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The process of reforms was derailed after the 1989 crackdown, Bao said, and is now reformist only in name. China's chief hope for change still lies with grassroots activists around the country, he said.

In an age of science and globalisation, surrogacy should be seen as an opportunity to question patriarchal conceptions of the family and social perceptions of infertility, not deepen ties of blood and inequality.

Israel views Hamas approaching Egypt as an indication that Hamas is feeling pressured and is opting for a diplomatic path to end Israel's military operation in Gaza.

Majiar village has earned the distinction of having a toilet in each household. A mobilisation, which began with one 'Agua Bahini', is now a flourishing people's campaign.

Every New Year's Eve, no matter what the weather, up to a million people crowd Times Square to watch the descent of a giant ball made of crystal and LED lights that sits atop a pole.

Sacramento author Rick Perea asserts that the current mortgage crisis did not result because homeowners are poor money managers or lack the mental capacities to control their mortgage.

There's a little romance on the sly too occasionally, and some comic relief provided by intellectuals who've got lots to say but little to contribute in the way of survival skills.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is likely to have a budget deficit in 2009 despite promises from the government of a balanced budget, ArabianBusiness.com reported.