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3 new novels featuring risk-taking protagonists
In these three new releases, characters seize at chances for new experiences.
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Obama vs. Romney 101: 4 ways they differ on China
China's rise has led President Obama to “pivot” his foreign policy toward Asia, hoping to enhance US power and expand its cooperation with China. Romney speaks more in terms of confronting a country whose interests often clash with those of the US.
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5 countries where the death penalty is legal but rare
India’s Supreme Court sentenced the last surviving gunman of the 2008 attacks on Mumbai, to death. Here is a list of 5 countries where the death penalty is a legal possibility, though rare.
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3 smart novels for the last weeks of summer
Three male characters head to the desert hoping to change their lives.
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Five tough truths about US-China relations
The more American and Chinese officials proclaim their innocent intentions toward each other, the deeper the level of mistrust they generate. Official candor on five key truths about US-China relations will likely contribute to a more mature bilateral relationship and could help halt a potential slide to conflict.
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The Monitor's View: Why Obama can't be soft on North Korea
Japan and South Korea already see him as eroding the US military posture in Asia.
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Taiwan: Spotlight on the young democracy's judicial system
The country is struggling to handle the politically charged corruption trial of former President Chen Shui-bian.
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Taiwan: Hello Kitty digs her claws in
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Obama reaches across political divide for envoy to China
Governor Jon Huntsman of Utah is a Republican moderate and China expert seen as a possible presidential candidate.
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At Cannes, vivid and violent films figure prominently
While the famed festival kicks off with Disney-Pixar's 'Up,' other titles are far less fanciful.
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Gates's next lever to reshape the Pentagon: QDR
This week, the Defense Department will begin the Quadrennial Defense Review, a year-long study that should help the secretary put his stamp on the military.
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Taiwan wins rare UN invite
With nod from China, it will attend next month's World Health Assembly, but only as an "observer."
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Asia, Europe mobilize against spread of swine flu
Governments adopted measures last used during the SARS crisis of 2003.
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China, Taiwan ink trade and crime-fighting deals
The longtime rivals signed deals Sunday on boosting cross-strait flights, joint-crime fighting, and financial cooperation, but steered clear of politics.
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Swine flu: Be prepared, not panicked, White House says
The outbreak is small so far. As a result, the administration is not yet taking any drastic measures.
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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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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about the US ban on assault weapons, carbon taxes, the "tea party" protests, and why the US should maintain its current policy toward Taiwan.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about torture and North Korea.
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Opinion: A bold Plan B for North Korea
The US should consider inducing China to topple the Kim regime.
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US joins club of deflation nations
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Opinion: The next global economic shock?
Western Europe's banks are too indebted to export-hit Asia and Eastern Europe.
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As Asia builds economic ties, Taiwan sidelined by China
Taiwan watches as Asian neighbors ink trade deals, lower tarrifs, and get access to Chinese loans for growth.
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Standoff with Somali pirates shows limits of naval response
Military options could only make things worse, some analysts say, if they did not go hand in hand with political solutions.
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Monitor writers celebrate ‘unique’ moments
From crawling on the carpet with Ronald Reagan to sipping tea with the Che Guevara of Afghanistan, former staffers recount stories as the Monitor transitions to new formats.
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US-Chinese naval standoff the latest in a string of clashes
The US Navy has accused Chinese ships of harassing a US submarine-tracking vessel in the South China Sea.
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The Monitor's View: Catch F-22 for Obama
A cut in weapons like the F-22 jet fighter will also cut jobs. But that's not really the point.
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Award-winning plants for your yard
How the 2009 All-America Award winners performed.
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Opinion: Outlook on China: peaceful partner or warmonger?
Economic difficulty could impel Beijing to sow regional conflict. American policies shouldn't add fuel to the fire.
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Clinton 'reintroduces' US to Asia
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton wrapped up her trip to Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, and China on Sunday. Her aim was to reenergize key ties to the region.
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