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The Economist: Economist: Obituary: Saul Bellow
A remembrance of Saul Bellow and the type of writer he was, published by the Economist on the occasion of his death (April 5, 2005), captures, in a few paragraphs, Bellow's legacy. Registration is required.
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The Economist: Country Briefings: Japan
A profile of Japan that includes links to recent articles about Japan from the "Economist," the influential newspaper of worldwide business and economic affairs. Includes a page of basic facts about the country (population, major exports...
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The Economist: Country Briefings: Spain
A profile of Spain that includes links to recent articles about Spain from the "Economist," the influential newspaper of worldwide business and economic affairs. Also includes a page of basic facts about the country (population, major...
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The Economist: Hong Kong
Here is a series of articles about Hong Kong plus a factsheet, and other background materials
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The Economist: History in Brief: Iraq
A summary of Iraq's history dating from the BC era to the present. Provides numerous links related to Iraq.
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The Economist: Vietnam
This is a series of recent articles covering economic, political, and health issues of South-East Asia and Vietnam in particular.
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The Economist: The Big Dry
This article discusses and analyzes the current drought in Australia, focusing primarily on problems associated with the Murray-Darling River.
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Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta: Classroom Economist: Inflation
This learning module explains key concepts regarding inflation, including inflation targeting, the consumer price index, core inflation, and more.
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Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta: Classroom Economist: Gross Domestic Product
This lesson discusses gross domestic product (GDP): what it is, how to measure it, and what it means to a country's economy.
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Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta: Classroom Economist: Unemployment
This lesson takes a look at the labor market and includes a discussion of how the labor market differs from a product market, what the different ways of looking at it are, and how to measure it.
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The Economist: Country Briefings: Chile
A profile of Chile that includes links to recent articles about Chile from the "Economist," a page of basic facts about the country (population, major exports and imports, etc.), currency information, and an economic forecast.
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The Economist: Brazil
A collection of articles with an emphasis on the economy from a variety of news sources brings you current information on Brazil. Also provides a country profile with economic facts and data, a map, brief articles on history and...
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The Economist: Politics This Week
This is an online news site that focuses on the world political news of the week.
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The Economist: Argentina
From the latest news articles to facts about the country and its economy, this source gives a great deal of useful information about Argentina. Links are provided to other news sources and websites.
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The Economist: Australia: World News
This is an online world news site from Australia featuring world news, politics, economics, and business and finance.
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The Economist: Peru
From the latest news articles to facts about the country and its economy, this source gives a great deal of useful information about Peru. Links are provided to other news sources and websites.
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The Economist: Chile
From the latest news articles to facts about the country and its economy, this source gives a great deal of useful information about Chile. Links are provided to other news sources and websites.
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The Economist: Ecuador
From the latest news articles to facts about the country and its economy, this source gives a great deal of useful information about Ecuador. Links are provided to other news sources and websites.
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The Economist: The Global Debt Clock
Our interactive overview of government debt across the planet.
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The Economist: Back to Playing Cricket
This article dated January 2004 finds India and Pakistan willing to start peaceful negotiations during the cease-fire along the "Line of control." Registration is required.
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Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
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The Economist: Taiwan
This is a series of articles about Taiwan, with background articles to help understand politics, economics and current events in the country.
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The Economist: Political Forces: Mexico
This article describes the competition among Mexico's three major political parties.
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The Economist: Dengue Fever: A Deadly Scourge
This article describes the growing epidemic of dengue fever, or DHF, in Mexico and other tropical areas. The virus is caused by mosquitos.