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Chemical weapons 101: Six facts about sarin and Syria’s stockpile

President Obama said Assad's use of chemical weapons would be a 'red line' for US. Did he use sarin or any other chemical weapon against his own people?
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.
Thomas Jefferson: 16 quotes on his birthday

Here are 16 quotes to mark the birthday of American founding father Thomas Jefferson.
12 promising novels for spring 2013

Here are 12 spring 2013 fiction titles that we're looking forward to picking up.
10 influential authors who came to the US as immigrants

These 10 immigrant authors have all made significant contributions to US literature and culture.

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Opinion: What can America learn from Switzerland and France about healthcare reform?

Quite a lot. T.R. Reid's new book shows that other rich countries have provided quality healthcare to all citizens at a much lower cost.
Opinion: Seventy years after World War II's start, old enemies take stock

Polish enmity toward Germany is gone, but tension with Russia remains.
Merkel facing a communist resurgence in German elections

In local German elections, the successor to East Germany's Communist Party makes major inroads, a potential challenge for Chancellor Angela Merkel ahead of national elections in September.
Crackdown on royal critics deepens in Thailand

A political activist was sentenced to 18 years Friday for offending the royal family. Dozens of activists and citizens have fallen foul of a criminal law on royal libel.
Opinion: Better sushi, but without bluefin tuna

Giving up this endangered fish could promote authentic – and tastier – sushi.
"Twilight" has European readers reaching for "Wuthering Heights"
Palestinians say full settlement freeze is precondition to new peace talks

A lead Palestinian peace negotiator says the demand for a full settlement freeze – not a partial one – is a precondition to resuming peace talks. But a meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority President Abbas is still possible in September.
Young Woman & the Sea

The life of Trudy Ederle, first woman to swim the English Channel.
IndieBound* paperback bestseller list 8/27/09
Skepticism over 'breakthrough' Middle East peace plan

London report of Israeli-Palestinian plan linked to Iran sanctions disputed by European experts.
Athens fires driven back, nuns rescued

A multinational effort appears to be bringing fires under control. But Greece's conservative government may suffer anyway over its handling of the crisis.
France tries to rein in $85,000 bonuses

French President Nicolas Sarkozy seeks international front to reduce global banking bonuses ahead of next month's G-20 meeting.
Difference Maker People making a difference: Alberto Yanosky

This bridge-building conservationist tries to save forests by lending a hand to Paraguay's government.
Classic book review: Possession

A.S. Byatt's stunning novel about books and their readers.
Review: 'Inglourious Basterds'

Tarantino turns history on its head in this World War II fantasy where the Jews come out on top.
IndieBound* paperback bestseller list 8/20/09
A tougher stance on tax havens

Wednesday's US-Swiss deal is the latest step in an international crackdown on tax evaders.
Artist finds inspiration in Google Maps
Japan's rebound latest sign of global turnaround
If global recession is over, what will recovery look like?

Tepid but sustainable, is the most common answer. Growth in Asia will be the main driver, with help from a modest revival in the US.
Hillary Clinton, in Liberia, targets good government

The country, led by Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, has made significant strides since its brutal civil war ended in 2003.
Growth in France, Germany boosts global economy

Exports, including to emerging markets such as China, helped the two countries turn in surprisingly strong numbers for the second quarter. Now, some say the global economic recession has ended.
Nuclear power’s new debate: cost

Issues of safety and waste make way for a focus on funding.
IndieBound* paperback bestseller list 8/13/09
Sudanese woman banned from traveling. Her crime? Wearing pants.

Lubna Hussein faces 40 lashes if convicted in a month's time for dressing indecently.