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Why the U.S. Military Is in Iraq to Stay
Don't dream about full exits. The military is in Iraq for the long haul. FULL STORY
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Q&A: Lebanon's Prime Minister on Israel, Syria
Lebanon's P.M. rips Israel and criticizes Syria. He wants President Lahoud to quit, but that could be a death sentence.
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Inside Iraq's Mutant Security Agency
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Zakaria: Can U.S., China Cooperate?
Beijing is now engaged in its own internal debate over whether a confrontation between China and the United States is inevitable.
Italy: After 43 Years, the Demise of a Mafia Don
The boss of bosses had been on the run for 43 years. His downfall: a reluctance to do his own laundry.
How to Check Tehran's Nuke Program?
Wanted: a sensible policy to check Tehran's nuke program
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Dickey: Iran to Blame for Soaring Gas Prices
Iran is behind the soaring price of gasoline-and not for the first time.
Bumpy Peace Trip: Christians, Muslims and Jews
Can a trek across the desert help Muslims, Jews and Christians understand each other better? Not without a few snags.
At 80, Popular Queen Elizabeth Still Mysterious
On the occasion of Queen Elizabeth II's 80th birthday, our correspondent in London observes how her closely guarded privacy has insured her longevity.
Burma: Despite Military Junta, Partying Goes On
Burma is known around the world for its authoritarian regime, but our columnist discovered unexpected frivolity in the small country ruled by iron fists.
One Iraq Industry Is Booming: Death Business
Iraq's daily death toll keeps a lot of people working.
Hirsh: Why Americans May Never Leave Iraq
As Iraq fractures along multiple religious and ethnic lines, only one force seems to be holding it together: American involvement. So what might this future look like?
Steel Industry Consolidation Is Rocky
A outcome of the merger battle between steel giants Mittal and Arcelor will show how far the industry can change.
Q&A: How Did Pope Benedict's First Year Go?
John Paul II was a tough act to follow. A long-time Vatican observer reflects on Benedict's first year.
Fertility Tourism: Childless Couples Try India
India is attracting English-speaking couples looking for surrogates and other treatments.
Hong Kong Debates Domestic Spying Rules
Hong Kong residents learn about the government's intrusive spying. Have officials gone too far?
Thailand: Thaksin Steps Down . Or Does He?
Thailand's Thaksin bows out-but not really.
Iraq: Leading Cleric Pushes for New Govt.
Iraq's leading Shiite cleric is urging the country's leaders to form a new unity government quickly-before sectarian violence gets out of hand.
China: A Tale of Error Messages and Geeks
A tale of error messages and chain-smoking geeks in Beijing.
Hostages: 'More Tragedies Waiting to Happen'
A U.S. hostage expert reflects on Jill Carroll's release and the unnecessary risks taken by foreigners in Iraq.
Video: Dickey on Paris Protest Violence
NEWSWEEK's Christopher Dickey reports from Paris on the party-like atmosphere-and the clashes with police-during ongoing protests against new labor laws.
 
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