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Russia: Under a War Cloud
Chechnya is fast becoming a dangerous political minefield for Russia's acting President, Vladimir Putin

Viewpoint: The two faces of post-Yeltsin Russia

Germany: Heavily Taxed
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder faces criticism over his proposed tax reforms

Norway: A Nordic Nightmare
Two trains collide head-on in Norway, leaving 19 dead and many unanswered questions

Croatia: Croatia Votes For Change
Tudjman's death prompts electoral rout for his party

A F R I C A

Ivory Coast: For the General Good
Citizens of Ivory Coast hope their new military leader will restore democracy

Y O U R   M O N E Y

On the Right Track?
The popularity of index tracker funds has sparked debate among investors

S C I E N C E

Time Travelers on Ice
Kew Gardens' new seed bank

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