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2013 Pulitzer Prize winners: 4 excellent books

Months before the Pulitzer Prize committee got there, the Monitor's book critics had already let readers know that these four books were something special. Here's why.
10 influential authors who came to the US as immigrants

These 10 immigrant authors have all made significant contributions to US literature and culture.
International Women's day: 3 challenges women face around the world

Issues such as violence, inequality at work, and traditional expectations confront women on every continent around the world. Here is a sampling of challenges women faced this year:
How much do you know about Egypt? Take this quiz.

Egypt galvanized the world with its 2011 revolution that upended 30 years of authoritarian rule and ushered in a tumultuous new political era. Straddling Africa and Asia, the country is one of the longest continually inhabited areas in the world and has a rich history and culture to match. But how much do you really know about this country?
10 coffee table books that make great gifts

Stuck for a present for that friend that's hard to shop for? Check out one of these gorgeous coffee table books.

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Opinion: Obama's opportunity in the Middle East

To strengthen ties, he should not ask 'Why do they hate us?' but 'Why don't they believe us?'
Soaring inflation undermines sustainability of Persian Gulf region

States scramble to protect themselves from skyrocketing energy costs, but measures such as government subsidies are proving ineffective.
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Seeking answers of peace for the global economy

People are hungering for solutions. We encourage everyone to seek that aid and wisdom that lie beyond human abilities.
Rise in lawsuits against bloggers

Since 2004, 159 court actions have targeted citizen journalists for libel and other charges.
'Birth dearth' worries pale in comparison to overpopulation

Water and food shortages present larger challenges than economic woes linked to a declining population, says author.
A French plan for Mediterranean unity

President Sarkozy's launches his project Sunday of building a 44-state union in the region.
'Arc d'Atlanta' ... or a new bit of kitsch?

Some find the city's new classically designed monument beautiful; others say it reflects a cultural inferiority complex.
Politics on Facebook brings trouble for young Egyptian

Ahmed Maher says he was arrested and tortured by Egyptian authorities for starting a group on the popular social-networking site that was intended to support a nationwide strike.
Why South Africa's Mbeki won't rein in Mugabe

Even in Africa, pressure is mounting for Thabo Mbeki to increase pressure on Zimbabwe's president.
Will Africa take action against Zimbabwe's Mugabe?

The African Union is expected to discuss the issue in Egypt Monday, one day after Mugabe declared a 'sweeping victory' in Friday's presidential runoff, which was widely condemned as a sham.
Spiritual 'hypermiling'

A Christian Science perspective on daily life.
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Sowing the seeds of history

Some say my beans are from King Tut’s tomb.
For a few Gazans, wealth eases pain of year-long siege

One businessman welcomes the cease-fire and the return of supplies from Israel.
Gaza rockets strain Israel-Hamas truce

Palestinian militants from Islamic Jihad fired rockets on Israel Tuesday in retaliation for an Israeli strike on its members in the West Bank.
As Gaza cease-fire holds, Israel eases economic blockade

Some analysts says that Hamas's ability to enforce the Egyptian-brokered truce with Israel could widen international acceptance of the militant Islamist organization.
Saudi Arabia to boost oil output. Will gas prices fall?

At a rare meeting Sunday, some oil-producing nations tried to stabilize prices – and Western concerns over a recession.
Gaza cease-fire: will it give Hamas greater clout?

The agreement may mark a break with a longstanding Israeli and American boycott of the Islamic militant organization, giving Hamas incentive to enforce the deal.
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Hamas, Israel truce greeted with skepticism and hope

The temporary cease-fire deal bids to end attacks from Gaza militants and the Israeli army and improve life in the impoverished coastal strip.
Midocean trawlers mine world’s seamounts

Unregulated fishing fleets work fast and deep, but rising cost of fuel may rein them in before laws do.
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Bridging the African digital divide - with a ‘toaster’

Lines form at open-source software vending-machines.