This discussion group will review political, economic, ecological, cultural and technological news and trends from the world press. Sources of information include BBC and The Guardian (UK), Der Spiegel (Germany), Le Monde Diplomatique (France), NHK World (Japan), Global Times (China), RIA Novosti (Russia), Defend Democracy Press (Greece), Cape Times (South Africa), The Australian (Australia) and The Santiago Times (Chile). Our basic objectives are to learn more about events and trends in other countries/regions and to learn what the world thinks about our own country. Discussions will be oriented to the interests of class members. Participants should plan to read and think about the assigned articles prior to each class. Online article links will be provided, so an email account and home internet connectivity are necessary.