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| Compiled on August 21, 2012, 06:18 PM CET |
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The Cost of Hunger
Drought Only One Factor Behind High Food Prices The severe drought in the US has been blamed the rising prices of agricultural commodities. But that is only part of the story: Biofuels, financial speculation and changing dietary habits are also playing a role. The global food supply faces pressure from all sides. By SPIEGEL Staff |
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Civil War in Syria
The High Price of Hesitation The West has been hesitant to intervene in Syria despite the regime's brutality against the rebels. But the longer the international community waits, the further the country slides into civil war. It may soon prove impossible to stop the cycle of violence. |
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Islamists in Timbuktu
Mali Becomes Infected by the Somali Virus Mali was once a model of African democracy. But ever since a military coup in March, Islamists have been on the march and have already imposed Sharia law in the country's north. There are fears that Mali could join Somalia as another failed state. |
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The Greek Dilemma
Three Thorny Paths to Saving the Euro Greece may soon face bankruptcy, but what would happen after that? If governments and central banks want to preserve the euro, they might have to take some very risky steps -- each with its own potential dangers. Europe has begun searching for the lesser of several evils. |
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Asian Ambition
A New Starchitect Takes Aim at London Best known for his work on China Central Television headquarters in Beijing, Germany's Ole Scheeren has become a success in Asia with his experimental architecture. Now the rising star wants to take on the Gehrys and Fosters by opening an office in London. |
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Political Crisis Over?
Romanian Court Returns President to Office Romania's Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down a nationwide referendum called to impeach the country's president, ruling the turnout had not been sufficient. But recent moves by Prime Minister Ponta indicate that the embarrassing political battle will continue. |
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The World From Berlin
In Eastern Germany, the Neo-Nazis Are Winning Twenty years ago, an asylum-seekers hostel in Rostock was set ablaze by rioting neo-Nazis as thousands of ordinary people watched and cheered. Today, much of eastern Germany remains a no-go area for foreigners, say commentators. Authorities have failed to tackle the problem and society remains indifferent. |
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'Gunpowder Kurt' Convicted
Pensioner Jailed for Owning Huge Weapons Stash A gun enthusiast was jailed on Tuesday for amassing one of the biggest private arsenals ever seen in Germany. "Gunpowder Kurt," as his neighbors called him, dressed up in a World War II uniform and took part in battle re-enactments. The village had to be evacuated as bomb disposal experts cleared his shed. |
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Picture This
Beating the Heat |
