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This article addresses air travel security after British officials foiled what appears to have been a plot to blow up as many as 10 United States-bound passenger jets with liquid explosives hidden in carry-on luggage. The author considers the dilemma of determining how security officials should respond to terrorism plots: by taking reflexive action regardless of the probability of a repeated attempt or by taking stock of probable risk and the cost of safety.

Comments on the impact of the July 7, 2005 London subway bombings on the War on Terrorism. Portrait of the organization of terrorist activities under Al Qaeda; Impact of the U.S.-led War on Terrorism on Al Qaeda's organization and leadership; Influence of the London bombings on the world's understanding of Al Qaeda's actions and goals; Argument that Europe has become a central focus of both terrorist activity and counterterrorism efforts; Changes in the organizational behavior of terrorist groups since the capture of key leaders in Afghanistan and Iraq; Discussion of the impact of the Iraq War on the prevention of terrorism worldwide.

Focuses on terrorist attacks in London, England in which subways and commuter buses were bombed on July 7, 2005. Report that the attack, which was the largest in London since World War II, killed at least 49 and injured 700; Description of the initial investigations by police and forensics experts; Claim of responsibility for the attack by a group connected to Al Qaeda, who cited retaliation for Great Britain's support of U.S.-led wars in Iraq and Afghanistan; Suspicion of investigators that British Moroccans tied to Al Qaeda were behind the bombings; Potential links between the bombing and London and the bombing of trains Madrid, Spain, in March, 2004; Details of Great Britain's policies in the War on Terrorism. INSET: DEADLY COMMUTE.

This article examines aspects of the health care systems of European countries including Denmark, Germany, and France as a means of suggesting effective changes to American health care policy that could be implemented by the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama. Topics discussed include the computerization of medical records in Denmark, chronic disease-management programs in Germany, and the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) in Great Britain.

The article presents a profile of the prime minister of Great Britain, Gordon Brown. His interest in 18th century economist Adam Smith, who was a fellow alumnus of Brown's high school, is discussed. Brown is quoted commenting on his regard for the United States, to which he plans to make an official diplomatic visit, and where he has often vacationed.

The article reports on the terrorist attacks in Istanbul, Turkey. Rather than being defeated by the U.S.-led war on terrorism, Islamic militants seem to be methodically widening their holy war against the U.S. and its allies. Turkey made an obvious target. The British-owned HSBC bank and the building that houses the office of the British consul general in Istanbul were the target of terrorist bombings. Politicians and experts in the U.S., Great Britain and Turkey were quick to lay the blame on the al-Qaeda group.

Reports that police in London, England located a suspected al-Qaeda laboratory that contained traces of the poison ricin. Six North Africans who were taken into custody under the Terrorism Act of 2000; Charges against Mustapha Taleb, Mouloud Feddag, Sidali Feddag and Samir Feddag for chemical weapons production and terrorism offenses; Amount of ricin needed to kill a human being; Two alleged terrorists that are missing; Fears that the missing terrorists could launch a ricin strike; Anxiety in Britain about terrorism; Historical uses of ricin to kill in Great Britain; Possibility that some of the alleged terrorists are members of the so-called Chechen Islamists.

The article discusses the emergence of women on the boards of directors of European companies. It focuses on international lawyer Noëlle Lenoir, a highly-accomplished professional and board member of the insurance group Generali. Survey statistics are provided on women board members in several European countries and Norway is noted for having enacted a quota on women directorships. European-workplace gender imbalances are attributed to historical social and cultural norms. Boardrooms in the U.S. and Great Britain are said to be better-balanced with respect to gender composition.

This article examines aspects of the health care systems of European countries including Denmark, Germany, and France as a means of suggesting effective changes to American health care policy that could be implemented by the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama. Topics discussed include the computerization of medical records in Denmark, chronic disease-management programs in Germany, and the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) in Great Britain.

This article considers counter-terrorism security challenges faced by Britain. More than any other nation in the developed world, it encounters the greatest flow of extremist information and ideologies transmitted from Pakistan-based radicals. The article raises concern over the susceptibility of Britain's Muslim community to ideas of radical extremism, particularly following the arrests of 24 of its members believed to be behind the plot to explode airliners bound for the United States.

Focuses on protests in Great Britain over the rising prices on gasoline as of September, 2000. Description of the protest during which people blockaded refineries and emptied filling stations; Decision of protesters to stop their gas embargo before it caused damage; Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries' (OPEC) role in the raising of prices following a near bankruptcy; Expectation of protesters that British Prime Minister Tony Blair will do something to relieve the high prices.

The article reports that the Metropolitan Police Service (the Met) of London, England has an excellent international reputation but faces some public relations problems in its own country as of 2008. The history of the Met, also known as Scotland Yard, is discussed. Topics include the rate of stabbings and murdered teenagers in London, as well as the Met's counterterrorist work.

Focuses on security measures for nuclear power plants in the U.S. and other countries. Report by the British government that between 2003-04, nuclear power plant security was breached 40 times; Establishment of the Civil Nuclear Constabulatory by the British government after September 11, 2001, to provide armed guards to power plants; Criticism of the recruitment of armed guards at Japanese power plants; Plans of Germany to obscure their power plants with fog machines, which it abandoned when it realized that, in the event of an attack, the fog would obstruct rescue workers.

Focuses on the debate over whether U.S. officials should be forthcoming about how they came by intelligence on possible terrorist attacks and what they are doing about it. Views of Israeli and French security officials; Why the Shin Bet, Israel's internal security service, does not publicize threats unless it has solid evidence of an impending strike; Examples of counterproductive results when information got out; The British approach; Comments of terrorism experts.

Discusses the European efforts to increase antiterrorism efforts in response to the commuter-train bombings in Madrid, Spain. How 3 suspects responsible for the bombings blew themselves up in a standoff with Spanish police; Identification of Tunisian Sarhane Ben Abdelmajd Fakhet as a coordinator of the bombings; Detainment of eight terrorist suspects by police officers in London, England; Arrest of 54 suspected members of the Revolutionary People's Liberation Party/Front in Turkey and other European nations.

Reports on the war on terrorism in Europe and concerns for safety in the holiday season. Arrest of Saajid Badat in London for alleged conspiracy with shoe-bombing Richard Reid; Arrest in Germany of Mohammed L. who is suspected of having dispatched a dozen radicals from Germany to Iraq to carry out suicide attacks; Action by Syria of handing over 22 suspect sought by Turkey in connection with the November bombings; Arrest by French police of four suspects; Britain which is on its second highest terrorism alert following important police operations underway; Fear that jihadists will strike in the holiday season.

Reports that the political and economic fallout that was created by the British beef scare has shaken European unity. How European Union (EU) partners view crisis; Reference to much of the friction being between Great Britain and Germany; Claims made by Germany; Euro-reimbursement sought by Britain for cost of herd disposal; Government's plans to slaughter and burn 4.6 million head of cattle.

Focuses on the increasing market share of football teams on the stock market of Great Britain. Increase in the value of stocks in all traded soccer clubs in 1996; Strategies adopted by television companies to capitalize with the opportunity brought about by the market share of football teams; Aggressive shopping spree of English teams on the international market.

This article reports that a German economic stimulus plan enacted in January, 2009 that provides car owners with a 3,172 dollar rebate when they trade in older automobiles for newer models boosted automobile sales in the country. The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) announced a 21 percent increase in the number of automobiles sold in February, 2009 as compared to a year earlier. Similar incentives in countries such as China, France, and Great Britain are discussed.

The article presents information on the steps taken by Great Britain to maintain internal security after the terrorist attacks in July 2005. Britain is still struggling with the big question of how it developed a homegrown jihadist enemy in the first place. Hoping to crack down on extremists, Prime Minister Tony Blair announced new laws and regulations to deport and exclude foreigners who incite or abet terror.

The article focuses on controversy regarding a referendum on the European Union constitution. Prime minister of Great Britain, Tony Blair, has backed the referendum. This controversy might risk Blair's premiership and drag him out from the office. There are lots of speculations over the victory of Blair in the upcoming elections.

Discusses the public unrest over the actions of British Prime Minister Tony Blair to support a referendum to the E.U. constitution. How Blair's decision creates problems for other European countries such as France who believed they could veto a treaty that requires approval by all 25 members; Consideration of how public polls indicate British skepticism towards the policies of the E.U.; Efforts to streamline E.U. procedures to avoid gridlock during its expansion to include 25 members; Policies on tax rates and foreign and defense policy; Criticism of Blair from Conservative leader Michael Howard. INSET: THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE.

The article discusses the controversy over the information which mentioned that Iraqi President Saddam Hussein sought yellowcake uranium from Niger. The information, which became primary justification for Iraq War, was wrong as suggested by the British-supplied intelligence. British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw declined to name the two nations which had provided Great Britain with its yellowcake evidence. Press reports in Great Britain identified these nations as France and Italy.

Discusses the challenge that British Prime Minister Tony Blair faces for persuading European countries that cooperating with the U.S. is important for global stability. Details of a meeting between Blair and Russian President Vladimir Putin; Decision of France, Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg to create a non-North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) European military force; Effects of the war in Iraq on Europe-U.S. relations; Position of German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder regarding France and the U.S.; Relationship between French President Jacques Chirac and Blair; Relations between U.S. President George W. Bush and Blair.

Reports that Prime Minister Tony Blair of Great Britain has announced tighter antiterrorism legislation to strengthen powers to freeze terrorist funds and to detain, deport, and extradite suspects. Concerns of civil libertarians; Suspected terrorists who have lived in England, including Zacarias Moussaoui and Djamel Beghal; Center of Islamic extremism at the Finsbury Park mosque, led by cleric Abu Hamza al-Marsi; Increased security the result of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and pressure from other European countries.

Focuses on the impact of Britain's foot-and-mouth outbreak, as of March 26, 2001. How the infection has spread from Britain's Northumberland to Ireland and France; Destruction of livestock to curb the spread of the disease; Mention of import bans on livestock, meat and dairy products.

Reports France's continued ban on British beef products in light of a decision by the European Commission's Scientific Steering Committee that safety concerns about the beef are not justified. Effects of the European Union on commerce; Prevalence of bovine spongiform encephalopathy in British cattle; Scientific analysis; Prediction that France will lift the ban.

The author focuses on the ratification of the Lisbon Treaty, which creates the European Union positions of President of the European Council and a foreign ministership. Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair is seen as the front runner for the position of President. The author discusses British opposition to the appointment of Blair. Alternative candidates, such as Jan Peter Balkenende of the Netherlands, are mentioned.

Focuses on security measures for nuclear power plants in the U.S. and other countries. Report by the British government that between 2003-04, nuclear power plant security was breached 40 times; Establishment of the Civil Nuclear Constabulatory by the British government after September 11, 2001, to provide armed guards to power plants; Criticism of the recruitment of armed guards at Japanese power plants; Plans of Germany to obscure their power plants with fog machines, which it abandoned when it realized that, in the event of an attack, the fog would obstruct rescue workers.

Focuses on the debate over whether U.S. officials should be forthcoming about how they came by intelligence on possible terrorist attacks and what they are doing about it. Views of Israeli and French security officials; Why the Shin Bet, Israel's internal security service, does not publicize threats unless it has solid evidence of an impending strike; Examples of counterproductive results when information got out; The British approach; Comments of terrorism experts.

Reports that British authorities filed charges of conspiracy to produce a chemical weapon against a group of Islamists,. Arrest of Rabah Kadre, who is suspected of having directed al-Qaeda's European networks; Possibility that Abu Hamza will lose his British passport; Arrest of North Africans in Spain; Possibility that Barcelona is a point of passage for jihadists moving between Europe and Chechnya.

Evaluates the decision of British visual-effects company, the Mill, to withdraw from the business. Film unit of Mill that helped Britain to rival Hollywood; Opinion of chief executive officer Robin Shenfield that the company cannot afford the expansion needed to compete; Intentions of the Mill to concentrate on its advertising business.

Reports that Abu Qatada, who is considered the spiritual leader and possible master of the European network of al-Qaeda, is missing. Confiscation of the passport of Qatada by authorities in Great Britain; Terrorism-related crimes of Qatada in Jordan; Belief that Qatada is being hidden by British intelligence services in Britain.

Discusses the prevention by the British High Court of the extradition of Rachid Ramda, who is wanted by France on charges of financing and directing the 1995 Paris Métro bombing campaign. Belief that the threat of retaliation against Britain from the Armed Islamic Group prevented it from allowing his extradition; Idea that Britain is preventing Ramda from being brought to justice in France.

Reports that Algerian extremists in Great Britain may have provided support for al-Qaeda terrorist operations. Number of Algerians arrested in Great Britain in connection with terrorist activities; Charges against Algerians Baghdad Meziane and Brahim Benmerzouga, who are suspecting of having links to al-Qaeda; Why French intelligence services are not surprised about the British-Algerian connection.

Reports on foreign regulations of Hollywood-made films and videos. Outlawing of Oliver Stone's `Natural Born Killers'; Suspension of the television series `Mighty Morphin Power Rangers'; Efforts to link violence in real life; Censorship in Great Britain; Suggestions on the access of violent television programs.

Reports on British analysts' concern about the financial status of advertising agency WPP Group PLC. Doubts of the capability of WPP to cover covenants in loan agreements; Worsening condition of the advertising industry; Negotiation of WPP with U.S. and British banks.