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Can Olympians bank their gold?
Olympic heroes Michael Phelps and Usain Bolt are set to make their fortunes after Beijing, but spare a thought for the winners of the other 293 gold medals. Full Article
Russia on the radar
The most pressing foreign policy problem for the next White House occupant used to be Iraq and Afghanistan. Now a resurgent Russia has propelled itself to the top of the next president's agenda. Full Article
Russia smashes Georgian army
A roll of explosions at a Russian-occupied military base this week sent a clear Kremlin message to Georgia about the frailty of its infant military and its prospects for NATO membership. Full Article
Recession risks rising
The economy is increasingly likely to slide into recession in the coming months as the recent drivers of growth fade, while the job and housing markets worsen. Full Article
From stem cells to "blood farms"
Embryonic stem cells can be used to grow vats of red blood cells, which could lead to the creation of "farms" that could provide limitless sources of blood, researchers say. Full Article
2008 Beijing Olympics
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IOC: Please protest
The governing Olympics body said it wants official protest parks in Beijing actually used. Full Article
Day 11 highlights
A look at the memorable moments from day 11 of the Olympics. Slideshow
Thorpe proven wrong
Swimmer Ian Thorpe thought nobody could win eight golds at a single Olympics. Video
Ready, set ...
Stocks look set to rise after sharp losses a day earlier but oil's resurgence could dent optimism.
Morning Call: Gains at the open Full Coverage | Video
Insight (1/4)
No Olympic glory for equity markets
Inspiring Olympic performances have yet to make a dent in the impermeable bearishness that grips global markets. Full Article
Steady course
Although its shares are mired near multiyear lows, Bristol-Myers Squibb may be well advised to avoid drastic changes in its overall business strategy as it bids for ImClone Systems. Full Article
Lights are on but...
The second half of 2008 looks like it will put the "self-reinforcing" into "self-reinforcing credit spiral." Full Article | More Columns
A primer for Gen Y
Gen Y seems like a savvy and entrepreneurial generation that can capitalize on what it already knows to get ahead. Here's how to get started. Full Article | More Columns
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Conflict in Georgia
Latest news on the conflict in South Ossetia, a breakaway region of Georgia. Full Coverage
Election 2008
The latest stories from the campaign trail on the road to the White House. Full Coverage
Dance of the White Brotherhood
The White Brotherhood is an international religious movement based in Bulgaria which emphasizes brotherly love, a healthy diet and living in harmony with nature.
Egypt's parliament burns
Aug 20 - Firefighters tackle the flames at the 19th century Egyptian parliament building in Cairo. Play Video
