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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:
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How the world is reacting to Obama's reelection
From China to Iran, President Obama's reelection elicited everything from celebration to doubt about his second-term agenda. Here are 11 responses:
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Blasphemy riots: 6 examples around the world
Many Muslims consider any depiction of the prophet to be forbidden, and Islamic teachings call for handling the Quran with respect. Incidents of both intentional and unintentional disrespect have occasionally prompted protests and violence around the world. Here are six examples:
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'Dan Gets A Minivan': 6 stories about the transition to parenthood
In "Dan Gets a Minivan," Dan Zevin shares how he made the transition from single guy to minivan-owning dad.
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'Barack Obama: The Story': 7 excerpts from the controversial book
7 stories biographer David Maraniss presented in his new book "Barack Obama: The Story."
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A roundup of poetry bestsellers
Poems from a poet grounded in history – his own and that of the world.
04/14/2008 01:00 am -
Inflation hits consumers worldwide
The rising prices complicate policy efforts to battle recession.
04/11/2008 01:00 am -
Hunting wild animals – with cameras
Paparazzi naturalists catch nature in the act with strategically placed motion-sensitive cameras.
04/10/2008 01:00 am -
Hunting wild animals – with cameras
Paparazzi naturalists catch nature in the act with strategically placed motion-sensitive cameras.
04/10/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security New Zawahiri tape suggests Al Qaeda PR shift
The latest audio message from No. 2 Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri signals growing doubt among supporters, experts say.
04/04/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Rise in food prices sparks unrest
Sub-Saharan Africa has been particularly hard hit by the rising global food costs.
04/02/2008 01:00 am -
Muslim reformer's 'heresy': The Islamic state is a dead end
From Nigeria to Indonesia, Sudanese law professor spreads ideas of a secular state and human rights.
04/02/2008 01:00 am -
Grain prices soar globally
Rice shortages are appearing across Asia. In Egypt, the Army is now baking bread to curb food riots.
03/27/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion Fight violence with nonviolence
Unarmed civilian peacekeepers are saving lives today.
03/27/2008 01:00 am -
Nauru scrambles as Australia closes island's detention center
The tiny Pacific island is losing a key source of income.
03/26/2008 01:00 am -
World
03/25/2008 01:00 am -
Invest in gold with a clean conscience?
How conscientious investors can engage with this hot commodity.
03/24/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion China's pollution nightmare is now everyone's pollution nightmare
The environmental disaster springs largely from its emulation of the American way of life – so let's set a better example.
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
China's pollution nightmare is now everyone's pollution nightmare
The environmental disaster springs largely from its emulation of the American way of life – so let's set a better example.
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
Breakaway bids test Aceh's post-tsunami peace deal
Distrust of the provincial government runs deep in certain regions.
03/13/2008 01:00 am -
A new 'neighborhood watch': Azeri horsemen guard BP pipeline
The $100 million effort stretches across 450 towns and is part of a growing push for corporate social responsibility.
03/12/2008 01:00 am -
Iran sanctions vote signals a global rift
Some developing nations may be starting to sour on push by world powers to control lucrative nuclear technology.
03/05/2008 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Rising food prices feed security concerns
Asian nations have taken steps to stem rising prices of rice and palm oil. Corn and wheat prices have spiked as well.
03/05/2008 12:00 am -
U.N. Security Council passes more sanctions against Iran
The vote, which was 14 in favor with one abstention, comes amid some indications that sanctions are being felt by Iranian elites.
03/03/2008 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Iran faces possible U.N. sanctions over nuclear program
The US is pushing stronger action, but others want only mild measures.
02/26/2008 12:00 am -
World
02/26/2008 12:00 am -
Reporters on the Job
02/25/2008 12:00 am -
World
02/21/2008 12:00 am -
Thai leaders spar over autonomy for south
The interior minister says it could calm the insurgency-racked south. Opponents see a step toward secession.
02/19/2008 12:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Australian-led peacekeepers hunt for rebels in East Timor
Questions about new nation's security and the effectiveness of international peacekeepers surface after two recent assassination attempts.
02/14/2008 12:00 am
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