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Polishing up his Escutcheon
Bill Clinton鈥檚 recent treaty summits look to Alistair Cooke like a quick legacy polish.
Diet, Longevity and a Custard Pie
To eat meat, or to not eat meat? Alistair Cooke finds out the perfect diet for longevity.
A Giant Step for Womankind
Union resistance to trading with China, reminds Mr Cooke of the invention of dishwashers.
Historic Turning Points
Alistair Cooke recalls when the private life of a politician was a taboo topic.
The China Bill and other Kickshaws
Alistair Cooke reflects on China's trading privileges and a law against sizeism.
The Outrageous David Merrick
Alistair Cooke remembers the colourful life of American theatre character David Merrick.
A Sordid Struggle
Alistair Cooke examines the legal battle fought by Cuban Elian Gonzalez for asylum.
Cycle of Boom and Bust
After a stock exchange drop of 600 points, Alistair Cook remembers other booms and busts.
The Year of the Census
Alistair Cooke examines whether questions on the US census invade individuals' privacy.
Never-failing, Ever-soaring, High-flying, Hi-techs
Alistair Cook wonders what alternative sources will be found to create energy.