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Opinion 8 reasons America is not in decline
As many as 70 percent of Americans believe that the United States is in decline. And who can blame them? High unemployment. Crushing debt. Political gridlock. For all the unrelenting gloom, Old Dominion University political science professor Steve Yetiv explains that America remains strong in key areas, unlikely to be superseded by another country anytime soon. He urges readers to consider these 8 facts:
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Photos of the Day Photos of the day 01/27
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Top 10 countries for women: Global Gender Gap Index 2010
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Gallery Forbes: The richest men in the world
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Photos of the Day Photos of the Day 01/27
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The Circle Bastiat Global Debt: A country-by-country look at spending for growth vs. deficit cutting
A look at the wave of debt crises spreading around the globe.
03/09/2010 01:05 pm -
Horizons Iran cracks down on Gmail access
There are early reports that Iran plans to shut down Google's email service, a possible blow to protesters who have used Gmail in the past to help organize rallies. Twitter, meanwhile, appears to still be up and running in Iran.
02/11/2010 09:23 am -
Photos of the Day Photos of the Day 01/27
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Alternative to Davos: Camping in the Brazilian rain
Brazil’s first working-class president, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, got a hero’s welcome at the World Social Forum in Porto Alegre, Brazil, Tuesday. He wowed 10,000 leftists with a vow to reproach the planet’s business titans in Davos, Switzerland. Venezuela's Hugo Chávez won't attend.
01/27/2010 12:53 pm -
Opinion Letters to the editor
Readers write in about Wall Street, the need for an informed citizenry, the US economy, and peace.
01/12/2010 09:00 am -
The Monitor's View A New Year’s resolution: Don’t accept US decline
The media are full of reports of the worst decade, America in decline, the end of the US century. Actually, much points to a hopeful future.
12/31/2009 08:50 am -
Italy's paparazzi king Fabrizio Corona faces jail for blackmail
In Italy, Fabrizio Corona and his paparazzi team took unflattering photos of high-profile Italians – and offered to let the targets buy them before the press could.
11/24/2009 12:00 am -
Italian women protest Berlusconi's sexist quips
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's frequent demeaning comments to women stirs a protest as Italy's gender equality rating falls.
10/28/2009 01:00 am -
In Singapore, shopping for a hospital
Hospitals are required to post the average billing cost of operations and treatments for everything from strokes to fevers.
10/14/2009 01:00 am -
The New Economy US no longer world's most competitive nation
09/08/2009 01:00 am -
Next big global market: Unhappy women
A new study shows that women's economic clout is growing, but they are also more stressed. Tools to help women manage their lives will be an enormous business opportunity.
08/05/2009 01:00 am -
Global News Blog OMG! Queen Rania's on Twitter! tweets r gd so far
The Jordanian queen recently started a Twitter account. "Tweets" so far blend inspirational messages with personal-ish updates on life in the royal palace.
05/18/2009 01:00 am -
Mideast leaders defend free market at economic forum
Despite capitalism's recently damaged reputation, participants at the World Economic Forum on the Middle East this weekend agreed that minimal regulation was key to growth.
05/17/2009 01:00 am -
Canadians blunt recession with cultural reserve
Their legendary caution and thriftiness has helped the country avoid bank failures and a housing crash. Take that, America.
04/12/2009 01:00 am -
Global News Blog Azerbaijan seeks to abolish term limits for president
If voters approve, 'petro-president' Ilham Aliyev could serve for life.
03/17/2009 01:00 am -
Opinion Reports of America's decline are greatly exaggerated
Here are six reasons why US economic clout will endure.
03/12/2009 01:00 am -
Horizons Horizon highlights: Geek-nightlife edition
03/06/2009 12:00 am -
In Canada, Obama gets warm welcome – and tips on managing an economy
The country has seen no major banks fail. Debt levels are low and foreclosures pale in comparison with those of the US.
02/20/2009 12:00 am -
Does 'buy American' send the wrong message?
An economic stimulus package clause raises concerns of repercussions by US trading partners.
02/09/2009 12:00 am -
A setback for Turkey as Mideast broker
Prime Minister Erdogan's popular tirade on Gaza also hurt his credibility.
02/06/2009 12:00 am -
Economic stimulus plans now global phenomenon
At least 34 countries have plans, worth a total of $2.25 trillion.
02/04/2009 12:00 am -
Funds tighten for fighting AIDS and malaria worldwide
Global health leaders are urging the Obama administration to make up a deepening shortfall.
02/02/2009 12:00 am -
Global News Blog International news roundup – Jan. 29
01/29/2009 12:00 am -
Global News Blog International news roundup – Jan. 28
01/28/2009 12:00 am -
Global News Blog This week's lookahead - Jan. 26
01/25/2009 12:00 am
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