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48. When There Are No Words
As one Family of humanity, our silent prayers ring out in unison.
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Realist Theory in World Affairs
Realism remains one of the most important theories of international relations, despite others that aim at hacking away at its power hungry core with no real success.
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Extra, Extra, Read All About It. . .
Flash!!! You think Christianity is going down the tubes, that Islam is the fastest growing religion on the planet, that the New Age is acutally making inroads into modern culture, that God is dead? Fat chance. Read this little blurb from World Net Daily. No matter where you stand on the issue, you'll be enlightened.
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Extra, Extra, Read All About It. . .
Flash!!! You think Christianity is going down the tubes, that Islam is the fastest growing religion on the planet, that the New Age is acutally making inroads into modern culture, that God is dead? Fat chance. Read this little blurb from World Net Daily. No matter where you stand on the issue, you'll be enlightened.
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Newspaper Lesson Plan
Students will investigate various points of view by reading three news sources and comparing a similar news article regarding international affairs in each news source.
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Articles You Need to Read
A Brief review of three articles by TIME Magazine and National Geographic that will inform and confront opinions on religion, politics and world affairs
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Ghost World
A review of the movie "Ghost World".
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Russia's Observer Seat at the OIC
Russia's observer seat at the OIC is a way to increase its influence in the Muslim world and to tip the balance in its favor in its power struggle with the United States.
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Fighting on a wing and a prayer
The Canadian Forces are in a shambles. Yet the Prime Minister insists on engaging the beleaguered troops in yet another mission - this time to enter the unrest in Haiti.
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How to Make Points for Exam Essays
This article will present some useful methods on how to brainstorm for argumentative essay points under an examination setting such as the GCE A Levels General Paper.
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America in the Pacific, 1945-1947
Bringing order to the Pacific region after the chaos of WWII was a new challenge involving the coordinated work of several U. S. agencies.
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Canadian Military at War
A country roughly the size of the United States, but with only thirty million people. Canada has always been there with men and aid when the world community calls.
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Law-Related Education Post-September 11, 2001
Events of September 11 have increased college students' previously low interest in politics, and universities are responding to their curiosity, providing an example of how key education can be.
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Lost threads found? Reading Empire
Reading habits transformed: international events on the bookshelf.
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Political Media Hype
It is the responsiblity of the media to decide what is newsworthy. But are we being informed on the issue at hand or are being told what to think?
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Questions of Trust at the BBC
We should be careful not to confuse criticisms of the BBC's editorial stance with the recent scandals over the apparent faking of contests.
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The Watchmen Come Alive
A live action movie based on the widely-acclaimed comic book series, Watchmen, will be released on March 6, 2009.
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"Oh, That Looks Like Hard Work!"
Many of us have taken a little time for ourselves -- on a commute, after dinner -- and filled it with projects that let our minds roam and wander. We have found a way for the racing thoughts and worries that build up during a stressful day to dissolve as we concentrate on doing what others call "work."
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Assessing School Image
Developing a positive school image is important for all stakeholders. This questionnaire will help assess the strengths and weaknesses in your school's image.
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EU- Africa Cultural Diplomacy
For the first time in its history, the EU Commission will hold a meeting on another continent, in Africa. Is cultural diplomacy the answer to solving world problems?
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Gosh? You Mean the Government May Have Lied to US?
Was our government candid about the Gulf War?
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Grammie's Prayer
Grammie's prayers for all God's children here on earth.
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Heroes and Monsters II - Good and Evil
A reflection on the theme of good and evil as portrayed in <i>Beowulf</i> and its archetypal meaning
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Integrity Quotient: The New IQ
The three dimensions of integrity affect our self-relationships, friendships and service in the world, according to David Gruder, Ph.D. Are you living in integrity?
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Katie Couric Interviews Palin and Biden
Tonight, Wednesday, October 1, CBS-TV will broadcast a segment called "Vice Presidential Questions" with Kaite Couric interviewing both Sarah Palin and Joe Biden.
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Killing the Binary: Deconstruction in the 21st Century
An examination of the Deconstructionist school of thought, giving it's relevance to modern times.
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Omnium Gatherum
This 2004 Pulitzer Finalist is a facsinating play about global discourse seasoned with hostess Suzie and culinary delights from Anjou Pear Salad to Amuse Bouche!
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The Embargo Act of 1807
While the intentions of the act may have been noble, in reality, the embargo act of 1807 meant to hurt the British and the French ended in failure.
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The Politics of James Madison
James Madison a member of the Democratic-Republican party, though his war-time presidency demonstrated a certain degree of bipartisanship.
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The Triads
The Triads rise to power followed the same type of pattern as the Mafia. And as the power of the Families appears to be declining, the future threat of the Triads needs to be examined.
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Thomas Halsey: A Colonist's English Heritage
Young merchant Thomas Halsey typified American colonists who were leaders in founding new communities. They were forerunners of the middle class,
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Vladimir Putin's Strategic Plan for Russia
Vladimir Putin came to office on December 31st 1999, purportedly with a vision for Russia - end the Yeltsin Chaos, restore Russian pride & regain Russian prominence.
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What Is Religion?
An exploration of what the true meaning of religion is and its relevance for a world in turmoil in the name of religion
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Why Sarah Palin Offends Feminists
The selection of Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin as Republican VP candidate may look like a step forward for women, but feminists are enraged by McCain's choice.
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Wines of Lake Geneva, Switzerland
The vineyards of the region between Vevey and Lausanne produce wines that are unknown outside Switzerland. And surprise, some of the wines are actually quite good.
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Canada the Great Peacekeeper?
Canada has been one of the world&#8217;s great peacekeepers but lately has let its reputation slip and its foreign policy and military are running on empty.
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Chicken Soup for the International Relations Soul
More light reading. This time former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger's Latest book.
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Fiona Reid: GWB and David Storch
During Theresa Rebeck and Alex Gersten's provocative post 9 /11gem, star Fiona Reid found out that George W. Bush would be back at The White House!
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If Comedian Bill Hicks Was Alive Today…
Just what would the late, great, Bill Hicks have made of yesterday's Presidential election and the rise to office of Democrat Barack Obama?
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Is The World is Coming to an End Soon?
I wonder if schizophrenia didn't have a profound infulence on my thinking long before I was obviously psychotic. Is the world going to end in environmental catastrophe caused by overpopulation or are things "getting better all the time", like the Beatles said.
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Profile: Ron Paul
A medical doctor and 28-year veteran of Congress, Ron Paul ran for President before - in 1988, as the Libertarian Party's candidate.
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Prophecy and The End Times
Discussion of Christian concepts of prophecy on an institutional as well as personal level. This includes the idea of modern-day individuals with a more outward "gift of prophecy." It also includes a discussion of Prophecy and the End Times and Rapture driven currently and powerfully by the Left Behind series of speculative fiction.
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Sudan: The World's Forgotten Conflict
It began almost twenty years ago, has led to the loss of 5.5 million lives, has displaced two million people, and despite all this misery, the troubles in the Sudan may intensify as a result of the "war on terror".
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Summit Affairs
A look at who is behind the G8 summit and a call for more democratic particiaption
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The Corporate Media: Whom Do They Serve? Part 1
This article is about the major world power-brokering organizations, as part 1 of a multi-part series on whom does the media serve.
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The Presidency of John Quincy
From the beginning, John Quincy Adams faced an uphill battle as President. He was never quite able to prove wrong those who viewed his Presidency as being "illegitimate.
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The Temptation of Social Science
Essay discussing the dangers of bias in social science.
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The Venerable Bede
Bede was a crucial figure in the world of historical scholarship, being one of the first true historians, and writing the first great work of English history.
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