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When dictators fall, so do their banknotes
The following now defunct or possibly soon-to-be defunct banknotes are imbued with the symbols and iconography of their leaders, past and present.
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Beyond the 'fiscal cliff': 6 reasons to be optimistic about America's future
As Americans take stock of 2012 and gear up for 2013, it's tempting to adopt "decline think" about the country, especially since there is still no deal to avoid the "fiscal cliff" of steep budget cuts and tax increases. But here are six reasons Americans should still be optimistic about their future.
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In key Syrian city, snipers and bombing tear at fabric of daily life
As rebels and the Syrian government battle for control of Aleppo, residents tap caution – and dark humor – to survive.
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10 ways the Android is better than iPhone 5
Sure a larger iPhone screen, 4G LTE support and a faster CPU are welcome additions, but Apple is a year late and $199 short. Android has provided all these features and more.
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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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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about what America can learn from Finland.
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Somali pirates nabbed trying to attack French Navy - by accident
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The pain in Spain: On May Day, nearly 1 in 5 are jobless, but few seem angry
In Madrid, the workers' day was marked by samba dances, not brick-throwing.
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Recession and flu show borderless world
The flow of capital and travelers across international borders has accelerated in recent years, presenting new challenges.
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Lithuania considers IMF lifeline to slow economic collapse
Workers are being sent home, construction has stopped, and leaders of the 'Baltic Tiger' fear growing social unrest.
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Swedish court secures ex-Guantánamo Uighur's asylum quest
Adil Hakimjan, the first freed Guantánamo prisoner to be granted asylum in Europe, says he is 'very happy.' President Obama called Friday for seven of the 17 remaining Uighurs at the prison to be released.
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At Europe's doorway, a Greek city grapples with growing illegal immigrant problem
Afghan immigrants often make their way to Patras, where they become entangled in EU asylum laws.
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Mexico City residents adapt to swine flu restrictions
Local businesses have been hit hard in the past few days and, with schools closed until May 6, families are scrambling to care for their children.
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Six Picks: Recommendations from the Monitor's staff
A ukulele master, Tweets by phone, a tracker of viral videos, and more.
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Mexico tourism braces for swine flu slowdown
European travel warnings and canceled trips likely to hit Mexico's $13 billion a year industry.
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Opinion: A fallen wall, a renewed Germany, a united Europe
Twenty years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, harmony between Germany and the rest of Europe at last seems natural and durable.
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US consumer outlook improves
The dramatic jump in Americans' confidence from 26.9 to 39.2 outpaces improvements in other countries.
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Opinion: The US should cut military spending in half
Defense Secretary Gates's military budget cuts are too conservative.
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Obama: Boost US R&D beyond ‘space race’ levels
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Climate change forum ABCs
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Leading opposition figure returns to Somalia
Sheikh Hassan Aweys, whom the US accuses of having ties to Al Qaeda, says he wants to unite warring Islamic factions.
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Freed from Guantánamo, a Uighur clings to asylum dreams in Sweden
China wants Adil Hakimjan, who was granted political asylum, back. Sweden is now considering reversing his asylum.
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In Paris in spring, thoughts turn to ... the art show
Like a business rediscovering its core competency, the city of light has seen the opening of no fewer than 12 major exhibitions in recent weeks.
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Opinion: Barack Obama and the new place of American power
A new spirit of humility is clearly evident, but will the Obama administration agree to expand the 'Big Five' on the UN Security Council?
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Turkey, Armenia agree on road map to normalize ties
The tentative agreement, which must be ratified by both nations' legislatures, creates a framework for bilateral cooperation.
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Why the UN racism conference 'finished' early
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Opinion: How governments bully newspapers
Support for independent world press is going to have to become an exercise in philanthropy.
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Ahmadinejad polarizes UN Racism Conference
More than 40 European diplomats walked out in protest over the Iranian leader's speech, in which he called Israelis "the racist perpetrators of genocide."
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Opinion: The problem with carbon tariffs: They aren't fair
Countries need to honestly address the issue of standards.
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US reaches out to Latin America – with help from Spain
Ahead of the Summit of the Americas, Spain has been quietly bolstering a common transatlantic agenda.
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