Hard to Say I’m Sorry

Will Belgium’s apology over the 1961 assassination of Patrice Lumumba trigger a re-evaluation of colonialism?

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Atteeeeention! The U.S. Defense Budget

How does the U.S. defense budget compare to that of other nations — friends or foes alike?

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How Much Ford Can You Afford?

What is legendary Ford company’s standing in the world of auto-makers?

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Starbucks: Getting Cornered

What does the increasing presence of Starbucks in U.S. cities indicate about American consumers?

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Iraq: Bombing the Cradle of Civilization?

What values created the region’s great civilization over 6,000 years ago?

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U.S. and Europe: Time for a Divorce?

Has the time come for Europe to take a new and independent stance?

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Mr. Bush’s “All Clear” Signal

Does changing one single letter in a word constitute a cover-up in U.S. environmental policy?

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Koizumi: How Real is Japan’s Reform?

Does Prime Minister Koizumi live up to his image as the arch-reformer?

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Insuring Against Terror

Should governments support insurance companies in underwriting terrorism policies?

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Irate at Iraq?

Is George W. Bush trying to avenge his father’s failed attempt to oust Saddam Hussein?

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