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Venture Philanthropy

Paul Solman discovers a new breed of philanthropist.

Military Won’t Interfere in Belgrade Protests

While anti-Milosevic protesters continue to swarm the streets of Belgrade, the country's military says it's staying put in its barracks.

World Leaders Respond to Belgrade Protests

As hundreds of thousands of protesters took over the parliament building in Belgrade, President Clinton and other leaders called on Slobodan Milosevic to step down.

13 Suspected Terrorists Arrested in Jordan

Thirteen people suspected of conspiring with indicted terrorist Osama bin Laden to plan attacks on Americans were arrested in Jordan, U.S. officials announced today.

Delegates Reflect After WTO Talks Break Down

Though they came to Seattle with great expectations, members of the World Trade Organization made few compromises and deepened many divisions during last week's conference.

Agendas Clash As Trade Talks Begin

Although the protests outside the World Trade Organization's summit in Seattle have quieted, tensions among the conference's 135 member countries continue to rise.

Agendas Clash As Trade Talks Begin

After two days of protests slowed the beginning of the World Trade Organization's summit, troubles in the talks are now coming from inside the Seattle delegation.

Police Beef Up Security for WTO Summit

After the World Trade Organization canceled its opening ceremony yesterday due to protests, Seattle police say today heightened security will ensure trade talks get back on schedule.

Police Clash With WTO Protesters

Police used tear gas and batons to disperse demonstrators trying to block the start of the World Trade Organization conference in Seattle.

Protests Cause Delay in Trade Summit

Security worries surrounding the World Trade Organization meeting caused a four-and-a-half hour delay in pre-conference activities Monday.