Globalization Wilts Flowering Industry

New competition from Asia and Africa in the flower industry stunts wages and unionization in Latin America
Joshua Goodman
October 23, 2006

Global Outsourcing on Wane

The number of total outsourcing contracts increases, but the overall value of those contracts declines
Ashley Seager
October 24, 2006

China Returns to Africa

After six centuries of isolation, a China hungry for raw materials renews its historic friendship with Africa
Paul Kennedy
October 16, 2006

OPEC President Scrambles for Output-Cut Consensus

OPEC wants to cut oil production, but individual members want to roll out the barrel
Bhushan Bahree
October 16, 2006

Social Networking Sites Keep Their Local Flavor as They Go Global

Members can pursue global friendships and fame
James Shih
October 18, 2006