis and information on strategic trends in global security issues. Publishes an annual review of world affairs Strategic Survey.