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November 28th

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The Many Faces of Agriculture in the Developing World

Posted on November 29, 2006
Previously filed under: Agriculture
Click on the images below for a visual representation of the difficulties and triumphs experienced by farmers in developing regions.
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November 26th

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Global AIDS Epidemic Continues to Grow

Posted on November 27, 2006
Previously filed under: Africa, Health
The global AIDS epidemic continues to grow and there is concerning evidence that some countries are seeing a resurgence in new HIV infection rates .
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Prevention is Still the Only Cure in the Fight Against AIDS

Posted on November 27, 2006
Previously filed under: Africa, Health
As the HIV/AIDS pandemic continues to pose a daunting challenge, more attention needs to be given to prevention - the only true cure.
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The Future of the AIDS Fight

Posted on November 27, 2006
Previously filed under: Africa, Health
The last 25 years of the AIDS battle have proven that the future requires a dedicated global community devoted to delivering change.
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An Interview With Claus Frederiksen

Posted on November 27, 2006
Previously filed under: Europe and Middle East, Interviews
Claus Frederiksen, the minister of Employment in Denmark, speaks to Yale Global about low unemployment in Denmark and solutions to globalization worldwide.
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A Success Story from India

Posted on November 27, 2006
Topics: Technology and the Internet
Countries: India
Previously filed under: Asia, Interviews
Narayana Murthy talks about the growth of his company, Infosys, the second largest software company in India.
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Communication is Key to Development, Say Experts

Posted on November 27, 2006
Previously filed under: Africa, Technology
The Rome Consensus was formulated at the first World Congress on Communication for Development and outlines the need to enhance communication services in developing regions.
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Keywords: developing, technology, developing countries, communication, Rome Consensus

November 20th

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George Monbiot's Heat

Posted on November 21, 2006
Previously filed under: Europe and Middle East, Book and Film Reviews
George Monbiot's new book is personal quest to find a positive path forward for the environment.
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November 19th

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Panama Canal Expansion and the Global Economy

Posted on November 20, 2006
Previously filed under: South America, Global Economy
The Panamanian vote to upgrade and expand the capacity of the Panama Canal will have a significant impact on the role Panama will play in the world economy.
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2006 Global Envision Reader

Posted on November 20, 2006
Previously filed under: Book and Film Reviews
The 2006 Global Envision Reader features some of the best new titles for learning more about the global economy.
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How to Make Our Food Safer

Posted on November 20, 2006
Previously filed under: North America, Agriculture
Dr. Henry I. Miller discusses some options for protecting produce from contamination.
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November 16th

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Poor Man's Hero

Posted on November 17, 2006
Previously filed under: Africa, Interviews
Controversial writer Johan Norberg champions globalization as the best hope for the developing world.
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November 15th

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Winter 2006-2007 Essay Contest - Closed

Posted on November 16, 2006
Previously filed under: Contests
Thank you for your essay submissions . We apologize for the delay in posting the winning articles - they will be up shortly. Thank you for your patience.
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November 14th

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LABORrious Adaptation

Posted on November 15, 2006
Previously filed under: North America, General Globalization
With membership numbers dropping, unions around the world need to innovate in order stay relevant in the era of globalization.
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November 13th

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African Science to Benefit from China Trade Deal

Posted on November 14, 2006
Topics: Trade
Countries: China
Previously filed under: Asia, Trade
At the recent China-Africa Summit in Beijing, Chinese President Hu Jintao announced a series of trade and investment deals intended to boost Africa's development.
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