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Christian Science Monitor | World

After Afghanistan election, governors seek distance from 'illegal' Karzai
Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500
In Panjshir Province, Governor Bahij says he wants to thwart protest of Afghanistan election. But he wants more autonomy.
Agreement on climate change looks unlikely ahead of Copenhagen
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500
A European Union agreement last week was short on specifics. US commitments on reductions may not be forthcoming, making Chinese commitments also unlikely.
Zelaya: US-brokered Honduras deal 'dead'
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500
An accord that would allow the Honduran Congress to vote to allow Manuel Zelaya back into the presidency is 'dead,' the ousted president said. US Sen. Jim DeMint has said the US will recognize Nov. 29 presidential elections regardless of whether Zelaya is returned to office, which many nations around the world have demanded.

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Flu Threat Looms As Mecca Readies For Pilgrims
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:05:00 -0500
The H1N1 virus is a major concern for Saudi Arabian authorities, who are gearing up to host millions of Muslims on the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Health officials are making recommendations and monitoring pilgrims, but otherwise can do little to mitigate the virus' spread.
U.S. Envoy To U.N. Defends Extensive Afghan Review
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:35:00 -0500
The U.S. envoy to the U.N. rejects claims that the Obama administration's pace of determining a strategy in Afghanistan is a sign of weakness. What would be "weak and dangerous," Susan Rice says, is a rushed decision made without thoroughly considering the implications for U.S. national security.
Hard Choices in Afghanistan: What's Next?
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:03:00 -0500
A special report from All Things Considered and NPR.org explores the challenges facing President Obama, America and Afghanistan in the troubled region and the options available to the U.S.

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Prospect of More U.S. Troops Worries Afghan Public
By ALISSA J. RUBIN Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:50:09 -0000
Eight years of war have left people in Afghanistan exhausted, impatient and increasingly unsure that the Taliban can be defeated.
Brown Warns Afghan Leader on Corruption
By JOHN F. BURNS and ALAN COWELL Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:51:38 -0000
The prime minister said that President Hamid Karzai would lose British support if he failed to stem corruption.
Chinese Agencies Struggle Over How to Handle Video Game
By MICHAEL WINES Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:46:16 -0000
Two government agencies are facing off over the right to regulate the popular online game World of Warcraft.

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Gold breaks $1,100
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:48:46 -0500
Gold powered through $1,100 an ounce Friday after the U.S. government said the nation's unemployment rate rose more than expected last month, fueling demand for the metal as a safe haven.
Art auction lifts hope for industry rebound
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:52:09 -0500
A recent sale of Impressionist and modern art at Sotheby's auction house exceeded sales estimates and raised the hopes of industry insiders that a rebound is under way.
French banks: 'Adieu' to guaranteed bonuses
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:32:43 -0500
Banks in France, including non-French ones, will no longer be allowed to offer guaranteed bonuses to traders and other staff under new rules announced Nov. 5. The only exception is for signing bonuses for new employees, and they are limited to a maximum of one year.

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Brazil: The Money Tree
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:00:00 -0500
In the new economy created by global warming, forests are becoming a valuable commodity. Promising not to cut them down is one of the most popular ways companies would like to offset emissions. Mark Schapiro follows the trail of one of those offset projects deep into Brazil's Atlantic Forest.
Covering Conflict Zones: A Media Symposium
Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:00:00 -0500
This fall, FRONTLINE/World gathered a small panel of journalists and media representatives in New York to share experiences and discuss the challenges of covering conflict zones and repressive regimes. Watch highlights from the discussion and join the conversation online.
Peru: Kiva's Web-based Microfinance Growing Up
Fri, 16 Oct 2009 21:00:00 -0500
Three years after we first broadcast our popular story about Kiva, a pioneer of web-based microloans, we decided to check in with the nonprofit on its fourth birthday, and find out how it's working with locals in a high Andean outpost in Peru.

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