STOPPING RUSSIA STARTS IN SYRIA: If Obama demonstrates that he can order the use of force in circumstances other than secret drone attacks or covert operations, the result will change the strategic calculus not only in Damascus but also in Moscow, not to mention Beijing and Tokyo. Read more
FUTURE OF WHITE-COLLAR CRIME: A look at how financial cybercrime, bitcoin scams and other types of fraud will morph as the industry becomes more technology-driven. Read more
HOUSING-FINANCE REFORM: Housing finance reform is needed, and the current efforts in the Senate are headed in the right direction. Read more
STOCKS SLIP ON EARNINGS, HOME SALES; S&P 500 HALTS WIN STREAK: Read more