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Let the games begin! Let the games begin!
Every Olympics is a miniature world -- and leaves you feeling more hopeful about the human race than you were before.
By Gary Kamiya Aug 5, 2008
The China problem The China problem
Those wanting to enjoy the Olympics as pure sport have to ignore the host country's troubling behavior -- just what it wants you to do.
King Kaufman Aug 5, 2008
Beijing's first event: Political gymnastics Beijing's first event: Political gymnastics
As Amnesty International slams China on human rights, Western journalists get a taste of censorship -- and Olympic excuse making.
King Kaufman Jul 30, 2008
Rush Limbaugh: "Why can't we be more like China?" Rush Limbaugh: "Why can't we be more like China?"
The conservative icon reinvents himself as a supporter of government intervention in the economy. Give me my state-subsidized SUV, or give me death!
Andrew Leonard Jul 29, 2008
Pole dancing: A "clean, fun, social activity" Pole dancing: A "clean, fun, social activity"
Mainstream Chinese women are catching on to strip aerobics.
Tracy Clark-Flory Jul 28, 2008
Bush to Olympians: Win (nicely) Bush to Olympians: Win (nicely)
The president talks about cherished American values -- curiously, without mentioning advertising or kicking butt.
King Kaufman Jul 22, 2008
Joe Conason One more good reason to lift the embargo on Cuba
Let's seize the potential of the nation's sugar-based ethanol -- before China beats us to it.
By Joe Conason Jul 18, 2008
The deep structure of kung fu panda-monium The deep structure of kung fu panda-monium
An expert in modern Chinese literature takes on the cultural significance of Dreamworks' martial arts cartoon
Andrew Leonard Jul 17, 2008
Chinese dreams of Monsanto glory Chinese dreams of Monsanto glory
The government authorizes a new transgenics development program, aiming for food security and biotech competitiveness
Andrew Leonard Jul 10, 2008
From soybeans to subprime From soybeans to subprime
From the Japanese occupation to the KMT-Communist lovefest, Taiwanese capitalism at its best
Andrew Leonard Jul 10, 2008
Dumb luck, China, and the Industrial Revolution Dumb luck, China, and the Industrial Revolution
Another take on the "Needham question"
Andrew Leonard, Andrew Leonard Jul 9, 2008
Free trade, but not for the flag Free trade, but not for the flag
It is OK to burn Old Glory, if she's made in China?
Andrew Leonard Jul 7, 2008
Dalai Lama's time bomb Dalai Lama's time bomb
Some Tibetans have had it with the spiritual leader's nonviolence. But as Gandhi showed, patience can be the deadliest of weapons.
By Salil Tripathi Jul 1, 2008
More fun with reverse globalization More fun with reverse globalization
High transportation costs are making Procter & Gamble rethink its supply chain strategy. But China still comes out on top.
Andrew Leonard Jun 27, 2008
Why $140-a-barrel oil is no surprise Why $140-a-barrel oil is no surprise
It took awhile, but the market finally realized there's only so much of that black gold to go around.
Andrew Leonard Jun 26, 2008
Peak safety matches? Peak safety matches?
In India, a rise in phosphorus prices is forcing the closure of match factories. Some Indians are blaming China, but the real culprit is global agriculture.
Andrew Leonard Jun 23, 2008
What color are Chinese South Africans? What color are Chinese South Africans?
According to the country's High Court, they are now considered "black"
Andrew Leonard Jun 19, 2008
The insignificance of offshore drilling The insignificance of offshore drilling
Even Bush's Department of Energy acknowledges that more drilling in the U.S. won't relieve gas price pain. For real short-term help, look to China
Andrew Leonard Jun 19, 2008
Battle of the skyscrapers Battle of the skyscrapers
A building frenzy is raging in Asia, Russia and the Persian Gulf. And cities like New York don't have the money to compete. Will the West soon look outdated?
By Ulrike Knöfel, Frank Hornig and Bernhard Zand Jun 9, 2008
"Kung Fu Panda's" inside joke "Kung Fu Panda's" inside joke
Even a copy of a masterwork is worthy of the proper respect.
Andrew Leonard Jun 9, 2008
John McCain's tough stance toward Russia John McCain's tough stance toward Russia
John McCain and his national security advisor both want to get tough with Russia -- but one of them got paid to say so. Does McCain have another lobbyist problem?
By Mark Benjamin Jun 9, 2008
Why is diesel even more expensive than gas? Why is diesel even more expensive than gas?
We could blame China, or India, or the EU. But the more interesting question is: Why is gas so cheap?
Andrew Leonard Jun 2, 2008
Hope in the midst of Chinese pollution? Hope in the midst of Chinese pollution?
James Fallows says all is not lost in the battle to save China's environment. But the odds sure look daunting.
Andrew Leonard May 29, 2008
China's tofu construction China's tofu construction
A rescue worker's lament while searching the rubble in Sichuan. Plus: Three minutes of no searching, in honor of the dead
Andrew Leonard May 23, 2008
A Chinese aircraft carrier paradox A Chinese aircraft carrier paradox
Was the 17th century admiral whose name has reportedly been given to a Chinese naval vessel a traitor or a patriot? Or both?
Andrew Leonard May 22, 2008
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