Sunday, September 16, 2012

Sunday afternoon roundup

Corruption in India inspires as much shock as gambling in a casino. In China, a local official's collection of luxury watches sparks ire.

Why does the world have to lose Ambassador Stevens?

Oh, ironic timing: Salman Rushdie's memoir is published, and Jonathan Yardley says it's worth every page.

A new book on the bloody history of bananas appears to be poorly sourced.

The claims and content of Hanna Rosin's attention-grabbing book are poorly argued and shoddily substantiated.

Charity could use a new business model. And less telemarketing.

Can interpartisan relationships work?

Drivers and cyclists can and must coexist.

This goes for more than couples, to all relationships: it's important to manage your divergent communication preferences.

Ooh, color blocking and stripes.

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