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MICROFINANCE AND GENDERED OUTCOMES IN BRAZIL

January 27, 20120

Microfinance is often cited as a development strategy, but has a gendered impact in Brazil that adversely affects women. By Neda Said, Contributing Writer

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COSTS CONTINUE TO OUTWEIGH BENEFITS IN U.S. – MEXICO BORDER REGULATION

January 26, 20120

A close examination of the repercussions caused by a buildup of security and increasing amounts of money going toward regulation at the United States-Mexico border. By Justin DeWaele, Staff Writer

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EGYPT, ISRAEL, AND THE ARISH-ASHKELON PIPELINE CONTROVERSY

January 24, 20120

The Arish-Ashkelon natural gas pipeline remains a source of tension between Israel and Egypt. By Jodi Sanger-Weaver, Staff Writer

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UNRAVELING THE ARAB SPRING: AN INTERVIEW WITH MICHAEL PROVENCE

January 23, 20120

As the Arab spring reaches its first anniversary, the future of democratic reform in the Middle East remains uncertain. What factors caused the Arab protest movements to unfold so dramatically,

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THE HUMAN DIMENSION OF CONSERVATION: AN INTERVIEW WITH CORRIN LACOMBE

January 18, 20120

A conservation researcher from the San Diego Zoo shares her work experience on everything from endangered species to her ideas about the ecosystems, working abroad and the impact of sociocultural

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RED LINES IN THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ

January 18, 20121

While open war between US and Iranian forces in the Persian Gulf is certainly possible, it would be a strategic disaster for Iran. By Taylor Marvin, Staff Writer

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IRAN SO FAR

January 17, 20120

There are several myths surrounding Iran and the development of nuclear weapons. Understanding its political backdrop is key to dispelling these myths. By Adham Bishr, Staff Writer

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REMEMBERING THE GREAT WAR

January 12, 20121

Photography and contemporary illustrations from World War I. By Taylor Marvin, Staff Writer

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WOMBS FOR RENT: OUTSOURCING SURROGACY TO INDIA

January 10, 20121

Recruiting poor Indian woman as surrogates for foreign citizens is an unethical business that should be banned by the government. By Ishika Arora, Staff Writer

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A MURAMBATSVINA EDUCATION: ZIMBABWEAN CHILDREN DENIED THEIR CIVIL RIGHTS

January 4, 20120

Due to a combination of hyperinflation and political controversy, Zimbabwe's educational system has taken a turn for the worst in recent years. By Nisha Bhakta, Staff Writer

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ISLAMISTS AT THE FOREFRONT OF EGYPTIAN ELECTIONS

December 28, 20110

The Egyptian elections, led by Islamist parties, have a significant impact on domestic and international dynamics. By Jodi Sanger-Weaver, Staff Writer

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FROM THE BLOOD OF PATRIOTS AND TYRANTS

December 22, 20110

Have the peaceful movements in the Middle East really brought about change? By Adham Bishr, Staff Writer

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HOW TO CONTAIN IRAN AFTER IT GETS NUCLEAR DETERRENTS

December 19, 20110

The United States should be prepared for the new power and position of a nuclear-armed Iran. By Ari Kattan, Staff Writer

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SEVENTY-FIVE DAYS IN RWANDA

December 16, 20110

Reflections on three months of teaching in Rwanda. By R. Sky Brown, Contributing Writer.

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WOMEN IN DEVELOPMENT – A SUMMARY AND ANALYSIS

December 12, 20110

Women's education, empowerment and human rights are a vital aspect of international development. By John Chuidian, Staff Writer.

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