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Hopeful Progress in Brazil's Slums

Redeveloping the slums of Rio de Janeiro has been on the city's agenda for decades. Despite the many challenges, some new efforts seem to be paying off.

August 11, 2010 - People's Daily

Shanghai To Build World's Tallest Tower

Despite the terrorist attacks in the U.S., Shanghai's financial center still shows interest in building the world's tallest building.

October 4, 2001 - People's Daily

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