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Q&A: China's economy has hit a speed bump — and that matters even in Chicago

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ChicagoGlobal by H. Lee Murphy

Freshly returned from a trip to China, three local execs share impressions on the current state of U.S. relations there — and what that country's recent downturn means for Chicago's economy.

A person wearing gloves and a hairnet working in a factory line
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Global Economy

Most Americans Supported Talks with Iran Prior to Hamas Attacks

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Running Numbers by Karl Friedhoff

But public opinion has likely shifted following Hamas' attacks on Israel.

ran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, left, meets with Ismail Haniyeh, one of the Palestinian militant group Hamas leaders in Doha
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US Foreign Policy

'It made me scared of camels': The Music Box Theatre brings international horror to Chicago

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ChicagoGlobal by AJ Caughey

The Music Box Theatre brings international horror films to Chicago because they can make you terrified of things you didn't know you could be afraid of. Curators think audiences' shrieks, shouts, and screams bring people and cultures together.

The historic Music Box Theatre marquee
AJ Caughey
Global Cities

Most Americans Say Israel’s Military Response Is Justified but Sympathize with Both Sides

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Running Numbers by Coauthors

Overall, Americans say the status quo between Israelis and Palestinians is unacceptable.

Israel supporters hold up flags as they demonstrate across 42nd Street from Palestinian supporters
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Global Politics

Are Global Food and Water Demands on a Collision Course?

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Global Food for Thought by Michael Tiboris

The world is facing three global water crises—it's imperative that we respond to them.

An Indian woman carries saplings on her head as she works in a paddy field on the outskirts of Gauhati, India.
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Food and Agriculture

Professional cricket has come to the U.S. and Chicago is ready to host a team

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ChicagoGlobal by Jack Grieve

Major League Cricket is the country's first professional-level league for the world's second-most popular sport, and Chicago could eventually host a team.

In-motion image of a person walking in front of a wall listing professional cricket teams
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Global Economy

Ten Commandments for a Digital City

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Global Insight by Coauthors

The digital revolution is rapidly transforming cities, and a new vision and set of protocols is needed for them to leverage the promises of connectivity.

AI tech city landscape. Global Cities

Europeans and Chicagoans are both tired of stolen bikes. A Midwestern Marine found a solution.

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ChicagoGlobal by AJ Caughey

Midwest biking activists are using a grassroots strategy to highlight the lack of secure bike infrastructure in the region.

Illustration of valet parking for bikes
Elizabeth Sokolich
Global Cities

Why global architecture buffs are hurrying to Columbus, Indiana. Really.

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ChicagoGlobal by Edward Keegan

Sure, Chicago is a must-see stop for visitors seeking out a taste of Midwest design. But a new exhibition makes a pretty compelling case that architecture aficionados would be wise to put this central Indiana town on their itinerary, too.

Driving into the center of Columbus, Ind., over the the Robert N. Stewart Bridge reveals a view of the Bartholomew County Courthouse and First Christian Church.
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Global Economy

Runners from more than 140 countries participated in the Chicago Marathon

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ChicagoGlobal by Nicole L. Cvetnic

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon continues to generate significant economic benefits for Chicago, thanks to its unique characteristics and international reputation.

Start of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon
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Global Cities