Meltdown
No ice at the North Pole?
It's even money that this will be the first ice-free summer atop the world since records have been kept, a scientist warns.
Headaches
Easter Island's statues threatened
The allure of the mysterious island off Chile draws so many tourists, its gigantic stone heads are in danger.
Strength
Great Games beyond a shadow
China has worked hard to ensure the Beijing Olympics are a hit — including seeding clouds and erecting a standout stadium.
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