Topic: Beijing

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New books spark outside-the-box thinking through imaginative graphics.

Offbeat atlases map architecture, art, and whimsy

New books spark outside-the-box thinking through imaginative graphics.

Opinion: For China and Taiwan, a welcome thaw

We are witnessing a maturing relationship in which the antagonists have agreed to put aside the issue that has divided them for 60 years in favor of getting practical benefits.

Tibetans back Dalai Lama's 'middle way,' despite impatience

But they may yet abandon his moderate stance on China if it doesn't bring progress soon, they warned.

Opinion: Secretary of State Clinton?

In Hillary, Obama would be launching a superstar diplomat.

Poll: World wants green action, despite costs

Sixty-nine percent of those polled in 21 countries say utility firms should be obliged to use more renewable resources, even if this would increase their monthly bills.

In Beijing, author treads fine line as she tells Tibet's story

Woeser has sued the government, investigated Tibet's March uprising, and flouted the official line about Tibet.

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USA

The Monitor's View: A start for a new economic order

The G-20 summit reflect each nation's stake in quick, joint reforms.

More Mail Bag matches

Readers write about the pen pals they found through the Monitor's old Mail Bag column.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about bringing 'change' to America, how the media report on Taiwan, and the causes of a Liberian conflict.

China aims to end pessimism with $586 billion economic stimulus package

The money may not jump-start enough domestic spending, but signals to world leaders that China is engaged in resolving the global financial crisis.

World

With new Web services, more companies are working in the ‘cloud’

Google, Apple, and now Microsoft turn the Internet into a portable filing cabinet for businesses.

Over the Hedge

A yen for a familiar kind of fast food

Opinion: Obama's global to-do list

From China to Pakistan, major challenges loom.

What Obama’s election means abroad

Barack Obama’s victory was met with euphoria in many nations by those who see him as restoring their faith in American ideals.

The Dalai Lama takes a step back

Claiming his efforts have failed, Tibet's spiritual leader said exiled Tibetans should determine the course of negotiations with Beijing.

Opinion: After Bush: How to repair US alliances

Bush's exit won't suddenly fix things. Both sides need to step up.

China acts to stem the tide of officials fleeing with cash

As many as 10,000 corrupt government officials have fled China with $100 billion.

China vows to investigate latest exports of tainted food

Melamine was found in eggs produced by China's largest egg producer.

French assertiveness on credit crisis jars Europe

A spirit of cooperation is tested ahead of a crucial series of meetings to prepare for a Nov. 15 US summit.

Asia defends currencies even as stocks fluctuate wildly

Large foreign-currency reserves and overhauled regulatory systems have helped stability. Investors also seem to be better targeting which currencies are at risk.

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