When Russian and Chinese élites talk about history, they often mean “History”—the grand Hegelian march toward progress. Since the end of the Cold War, the East has lived with the undignified thesis, popularized by Francis Fukuyama’s 1989 essay “The End of History?,” that democracy had defeated the authoritarian alternatives of the twentieth century. That idea

At a key meeting on Monday of the State Council, China’s cabinet, officials were urged to “revitalise and develop” the country’s football industry and bring it into a “new phase”. It was an unexpected agenda item at a meeting, chaired by Premier Li Qiang, that was largely focused on implementing decisions from the Communist Party’s

Here’s a look at the history of Berkshire Hathaway and where the stock stands today. Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A 1.37%) (BRK.B 0.86%) has roots dating back to the 19th century, but its modern legacy took shape when Warren Buffett took control in 1965. Under Buffett’s leadership, the struggling textile company transformed into a conglomerate spanning industries