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Profiles Gustav Stresemann, a Chancellor of Germany in the Weimar era. Role of Stresemann in the political recovery of Germany; Political career; Achievements in life; Views on liberalism and nationalism; Information on his death.

Assesses the career and motives of Gustav Stresemann, Germany's leading statesman of the 1920s. Background; Political development; Role as foreign minister of the Weimar Republic; Analysis of two key thoughts on his foreign policy: Goals of a peaceful Europe, or the step-by-step revival of Germany.

Examines the origins and significance of the Hossbach Memorandum, the document which has been claimed as the premeditated masterplan of German dictator Adolf Hitler for European domination. Issues over the authenticity of the document; How the resignation of Hitler's economics minister Hjalmar Schacht influenced his unexpected statement; Reasons of Hitler for changing his views on relations with Great Britain.

The article deals with the geographical knowledge of Jesuit missionaries and explorers. The Jesuits were ordered to observe in their travels, by sea and by land, the longitudes of the chief places, the declinations and variations of the needle, and all that can serve to certify and improve our charts and navigation. The vast majority of Jesuit explorers were also missionaries, of course. Their discoveries were, so to speak, a byproduct of their evangelical work. But that hardly lessened the impact of their achievements.

An excerpt from the book "The Ambassadors: From Ancient Greece to the Nation State," by Jonathan Wright is presented. INSET: Gifts from the great unknown.

Reports that the `estrogen' replacement most doctors prescribe for menopausal and premenopausal women is a pill known as conjugated equine estrogens (CEE). Premarin, as the best known brand of CEE; Symptoms of menopause; Disadvantages of using CEE; Estrogenic effects produced by Premarin; Health risks of Premarin.

Presents letters to the editor referencing articles and topics discussed in previous issues. "Grizzlies on Ice," which focused on grizzly bears; "Trouble Flows North," which discussed the flooding problem in the community around Devils Lake in North Dakota; "A Late Great Lake?" which featured a story on Lake Erie.

A letter to the editor is presented in response to an article in the February 3, 2007 issue.

Presents letters to the editor referencing articles and topics discussed in previous issues of the periodical "Men's Health." "The Warrior Syndrome," which discussed the post-traumatic stress disorder suffered by soldiers; "Escape the Stress Trap," which focused on stress; "While You Lay Sleeping," which discussed examinations conducted on anesthetized patients.

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Winds of Change," published in the June 7, 2014.

This article discusses the need for occupational health practitioners in Great Britain to become aware of legislation that covers employee rights when dealing with patient data. It explores the two main components to occupational health records, transferable information and the confidential clinical record. A description of the Access to Medical Reports Act is included.

The article discusses the role of English universities in producing enterprise and employment opportunities for economic growth in Great Britain. It cites how universities in the U.S. are referred to as "anchor institutions" because of their role in creating jobs, attracting business, and forming community links. In comparison, public sector cuts in Great Britain are reported to lead to an increase in graduate unemployment. Focus on enterprise, skills and links with local businesses is advised.

Reports that a record for distance travelled by a snake in a single season has been set by a Canadian prairie rattlesnake. Progression of the snake's journey; Hypotheses as to why the snake travelled so far.