Paradise well and truly lost

Article Abstract:

The Pacific island of Nauru has decayed from a prosperous place to a barren wasteland with a very unhealthy population. Nauru's problems result from government incompetence, the legacy of colonial rule, over-exploitation of phosphate resources, and unsustainable public spending.

Economic aspects, Nauru

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Paradise lost: Hawaii

Article Abstract:

The lucrative tourist industry in Hawaii in beginning to falter as the local economy worsens. The number of mainland visitors dropped by 17% in 1992, while unemployment rose 4.9%. The agricultural industry is in abysmal shape.

Travel industry, Hawaii

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Paradise regained

Article Abstract:

The success of evangelical Christianity in London, England, is examined in detail.

London, England, Religious aspects, Church of England, Evangelicalism

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