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Burma Takes on the Generals
In Rangoon, a military regime begins a brutal crackdown on tens of thousands who have for weeks been peacefully demonstrating against the junta's oppressive rule. When will the violence end?
GLOBAL BUSINESS
Selling Steak to China
To satisfy China's hankering for steak, American cowboys are teaching Inner Mongolians a new way to raise cattle
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Buying Back China's Heritage
China's wealthy are buying back the country's heritage at international auctions
Why Some Countries Feast and Others Famine
Some 800 million people don't get enough to eat. One billion are eating too much. What's wrong?
GLOBAL ADVISER
An Eye for Quality (On Show)
The discreet charms of a fine art collection in Zurich
Saharan Staple (The Best Ever ... Couscous)
Take your tastebuds on a magic carpet ride at Paris' Wally le Saharien
A Baltic Bounty (TIME Traveler)
Plenty for everybody at Riga's food market
The Art of Owning Art (Do-It-Yourself)
The more you know, the easier it is to keep your balance in the shifting art market
Feasting with Authors (Amuse-Bouche)
A delicious treat for Russian history enthusiasts