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Is the World One Poor Harvest Away From Chaos?

In all likelihood, we will see further rises that will take the world into uncharted territory in the relationship between food prices and political stability.READ»

The Global Food Crisis

Even as Americans talk about flab (see July 27), 15% of the world is going hungry and food prices in most developing countries are higher than they were a year ago. Profiteers are a problem; speculation on food prices has replaced ...READ»

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Young Minds vs. Ancient Problems: Imagine Cup 2009 Winners Announced

Got an old problem? Put a young mind to it. Microsoft's Imagine Cup has announced its 2009 winners, with Oregon's MultiPoint Web edging out the other 14 U.S. finalists in a competition with the lofty aim of tackling United Nations ...READ»

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iHungry? Ad Agencies Co-opt Their Own Images

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, right? Check out the clever spin Agencies in Action takes on some of the most iconic advertising imagery of our time. Nike's "Just Do It," Apple's iTunes silhouette, and HSBC's ...READ»

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Innovative Giving: Tyson Foods For Hunger Relief

Tyson Foods donated 100 pounds of food for every comment left in response to its blog posts about hunger. The last entry to our six part series, Innovative Giving.READ»

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Innovative Giving: Gaming For Rice

Free Rice is an interactive online game that allows you become a little bit smarter while also doing the world some good. It's the fourth entry in our six part series, Innovative Giving.READ»