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Single Power

As the world's largest economy and strongest military, the United States emerged as the single superpower following the Cold War and launched the global War on Terror after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on New York and Washington. Wielding more than just hard power, the US is also a leading entertainment exporter.

'Red Line': The Words That Could Force Obama into War

'Red Line' The Words That Could Force Obama into War

SPIEGEL ONLINE - May 16, 2013

President Obama, usually cautious, has made bold statements on Syria and Iran, but by drawing red lines, he risks being backed into a corner. He could take a lesson from Teddy Roosevelt when it comes to foreign policy. An Essay by Erich Follath more... Forum ]

World From Berlin: 'The West Can No Longer Avoid Reacting'

World From Berlin 'The West Can No Longer Avoid Reacting'

SPIEGEL ONLINE - May 13, 2013

A deadly double bombing in Turkey on Saturday has increased fears that Syria's civil war is spilling over into neighboring countries. It's time for the West to reach a common approach to the conflict, German media commentators say. more... Forum ]

Conspiracy Theories in Kyrgyzstan: Accounts Tie Boston Bombers' Family to Mafia

Conspiracy Theories in Kyrgyzstan Accounts Tie Boston Bombers' Family to Mafia

SPIEGEL ONLINE - May 03, 2013

As law-enforcement officials search for clues about the early life of the Boston Marathon bombers, a number of conspiracy theories are coming to light. Many are based on alleged ties between the men's father and a local mafia boss in Kyrgyzstan. By Marcus Bensmann and Matthias Schepp in Bishkek/Moscow more... Forum ]

'Perpetuating Blight': Deutsche Bank 'Slumlord' Case Going to Trial

'Perpetuating Blight' Deutsche Bank 'Slumlord' Case Going to Trial

SPIEGEL ONLINE - April 25, 2013

Is Deutsche Bank one of the biggest "slumlords" in Los Angeles? The city thinks so, and has brought a lawsuit against the German banking giant that is headed to court now that a dismissal bid was rejected. more... Forum ]

American Psycho: Do Tsarnaev Brothers Represent New Breed of Terrorist?

American Psycho Do Tsarnaev Brothers Represent New Breed of Terrorist?

SPIEGEL ONLINE - April 22, 2013

After last week's terror attacks in Boston, Americans themselves seem to have been surprised by their measured response. The more they get to know about the Tsarnaev brothers, though, the more it will become clear that they will now have to get used to a new breed of terrorist. By Gregor Peter Schmitz more... Forum ]

Poisonous Instructions: FBI Has Recipe for Ricin on Website

Poisonous Instructions FBI Has Recipe for Ricin on Website

SPIEGEL ONLINE - April 17, 2013

The US Capitol was put on high alert after a letter to a senator was found to contain the deadly poison ricin. Days later a German cryptology enthusiast discovered something surprising: The FBI has lightly encrypted instructions on how to make ricin on its website. By Rainer Leurs more...

World from Berlin: US Reaction to Boston Shows 'New Maturity'

World from Berlin US Reaction to Boston Shows 'New Maturity'

SPIEGEL ONLINE - April 17, 2013

America's measured reaction to the deadly bombings at the Boston Marathon has been admirable, German editorialists write on Wednesday. Remaining calm in the face of deep uncertainty is the key to defeating the aims of terrorists, they argue. more... Forum ]

Show of Solidarity: Europe Shocked by Boston Bombings

Show of Solidarity Europe Shocked by Boston Bombings

SPIEGEL ONLINE - April 16, 2013

European leaders on Tuesday offered their condolences to the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings, expressing widespread shock over the attacks. With a number of major sporting events coming up in their own countries, officials are also scrambling to increase security. more... Forum ]

EU Comissioner: Time to Move 'Quicker and Harder' Against Tax Evasion

EU Comissioner Time to Move 'Quicker and Harder' Against Tax Evasion

SPIEGEL ONLINE - April 15, 2013

In a SPIEGEL interview, European Union Tax Commissioner Algirdas Semeta discusses the post-"Offshore Leaks" debate on fighting tax havens and why he believes cooperation and information exchange between the United States and Europe could create the global standard. more... Forum ]

From Bombs to Obama: Germany's Complicated Love of America

From Bombs to Obama Germany's Complicated Love of America

SPIEGEL ONLINE - April 05, 2013

The US has had an enormous influence on postwar Germany, from pop culture to politics. But as America's focus turns away from Europe toward Asia, a museum in Bonn is taking stock of how that relationship has fared over the years. By Josh Ward in Bonn more... Forum ]

 
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