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Opinion 4 factors to consider in US options for North Korea
North Korea has captured global attention with its provocative behavior in recent months. What will Kim Jong-un do next? Here are four factors to consider when thinking through US options on North Korea.
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Briefing 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?
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CSMonitor editors share their favorite people to follow on Twitter
Twitter turned 7 this week. In celebration of the social network's birthday, The Christian Science Monitor compiled a list of favorite Twitter accounts. Each is informative and useful in its own way. Find out what each section recommends for you.
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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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5 big losers in press freedom: Mali and ... Japan?
The annual World Press Freedom Index released today shows gains for Myanmar and others. Japan tumbled due to an informal ban placed on independent coverage of the Fukushima Daiichi disaster. Here are five of the notable winners and losers on this year’s list.
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How Pelosi tends a more divergent flock
House speaker's skills are being tested by Democrats' greater ideological diversity – a challenge that will intensify if the party picks up more seats in November.
05/30/2008 01:00 am -
Letters to the Editor
Readers write about negotiating with terrorists and taxing college endowments.
05/30/2008 01:00 am -
The Monitor's View A critical mess over Iran
Obama and McCain say Iran must not get the bomb. They should read a new UN report.
05/30/2008 01:00 am -
A reporter returns to Iraq – and finds guarded optimism
The evidence is seen in late-afternoon strolls in the park, meetings with long-missed friends, relief over an improved economy.
05/29/2008 01:00 am -
Palestinian cell service still on hold
Mobile phone service in Gaza Strip and the West Bank could spur investment – and bolster prospects for peace.
05/29/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Afghanistan violence rises, weakening Karzai government
Taliban attacks are up, making this the worst season since the insurgency began and spurring greater Western troop deployments.
05/29/2008 01:00 am -
USA
05/29/2008 01:00 am -
Bob Barr is new piece in electoral puzzle
The Libertarian nominee could spell trouble for McCain if Ron Paul backers defect from the GOP.
05/29/2008 01:00 am -
U.S. rebuilds French connection
The Pentagon hopes better ties will strengthen NATO and boost the mission in Afghanistan.
05/29/2008 01:00 am -
McCain's middle way on nuclear weapons
He criticized both parties and wants new pacts with Russia and China.
05/29/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion When talking with terrorists makes sense
Used wisely, talks provide leverage, not appeasement.
05/29/2008 01:00 am -
The Monitor's View Mexico's extreme makeover
The US Congress must not undercut Mexico's effort to root out corrupt cops and drug cartels.
05/28/2008 01:00 am -
Reporters on the Job
05/27/2008 01:00 am -
Iran, U.S. leaning toward talks?
Recent events suggest both Tehran and Washington may be willing to engage in dialogue.
05/27/2008 01:00 am -
Letters to the Editor
Readers write about the farm bill, the dollar's power, and whale-inspired technology.
05/27/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion The next president has to promote democracy better
Amid democratic recession, the US must rethink its freedom agenda.
05/27/2008 01:00 am -
Will the war be forgotten after Memorial Day?
Many veterans worry that Americans have become more interested in other issues – the economy, the presidential campaign, and pop culture – than the long wars in which thousands of US troops have fought and sacrificed.
05/26/2008 01:00 am -
Post 911 is not your grandfather's American Legion
It caters exclusively to veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. Instead of barbecues and parades, these vets go skydiving.
05/24/2008 01:00 am -
USA
05/23/2008 01:00 am -
Petraeus: More troop cuts likely in Iraq
Top US commander in Iraq said Thursday he is likely to recommend further drawdowns before leaving his post in the fall.
05/23/2008 01:00 am -
Detainee treatment: new details
A Justice Department audit concludes that overall, the FBI didn't engage in harsh treatment.
05/23/2008 01:00 am -
The Monitor's View A worthy Obama-McCain clash
Both aren't consistent on talking with US enemies. But then, that isn't the real issue.
05/23/2008 01:00 am -
Send your robot to work
Ivan Bowman works from home, but he cruises the office via remote control.
05/23/2008 01:00 am -
The London mews: trendy home, tiny living space
While my apartment is in one of the city's poshest areas, it is really just a well-located closet.
05/23/2008 01:00 am -
The five words you need most
Why being able to say 'excuse me' is indispensable.
05/23/2008 01:00 am
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