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American Lightning

A riveting look at the 1910 bombing of the offices of the anti-union, anti-socialist L.A. Times.

Books about new architecture and design that stretch the imagination

Spinning structures, China's dizzying new urban designs, mind-bending high-tech, and not-so-big apartments.

From our files: A conversation with Paul Newman

The Monitor spoke with the late actor and director in 1981 about selecting roles, plots that challenge an audience, and journalism.

US, Russia announce breakthrough on new Iran resolution

The move shows a willingness to act on common goals despite deteriorating relations.

Russia-West crisis enters 'breathing period'

Contradictory messages are rampant as the EU and US reconsider security pledges to Georgia while new players such as Iran and Turkey enter the game.

Spreading the Chicha gospel

Transplanted Parisian brings Peru's back street rhythms to world's front stage.

Watching Africa from the inside

New cable channels offer view of diverse continent through Africans’ eyes.

Persistent corruption threatens Liberian stability

Despite President Johnson-Sirleaf's tough rhetoric on the international stage and the country's modest progress in global rankings, there is growing concern back home.

Obama aide: McCain likely to be at debate

While Obama is a great orator, debating isn't his strong suit, says communications chief Robert Gibbs.

Candidates now focus on financial crisis

Obama and McCain hope to jump-start the economy, but their plans clearly differ.

McCain cancels Letterman. Letterman rips McCain

Post-Ike gas shortage may take weeks to end

The current gas crisis is worse than the 2005 shortages after hurricanes Katrina and Rita, say some experts.

Ahmadinejad to dinner? Furor ensues over religious groups' event.

The Iranian leader's appearance at an interfaith iftar meal, expected Thursday, divides the faith community.

Does Al Gore think he's too old for civil disobedience?

Speaking at the annual Clinton Global Initiative meeting, the former vice president and climate activist called for young people to engage in "civil disobedience." But why not old people, too?

New Yorkers say the darndest things – and “spies” await them

“Overheard in New York” captures the bon – and not so bon – mots floating in the urban ether.

What drives Ahmadinejad's combative rhetoric

The hard-line views expressed by the Iranian president at the UN General Assembly on Tuesday are informed by a Messianic religious belief.

Emerging markets hit hard by Wall Street crisis

But Russia, Brazil, and China are expected to have the cash and domestic growth to weather the storm.

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Bush, at the U.N., warns world again of extremist threats

He also singles out Iran's pursuit of a nuclear program as endangering international security.

Focus less on the S.A.T., study tells colleges

Exams tied to school curricula may be a viable alternative for admissions assessment, a year-long study says.

Japan's ruling party hopes Aso will restore its reputation

As a popular politician, Olympian, and fan of manga comics, Taro Aso contrasts sharply with the lackluster former prime minister, whose shoes he is likely to fill on Wednesday.

Will short-selling ban help – or hurt – banks?

London and New York stopped a practice seen as pushing stocks down. But some say short-sellers are merely scapegoats.

Why won't Sarah Palin talk to the press?

The Monitor's View: South Africa's next chapter

A transition in the presidency has big implications for the continent and the country.