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Good Reads: From gray areas in science, to new-media ventures, to Internet monstersThis week's round-up of Good Reads includes an explanation of how we use math to describe things we can't see, a dearth of hits from black recording artists, the lawsuit around the Washington Redskins, new-media ventures, and the Internet myth of Slender Man.
Worried about Scotland vote, UK unveils big threatScotland's pro-independence block has argued it would keep the pound sterling as its currency if the referendum is passed. But, the UK's top political parties put the kibosh on that possibility today.
Venezuelan student protesters tweet #LaSalida to call for president's exitAmong Venezuelans taking to the streets are student protesters who, in the past, have proven to be a powerful political force. Using Twitter as well as street demonstrations, the students offer a boost to a weak and disjointed opposition.
Why US companies applaud embassy outreach to India's prospective PMRegardless of whether opposition leader Modi, accused of human rights abuses, would in fact usher in a more business-friendly regime, restoring bilateral bonhomie is good for business.
Long-ignored ethnic strife cuts off Pakistan's gasA recent attack on pipelines by ethnic Baloch separatists underscores that Islamic militants are far from the only security threat in Pakistan.
What does Turkey's new Internet law mean for its EU aspirations?Turkish activists and the European Union are applying pressure on President Abdullah Gul to veto a recently-passed Internet censorship law. Turkey has long aspired to join the club of European democracies.
Colombia stands up to Big CoalColombia’s government is making a big show of prosecuting US coal producer Drummond for a series of environmental blunders. Why?
Good Reads: From a high-tech gold rush, to child brides, to rediscovering faithThis week's roundup of Good Reads includes a gold rush in Canada, making global disorder work, tracking Daniel Pearl's killer, the plight of child brides, and Malcolm Gladwell's journey back to faith.
Can India's spectrum auction help cap its budget blowout?The Indian government's wireless spectrum auction this week is good news for telecom, an industry tainted by a recent corruption scandal.
Good Reads: From future robots, to crowd-sourcing problems, to praise for kidsThis week's roundup of Good Reads topics includes the future of humanoid robots, the endless loop of poverty, crowdsourcing science problems, how to better manage burned forests, and the impact of too much praise for children.
Is staid Costa Rica headed for an unpredictable vote?A leftist candidate is making strides in investment-friendly, centrist Costa Rica in the lead up to this weekend's presidential election.
Good Reads: From climate reporting, to Romas in France, to an ancient board gameThis week's roundup of Good Reads includes the long tail of a 'cooling trend' article, how a Flemish town cares for the mentally ill, the rise of petty crime in France, a board game older than chess, and humor in politics.
South Sudan's warring factions reach cease-fire – for nowFighting in South Sudan that has disrupted oil production and killed thousands paused today after the government and rebels signed a cease-fire deal. But the agreement faces serious risks of collapse.
- North Korea rare-earth venture: game-changer for investors?
North Korea is home to one of the world's largest rare earth mineral deposits, but its policy of isolation has long deterred foreign investment.
Good Reads: From Saudi lingerie sales, to defense budgets, to the most expensive GamesThis week's roundup of Good Reads includes new freedom for Saudi saleswomen, an illuminating glimpse of US military spending, how museums are 'enchanting' visitors, the high cost of the Sochi Winter Games, and a new program to help community college students make it to graduation.
Indonesian export ban a mixed bag for neighborsIndonesia's recent ban on mineral ore exports aims to force foreign companies to start processing in the country.
What's behind the standoff between vigilantes and Mexican police in Michoacán?Local religious leaders shed light on the tough-to-untangle face-off in Michoacán, Mexico.
Norway's red hot real estate starts to coolNorway has experienced more than two decades of growth in its residential housing sector – but is the real estate bubble about to burst?
More signs of urban poverty in Jordan as Syrian refugees flood inDonors gathered in Kuwait this week to raise money for the most expensive humanitarian crisis in recent history: Syria.
Bangkok shutdown: Thai government keeps cool as protesters shut down BangkokBangkok shutdown: A well-funded, well-organized protest movement has returned to the streets of Bangkok, shutting down seven major intersections in Bangkok. While key institutions are still operating, the two-month-long protest movement has disrupted Thailand's economy.
