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Banking on Neo-Confician Capitalism

Thu, 09/04/2008 - 20:00
Some Asians seek alternatives to Western-style capitalism

Islamic Bond Decree Cripples Sukuk, Imperils Projects

Thu, 09/04/2008 - 20:00
Religious rules complicate financing and development in the Muslim world

Is America Losing At Globalization?

Wed, 09/03/2008 - 20:00
Other nations nimbly compete – embracing education, investing in infrastructure and avoiding debt

Internet Traffic Begins to Bypass the US

Wed, 09/03/2008 - 20:00
Countries diversify the information-highway network and take detour around the US

America and the World Into a New Era – Part II

Wed, 09/03/2008 - 20:00
No longer a solid ally for the US, Europe is split on dealing with resurgent Russia

China Cannot Back Russia in Georgia Crisis: Analysts

Tue, 09/02/2008 - 20:00
Unwilling to antagonize, China remains neutral

Don't Go There

Tue, 09/02/2008 - 20:00
Too many travelers ruin world’s favorite destinations

How the Georgia Conflict Impacts US-Russian Relations

Mon, 09/01/2008 - 20:00
There’s limits to how much either country can push the other one around

The Hypocrisy Audit

Mon, 09/01/2008 - 20:00
Reducing double standards could help with US image problem

America and the World Into a New Era – Part I

Mon, 09/01/2008 - 20:00
US candidates for president can’t please world opinion

Aid Is Good, Business Is Better

Sun, 08/31/2008 - 20:00
Government must allow business to do what it can do best

Ending Lapse into Lawlessness

Thu, 08/28/2008 - 20:00
Unethical practices like torture breed terror

Salmon Fishers Demand a Seal Cull

Thu, 08/28/2008 - 20:00
Dominant predators threaten the long-term survival of fish and other populations

China’s Olympic Run – Part II

Thu, 08/28/2008 - 20:00
With the Games over, the Communist Party loses a convenient excuse for every hardship

Power-Sector Emissions of China to Top US

Wed, 08/27/2008 - 20:00
Growth in Asia adds to challenges of slowing climate change

US and Global Economies Slipping in Unison

Wed, 08/27/2008 - 20:00
Economic troubles have a boomerang effect

Millions Forfeit Water to Olympic Games

Tue, 08/26/2008 - 20:00
Costs of diverting water from farmlands to the city may be higher than expected

China’s Olympic Run – Part I

Tue, 08/26/2008 - 20:00
The Beijing games merged calls for citizen sacrifice and global harmony

Nobel Laureates Say Globalization's Winners Should Aid Poor

Tue, 08/26/2008 - 20:00
Otherwise, voters will press for an end to open trade

Unpopular President

Mon, 08/25/2008 - 20:00
Rising fuel and food prices take their toll on incumbents

Breaking News

Namibia: Conservation Could be Engine For Growth

All Africa - Fri, 09/05/2008 - 08:55
Top business personalities and conservation experts from 26 countries are gathering in Namibia this weekend to discuss links between business expertise and environmental projects in Africa to unlock the potential of protected areas for socio-economic development.

Rice Makes Historic Visit to Libya

Washington Post - Fri, 09/05/2008 - 13:42
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice arrived in Libya Friday, launching the first visit by Washington's top diplomat to the once-pariah state in more than a half-century and signaling a new chapter in U.S. -Tripoli relations.

Aid to Poor Nations Slips as Need Becomes More Acute

International Herald Tribune - Fri, 09/05/2008 - 14:38
A UN report released Thursday showed that aid dropped 8.4 percent in 2007, after a 4.7 percent drop in 2006. Commitments to help Africa in particular have lagged.

British Companies Emigrating Over Taxes

New York Times - Thu, 09/04/2008 - 22:37
In the past week, three British companies have announced plans to move abroad before the end of the year, unhappy about a lack of clarity about tax rules and eager to cut their tax bill.

Mexico City Launches Community Gardens

Christian Science Monitor - Thu, 09/04/2008 - 23:00
The 21 community gardens are part of the mayor's bid to improve the city's quality of life.

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