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Christian Science Monitor | World

On eve of Iran anniversary, talk of compromise
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:55:26 -0000
Opposition protesters are ready to rally when Iran's Islamic republic celebrates its 31st birthday on Thursday. Observers say both sides may be prepared to compromise after eight months of unrest. 
Ukraine tense as Tymoshenko moves to contest vote
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:49:12 -0000
Yulia Tymoshenko was refusing to concede her narrow defeat by Viktor Yanukovich in Sunday's Ukraine elections. Many say it's doubtful she can prove violations of fraud in the brief period allowed for court challenges.
Why do lakes in China turn green? Report finds surprising new culprit.
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:55:15 -0000
In China, known as the world’s factory, a significant portion of water pollution actually comes from farms, a government report revealed Tuesday.

NPR Topics: World

64 Feared Dead, 400 Hurt In Afghan Avalanches
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:52:00 -0500
Rescue operations managed to extricate about 2,500 uninjured people from the area.
Toyota Recalls 437,000 Hybrids Worldwide
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:42:00 -0500
Toyota says it is recalling the Prius and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems - the latest in a string of embarrassing safety lapses at the world's largest automaker.
Europe's Debt Crisis May Saddle Germany
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 04:00:00 -0500
The huge national debts of Spain, Portugal, Italy and especially Greece are dragging down the Euro; and affecting U.S. stock prices. Shares fell sharply on Wall Street Monday — in large part because of concerns about Europe's debt crisis. The jitters are even affecting Europe's strongest economy Germany, which might find itself expected to bail out its weaker Euro partners.

NYT > World

Dozens Buried in Afghan Avalanches
By ROD NORDLAND Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:30:40 -0000
Deadly avalanches buried hundreds cars along a high mountain pass that links Afghanistan’s capital to its north, killing at least two dozen people.
Americans Jailed in Haiti Plead for Help From U.S.
By IAN URBINA Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:44:22 -0000
The 10 American Baptists detained in Port-au-Prince on child trafficking charges say the United States government could be doing more on their behalf.
Paperwork Hinders Airlifts of Ill Haitian Children
By IAN URBINA Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:58:32 -0000
Doctors and aid workers are wrestling with proving that they are not illegally transporting children, whose risk of dying is rising while the paperwork awaits.

World business news - CNNMoney.com

Toyota faces a Capitol grilling
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:52:47 -0500
As Toyota's troubles mount, the automaker is gearing up for a new front in the battle to salvage its once-sterling image and credibility: Capitol Hill.
Dollar down versus euro
Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:35:00 -0500
The dollar slipped against the euro amid anticipation that European officials will help Greece lower its mounting debt.
After the gold rush
Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:29:54 -0500
It hasn't been a good year for the black and gold.

FRONTLINE/World - Reports | PBS

France: Outlawing Ana
Tue, 22 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500
When reporter Lucie Schwartz began researching eating disorders among French women, she had never heard of "pro-Ana" blogs. A quick Google search turned up hundreds of websites in all languages featuring images of skeletal women and a mantra for starvation and thinness. Her story explores those caught in the phenomenon of "Ana" and why French lawmakers are taking "her" on.
Trading Trees
Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500
In Copenhagen, only a handful of countries made the case for turning trees into carbon emissions offsets, with the United States leading the pack. Why is the plan so controversial?
Copenhagen: Coverage from the Climate Summit
Sat, 12 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500
Our reporters are in the thick of the action there, covering the contentious role forests will play in the evolving carbon offset market. Follow their updates and video posts.

 

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