My Japanese Dream

What are the dreams of a Japanese journalist for his country’s revival?

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Blood and Xenophobia

Why does the U.S. Red Cross discourage people from taking trips abroad?

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Korea’s Crony Capitalism

Do Korea’s conglomerates — or chaebols — prevent the country form making true economic reforms?

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Afghanistan: The 51st American State?

Is “dollarizing” Afghanistan a secret scheme to make that country a U.S. protectorate?

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How Not to Sell Out

What is the real scandal behind the practice of U.S. campaign financing — the amount of money?

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U.S.-Cuba Relations: Longing for a Fresh Start?

After 40 years of missed opportunities, will Cuba and the United States be able to normalize their relations?

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War: The Best Presidential PR?

Why is the U.S. press unanimously rallying behind President George W. Bush?

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Accounting for a Strange World

With Enron in the world news, how come the AOL loss of $50 billion did not create such a stir?

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What is Islam?

Will Pakistan’s President Musharraf be able to fight Islamic extremists?

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Swimming Across the Bosphorus

What makes Istanbul — the only city that spans two continents — so magnificent?

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