Pandemics: The pandemic threatIt's deadly serious; so even if the current threat fades, the world needs to be better armed.
Italy: Regrettable BerlusconiWhat a pity Italy's prime minister does not use his political muscle to reform his country.
South Africa: It needs an oppositionJacob Zuma has proved he can win votes. But can he run a serious democracy?
Latin America's economies: That fragile thing: a good reputationA reformed region cannot escape recession but it can mitigate its impact.
Tax: A nasty Brown messThe politics behind Britain's tax changes are ugly. The economics are worse.
Warfare: All at seaForeign military bases have both political and practical difficulties. "Seabasing" may offer a solution.
Psychology: Life in thin slicesAn ancient smile may predict a modern divorce.
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