Archive - Mar 2008 - Library Item

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March 27th

From the Archives

WORLDCHANGING: A User's Guide for the 21st Century

Posted on March 28, 2008

Previously filed under: Book and Film Reviews

A book that serves as a comprehensive starting point to changing the world.

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Keywords: book review, Worldchanging

March 26th

From the Archives

Feeding School Children in the Land of Plenty

Posted on March 27, 2008

Previously filed under: Africa, Health

Photo Credit: David Pollendine/Flickr

In Guinea Bissau, West Africa food aid provided by the World Food Program adds an extra incentive for students to attend school and parents to send them there.

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Keywords: health, Guinea, food, education

March 24th

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An Inflation Reality Check

Posted on March 25, 2008

Previously filed under: Global Economy

While Zimbabwe demonstrates record breaking inflation, one may also look at Russia, Vietnam, Argentina, and Venezuela to see double digit inflation.

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Keywords: inflation, Zimbabwe

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Battle Against TB Continues Despite Recent Successes

Posted on March 25, 2008

Previously filed under: Asia, Health

The inextricable link between poverty and TB indicates that in order to eradicate the disease, poverty must be targetted as well.

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Keywords: TB, Bangladesh

March 23rd

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Oil May Not Grease Friendship

Posted on March 24, 2008

Previously filed under: General Globalization

A paper testing the idea that a strong entrepreneurial spirit can indicate a prospective US ally, while oil wealth indicates a divergence of interest.

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Keywords: globalization, entrepreneurship, Russia, United States, oil

March 20th

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Too Many Cooks

Posted on March 21, 2008

Topics: Microfinance, Economic Development
Countries: Liberia
Previously filed under: Africa, Microfinance

Many women in Liberia have received job training, but without access to loans or job placement, training may not lead to economic success.

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March 19th

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Brazil's Energy Windfall

Posted on March 20, 2008

Topics: Energy and Oil
Countries: Brazil
Previously filed under: South America, Global Economy

Brazil recently discovered billions of barrels of oil off its shores - and immediately started reorganizing its trade policy on the world market.

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Keywords: Venezuela, OPEC, economics

March 18th

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China/EU Alliance 'Could Be Key to Low-carbon Energy'

Posted on March 19, 2008

Topics: Energy and Oil, Climate and Environment
Countries: China
Previously filed under: Asia, Environment

A recent report indicates that China and the EU can and should meet future energy demands in a sustainable and cooperative fashion.

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Keywords: European Union, climate change, carbon

March 17th

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Toxic Vegetables for Sale

Posted on March 18, 2008

Previously filed under: Agriculture

Although organically grown vegetables are a healthier option, it is cost prohibitive for many.

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Keywords: agriculture, Senegal, European Union

March 11th

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Improving Sanitation in Pakistan

Posted on March 12, 2008

Previously filed under: Asia, Health

A new campaign in Pakistan aims to make sure rural citizens have access to proper sanitation facilities.

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Keywords: Pakistan, latrines, sanitation

March 10th

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Brave New World: Gulf Seeks Bold Science Initiatives

Posted on March 11, 2008

Previously filed under: Europe and Middle East, Technology

The Gulf States are investing in radical initiatives to strengthen science, but results are not guaranteed.

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Keywords: Middle East, Saudi Arabia, technology, education

March 9th

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Global Poll Shows Widespread Unease about Economy and Globalization

Posted on March 10, 2008

Previously filed under: General Globalization

A new BBC World Public Poll examines how adults in various countries perceive the fairness of their economies and globalization.

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Keywords: globalization, polls, perceptions

March 6th

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Wheat Fungus May Affect Food Prices

Posted on March 7, 2008

Previously filed under: Europe and Middle East, Agriculture

The wheat stem rust fungus, recently discovered in Iran, may have a global impact.

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Keywords: wheat, fungus, agriculture, food prices

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Taiwan's Textile Presence in Africa

Posted on March 7, 2008

Previously filed under: Africa, Global Economy

Swazi textile workers have taken to the streets, unsatisfied with wages and treatment.

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Keywords: Swaziland, trade, Taiwan

From the Archives

India's Forgotten Farmers

Posted on March 7, 2008

Topics: Agriculture
Countries: India
Previously filed under: Agriculture

Despite India's economic progress, rural villages, where farming plays a large role, have been largely ignored.

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Keywords: farming

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