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In your book, you refer to the U.S. and Europe as "twins keen to differentiate themselves." Why are we so intent on being different? It has to do with domestic politics. Anti-Europeanism exists in America, but it's a relatively minor aspect of the political discourse. Generally speaking, America...
China, for its part, has been reluctant to take up those new responsibilities. The late paramount leader Deng Xiaoping once admonished his countrymen to "disguise their ambitions and hide their claws." It was useful advice for a country trying to pull itself out of decades of war and chaos. But...
To be fair, owning a BlackBerry or an iPhone does not automatically destroy the spontaneity in one’s life. In many cases, it can actually be very useful. Imagine a busy painting. It is full of detail and inordinately cluttered; the number of elements it tries to encompass...
I’m not advocating smashing your BlackBerries and iPhones upon the completion of this article, but it is worth reflecting on how much of your life depends on the technology. Consider whether you are addicted to your BlackBerry. Think about your mental health and whether a gadget will...
In addition to its historical significance, water on the moon holds prospects for the future. If humans are ever going to establish a long-term presence on the moon, they will need water to drink, and tapping a local supply would be a lot more convenient than lugging it from...