A piece of the rock: can companies lay claim to orbiting asteroids?

Article Abstract:

Some space business enterprises are planning to lay claims to near-Earth asteroids in order to exploit their mineral wealth. There are existing treaties, however, recognized by the UN which prohibits the privatization of celestial bodies.

Interpretation and construction, Planning, Economic aspects, Laws, regulations and rules, Outer space, Space business enterprises, Asteroids, Right of property, Property rights

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Suburbia goes global

Article Abstract:

Suburbs are becoming increasingly popular with immigrants but their entry into the affluent suburban areas popular with whites is difficult. Issues concerning the movement of ethnic populations from urban centers to suburbs is discussed.

Social aspects, Immigrants, Suburban life

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The end of sprawl?

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the action of voters in Loudoun County, VA, who have installed eight candidates opposed to urban sprawl on the Loudoun County Board of Commissioners.

Virginia, Column, Political aspects, City planning, Urban planning, Loudoun County, Virginia

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