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Atlantic Unbound | Archive
Jeffrey Tayler ..... Recent articles by Jeffrey Tayler: South of the CloudsLaid-back and beautiful, Kunming is China’s “City of Eternal Spring.” [Web only: Slideshow: "Temples and Songbirds."] The Travel AdvisoryWhere to stay, where to eat, and what to do in Kunming. Escape to Old RussiaThe Golden Ring, northeast of Moscow, offers a respite from the capital and an immersion in the past. Worse Than Iraq?Nigeria's president and onetime hope for a stable future is leading his country toward implosion—and possible U.S. military intervention. Going CoastalAway from the heat and bustle of Morocco’s historic cities lie some of the friendliest and most tranquil places in North Africa. Challenge MatchHow the former world chess champion Garry Kasparov hopes to unseat President Vladimir Putin. Russia's Holy WarriorsFervently Orthodox, anti-Islamic, and proudly militaristic, the Cossacks are on the rise in Vladimir Putin's new Russia. The Faisal FactorA talk-show host on al-Jazeera targets those he believes are the worst enemies the Arabs have: themselves. Islam Versus the Pleasure PrincipleRussian muftis have condemned the war in Afghanistan, but Tatar Muslims have other things on their minds. Like Mork & Mindy. The Next Threat to NATOThe Baltics are knocking at NATO's door. Don't let them in. Putin's Policy of RealpolitikIn pledging support to the West's fight against terrorism, the Russian leader is advancing the national interest of his country—and hedging his bets. The Caviar ThugsPoverty, corruption, and crime are threatening to destroy a Russian institution. Russia Is FinishedThe unstoppable descent of a once great power into social catastrophe and strategic irrelevance. "Street of Russian Goods Welcome!"In a remote and still-sensitive border region Russians and Chinese are enjoying economic rapprochement. Esteemed Passengers!Searching for equanimity in the skies above Siberia. Transylvania TodayThis part of the world isn't just for Dracula buffs. |
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