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Francis as the First Post-Western Pope

What is the new Pope’s strategy for the Middle East?

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Sierra Leone: From Blood Diamonds to a Market Economy

Forgiveness, freedom and accountability help to restore prosperity in Sierra Leone.

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The Other June 4, 1989

How the events in Tiananmen Square drove the first free election in Eastern Europe from front pages around the world.

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TB in China: a New Epidemic of an Old Disease

How China handles drug-resistant tuberculosis will have a big effect on the problem globally.

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European Election: Business as Usual

Claims about a watershed election are exaggerated, says the former UK Minister for Europe.

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The Rise of the “Little Englanders”

Why are anti-immigration parties on the rise in much of Europe?

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Finger-Wagging Over Asian Health Risks

Premiums for health risks could move Asia toward a better habitat, but a tenser trade environment.

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The New Vietnam War

Global ironies in Asia’s continuing struggle for national independence, now against China.

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The Balkans Challenge: Can Weather Woes Forge Political Partnerships?

The storm clouds over the Balkans have a silver lining, as they may help the region find solidarity.

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India at the Polls

A real question arises: Do national elections get Indians any viable results?

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