Nicholas D. Kristof's Blog, page 54

Notes From a Young American in Congo: Contraception

Guest blogger Amy Ernst writes about contraception issues in Congo.

An Aside on Contraception

Why is contraceptive research so under-funded? And why don't pharmaceutical companies invest more in developing new kinds of contraceptives? A few ideas....

Notes From a Young American in Congo: A Soldier Speaks (Sort of)

Guest blogger Amy Ernst writes about a child soldier she met in Congo.

More on the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands

Japan complains about my posting on the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands and outlines its own position.

Your Comments on My Apology to Muslims

Reader feedback from my column apologizing for the anti-Muslim hysteria in the United States.

Notes From a Young American in Congo: Caffeine!

Guest blogger Amy Ernst writes about her caffeine needs while living and working in Congo.

A Bit More on Abel and his Bike

When traveling to a developing country, interact with its people and not just its tourism sights.

Reporting Abroad and Cotton Underwear

A new book offers hints and survival tips for reporters posted abroad. It doesn't solve the problem of how to get more reporting from abroad.

Notes from a Young American in Congo: Maman Marie, Local Hero

Guest blogger Amy Ernst writes about the fearless leader of the non-profit she's working with in Congo.

A Martin Peretz Apology

Martin Peretz of The New Republic apologizes for some of his remarks. But he's wrong to say that I concur with his belief that Muslim lives are cheap.