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A Crisis That Markets Can’t Grasp

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 05:07 PM PDT

As Japan's disaster evolves, Wall Street keeps recalculating the damage. So far, it's been hard to rely on history for guidance.

Stress Test for the Global Supply Chain

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 11:58 AM PDT

Modern global supply chains are like the human body: remarkably resilient, but also vulnerable at some points. The crises in Japan expose some of those weaknesses.

At Qaddafi Compound, a Human Shield

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 06:00 PM PDT

At Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi's compound, hundreds of supporters, mostly women and children, cheered him.

Syria Moves Quickly to Curtail Unrest

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 06:00 PM PDT

Amid funerals for slain protesters, the government reportedly was allowing residents to leave but not enter the southern city of Dara'a.

Prosecutors Circle Around Moscow’s Ex-Mayor

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 03:55 PM PDT

After falling from favor, the former mayor of Moscow and billionaire real estate magnate Yuri M. Luzhkov is now at the center of a broad investigation.

The Proxy Battle in Bahrain

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 12:28 PM PDT

In the fight for influence between Saudi Arabia and Iran, the United States may end up the loser.

‘Too Late’ for Some Tsunami Victims to Rebuild in Japan

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 04:39 PM PDT

Many of the ruined homes and business were owned by retirees, who lack the spirit or money to rebuild.

Lessons From Chernobyl for Japan

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 03:28 PM PDT

A visit to Ukraine reveals the sheer tedium and exhaustion of dealing with the aftermath of a nuclear meltdown. It is a problem that does not exist on a human time frame.

News Analysis: Not on the Ballot, but on All Minds in Haiti

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 04:52 PM PDT

Despite Jean-Bertrand Aristide vow not to insert himself in the country's politics, his re-emergence has made waves.

How Do I Love Thee? Count 140 Characters

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 12:44 PM PDT

Poetry and literature may be flowering in the socially networked, microblogged world of the tweet.

Food Contamination Fears Could Harm Japanese Brands

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 04:01 PM PDT

Japan's list of casualties, already long, could soon include two of the country's iconic brands: sushi and Kobe beef.

Mortar Fire From Hamas, and Israeli Tanks Respond

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 02:38 PM PDT

Hamas militants fired dozens of shells into southern Israel, escalating tensions along the Israel-Gaza border.

Riesch Tops Vonn After Race Is Canceled

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 12:44 PM PDT

Poor conditions forced the cancellation of the season-ending giant slalom race, which gave the women's World Cup overall title to Maria Riesch.

In Yemen, Opposition Encourages Protesters

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 04:17 PM PDT

A show of support came a day after the worst violence by government supporters since the protests began about a month ago.

Euphoric, Egyptians Vote on Future

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 05:49 PM PDT

Egyptians flocked to the polls to vote on a package of constitutional changes.

Amid Crises, Obama Lands in South America

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 12:20 PM PDT

President Obama arrived in Brazil Saturday for his first trip to South America, a five-day tour intended to underscore economic ties to the region.

Japan’s Automakers Expect More Delays

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 06:40 AM PDT

Nissan, Honda and Toyota are all reviewing how they will get back to normal and make up for delays in deliveries overseas.

U.S. Missiles Strike Libyan Air-Defense Targets

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 06:00 PM PDT

American and European forces began strikes against the government of Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi in the largest international military intervention in the Arab world since the invasion of Iraq.

Japan Finds Tainted Food Up to 90 Miles From Nuclear Sites

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 04:00 PM PDT

The government said it had found higher than normal levels of radioactive materials in spinach and milk, the first confirmation that the unfolding nuclear crisis has affected the food supply.

Warren Christopher, Ex-Secretary of State, Dies at 85

Posted: 19 Mar 2011 02:38 PM PDT

Mr. Christopher was secretary of state in President Clinton's first term and the chief negotiator for the 1981 release of American hostages in Iran.