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iPad 2 rollout could be affected by Japan quake

iPad 2 parts could be in short supply in wake of Japan disaster, analysts warned today.

South Korean companies shelve Libya projects as workers flee riots

South Korea, one of the biggest investors in construction projects in the Middle East for more than 40 years and a major importer of oil, may have more to fear than most as it evacuates Koreans in Libya.

Rising world food prices may soon hit Africa hard, but could be a future boon

The World Bank warned Tuesday that global food prices are reaching 'dangerous' levels. Africa is bracing for short-term trouble, but sustained high prices could spark agribusiness investment across the continent.

Hunger and food security: Is Africa selling the farm?

Foreign investors see Africa as a breadbasket. Done well, investment could help with African hunger but create food security for the rest of the world.

Jimmy Carter's North Korea trip: quiet, matter-of-fact diplomacy

On Jimmy Carter's last run to North Korea 16 years ago, I saw Carter in Seoul before he returned to the US. He spoke quietly, even matter-of-factly to explain he'd won the promise of a freeze of the North's nuclear program.

Stock market activity across Europe rises modestly

Stock market results are looking up in Europe Tuesday, despite bad news about the global economic recovery.

What stigma? Burma (Myanmar) draws energy-hungry neighbors

Activists who pressured Western companies to boycott Burma (Myanmar) are now preparing to battle Asian firms eager for Burma’s oil and gas.

Where rich countries are buying farmland

Saudi Arabia has cut several deals, most recently in Tanzania

Madagascar 'coup' riles African, international allies

New leader Andry Rajoelina has asserted control as the South African Development Community threatens to suspend Madagascar.

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