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Sports in 2012: here are some Monitor highlights
It’s impossible to list all the records set in 2012, but here’s a short rundown of some heralded highlights, plus 20 of our favorites, including some you might have missed.
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10 richest members of Congress
The 10 wealthiest members of Congress in 2012 include Senate and House members hailing from all over the US. Can you guess which political party had the most lawmakers on the list – and who grabbed the top spot?
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5 national security issues next president must tackle
President Obama and Mitt Romney battle over foreign policy issues in the third and final presidential debate. No matter who wins the presidential election November 6, Mr. Romney or Mr. Obama will have to confront five urgent national security issues in the first weeks of his term.
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How well do you know Brazil? Take our quiz and find out!
From the sandy beach of Ipanema to the Amazon rain forest, test your knowledge on Brazil's history, geography, and culture.
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For these four nations, 2012 is worse than the Great Recession
The Great Recession of 2008/09 delivered the worst blow to the global economy since the 1930s. But in a few nations, 2012 is turning out to be worse than 2009 in terms of economic growth. Europe's debt crisis, the general slowing of the world economy, and domestic political troubles have played a role in undercutting 2012 growth for one or more of these four nations. Can you guess who they are?
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Intriguing tales – and tales of intrigue – from across the globe
Fancy a visit to Peru, Scotland, Denmark, Brazil, or Russia? Several works of new popular fiction may be just the ticket. Reviewer Yvonne Zipp is your tour guide.
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What Bush really won in Bali
For the first time, all nations said they will consider ways to reduce global warming – as Bush sought.
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A low-cost route to the Web
California start-up Meraki powers several thousand wireless networks across 70 countries, bringing the Internet to those who otherwise could never afford it.
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Whose rules apply to the Web?
Sites go to extraordinary lengths to stay legal in a world where taboos vary.
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Thinkers gather to act on world problems
Pop!Tech conference in Camden, Maine, aims to harness synergy to tackle issues.
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