Muslim World's Brush with Democracy Turns into an Embrace

Nations with large Muslim populations vote for moderates, not extremists
Jonathan Power
September 20, 2004

Nagging Doubts About the Benefits of Globalization, and a Look at the Evidence

The outsourcing discussion continues, as academics debate the effects of offshoring jobs
September 20, 2004

The Day Civil Society Got its Nose Bloodied in Hanoi

Despite economic progress, Vietnamese government maintains iron grip on budding non-government sector
David Koh
September 21, 2004

Pity the Giants

Though it’s illegal and a threat to an endangered species, the global trade in ivory has a momentum all of its own
Kesa Nimrahong
September 30, 2004

A Graphic Film of Protest, and Cries of Blasphemy

Controversial film causes uproar in Holland, where assimilation of Muslims remains contentious issue
Marlise Simons
September 27, 2004