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Swedish boom isn't due to monetary policy
If the monetary policy were the reason for the boom, there would be more growth in manufacturing.
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The Baltic Sea boom
The five countries in the EU with the highest fourth quarter growth rates are all by the Baltic Sea. Is that a coincidence?
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In Israel, income can't keep up with GDP growth
Because of Israel's high population growth, its average income grows slower than its GDP.
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Saving Adam Smith's house
How much of the 18th century philosopher's Edinburgh home should be renovated for public access?
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Estonia embraces euros
On Jan. 1, 2011, Estonia becomes the 17th euro country. What does this mean for the former Soviet republic – and for the euro?
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 12/31
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The world in 2011: Trends and events to watch in every region
Monitor staff writers and correspondents in each of the world's regions share what they expect to be top headlines in 2011.
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Belarus risks alienating both Russia, EU in wake of political crackdown
Police in Belarus arrested more than 600 activists protesting Sunday's election that handed President Alexander Lukashenko a fourth term. He told opponents Monday, 'You are messing with the wrong guy.'
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'Anonymous': How dangerous is hacker network defending WikiLeaks?
The borderless digital militia 'Anonymous' has taken down corporate websites to defend WikiLeaks. In so doing, say Internet security experts, it has become a new force to be reckoned with.
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US students halt academic 'free-fall,' but still lag in global testing
Korean and Finnish students scored highest in the latest round of PISA tests aimed at assessing reading, math, and science literacy.
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WikiLeaks' Julian Assange arrested in London on rape charges
The arrest, on rape charges from Sweden, comes after Julian Assange warned that WikiLeaks could release key US cables if anything 'happened' to him.
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Crisis in Ireland tests eurozone vision of common currency, common interests
The Greece and Ireland debt crises have raised more questions about a currency that was supposed to unify Europe.
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France opens sensitive question: who should attend Nobel ceremony honoring Liu Xiaobo
A Foreign Ministry official told the Monitor that a meeting in Brussels will center on whether it is appropriate to attend the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony honoring jailed laureate Liu Xiaobo, and, if so, who exactly should go.
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Free speech: What if Terry Jones went to Sweden?
A look at the global state of free speech.
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Hacker's extradition for cyber heist: sign US is gaining in cyber crime fight
US investigators may be gaining ground in the fight against international cyber crime. Recent extradition of an alleged hacker from Estonia is latest victory in prosecuting such cases.
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Hillary Clinton blasts Russia for not honoring cease-fire with Georgia
Hillary Clinton rebuked Russia on Monday for failing to live up to the cease-fire agreement it signed nearly two years ago with Georgia.
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Tsvetana Pironkova upsets Venus Williams in Wimbledon quarterfinals
Tsvetana Pironkova of Bulgaria stuns Venus Williams, the five-time former ladies champion, in two sets. There will be no Venus-Serena final this year.
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Opinion: Obama and Medvedev: Does Russia have the courage to change?
To become a truly prosperous and democratic nation, Russia must be willing to abandon cultural obstacles to progress. Based on a meeting I had with Russia's president last month, Moscow may not be ready to do that.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 06/15
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Political coup? Israel welcomed into OECD despite criticism over Gaza, settlements.
At an official OECD welcome of Israel in Paris today, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu touted the economic benefits of membership. Palestinians say the OECD has effectively legitimized Israel's occupation.
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Top 10 countries with most improved child mortality rates
A new study shows that child mortality rates have plummeted over the past two decades. While the US has also seen improvements, 123 other countries improved more.
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Opinion: Tipping point in Bosnia, Serbia, and Kosovo: EU and NATO must finish the job
Despite progress, trouble looms in Bosnia, Serbia, and Kosovo. Better engagement now by NATO and the EU can prevent backsliding.
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Iceland reports record 34 percent inflation
Inflation is up overall in Europe, especially in Iceland, which experienced a 2-year cumulative increase of 36 percent.
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A baby sitter’s undivided attention
Our Estonian baby sitter met us with a sing-song ‘Hello, hello!’ and listened to tales of our day.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 03/05
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