The Economist
The Impact Of War On The Environment
War can be devastating to the environment but sometimes nature benefits from human conflict.
U.S. Housing Boom Slowing
The Economist's house-price indices suggest that the U.S. housing boom may be slowing down even as housing markets in some other nations are growing.
Congestion Charge: Will London's Risky Gamble Work?
Though it is "politically dangerous," London's congestion charge scheme can succeed. But what happens if it fails? Are there other alternatives to get rid of gridlock?
The Politics Of Hydrogen
Europe is focussing on renewable energy sources for hydrogen to power fuel cells. The U.S. is leaning towards fossil fuels.
President Bush's Environmental Vision Deserves Praise
Environmental groups shouldn't be sceptical of President Bush's environmental vision.
U.S And Europe: Comparing Living Standards
Why are Europeans apparently poorer than Americans?
A Challenge To Bush's Policy On Climate Change
A bill sponsored by John McCain and Joe Lieberman will clash against the Bush administration's policies on climate change.
Global Theater-Building Boom
The surge of theater-building around the world may slowing down.
Politics And Congestion In Britain
The Economist reviews Tony Blair's new road-building program.
Alarming UN Report On Population And Global Poverty
A U.N. report titled "People, poverty and possibilities" is alarming but points out measures that can help combat global poverty.
Freeing Immigration Could Boost Economic Growth
Frances Cairncross explains how opening up international immigration could benefit economic growth.
Four Million Holes In Britain's Roads
A 1991 law makes it easy for utilities to dig up roads causing traffic congestion. Britain lags behind other countries in the use of modern techniques for roadwork that minimize disruption.
Renewal Sought For Historic Mexico City District
City trust and private developer are working to revive an area of Spanish-colonial housing.
Measuring Quality Of Life
The Economist examines the economic and quality-of-life impacts of the dot-com boom on California's Bay Area.
Flooding And Climate Change
Is global warming the culprit behind recent floods in China and Europe?
What Makes The Bay Area Successful?
How does the Bay Area compare with the rest of the nation in terms of housing, transportation, education, and economy?
Clean Coal And A Hydrogen Future
Can "clean coal" slow down global climate change? The Economist review the latest technologies.
Sustainable Growth And The Environment
How sustainable development and the environment can co-exist.
Greener Growth With Cleaner Coal
Growth without harming the environment is possible.
A Breakthrough In Solar Energy?
Scientists are developing inexpensive organic solar cells that could be sprayed on roofs.
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