Government Inc.
New WTO negotiations, but the harmonisation of national regulations deals a blow to democracy. Marco Visscher

Size six: The Western women's harem
Fatema Mernissi was born in a harem, but her female counterparts in the West suffer an even harsher fate. An eye-opening new perspective on gender roles and the male-domination of the multi-billion dollar fashion industry. Fatema Mernissi

Argument 1: Clean air
Every dollar invested to limit air pollution saves US$10 in healthcare costs. A car powered by hydrogen only emits water vapour: no pollution.

Argument 2: Economic impulse
The advent of the hydrogen car could prompt a wave of automobile sales comparable to the rapid spread of the mobile telephone. This innovation, which is associated with an important technological breakthrough, will provide an economic impulse.

Argument 3: Security
Wealth in the modern world is based on oil. As a result, oil creates conflicts. Hydrogen doesn't have to be stolen; it is not a source of power struggles. Hydrogen is everywhere.

Argument 4: Division of wealth
Hydrogen will not only supply the rich with energy. The same hydrogen fuel cell that provides power to a house in New York will also supply energy for a hut in a Delhi suburb.

Argument 5: Democratic energy
Every car, home or landowner will become an electricity producer at the same time. Away with dependence on oil and electricity companies!

Argument 6: Global warming
Finally, there is global warming, not the most powerful argument for launching the hydrogen economy. However, there is no disputing that climate change is responsible for numerous natural disasters. An economy based on hydrogen doesn't have that problem.

High on hydrogen
It is possible, it is necessary: six arguments for a fast energy revolution. Jurriaan Kamp

On to the hydrogen economy with seven-league strides
While politicians and oil companies speak of the need for fresh billion-dollar investments, Amory Lovins points the way to the hydrogen economy with the help of existing means and technology, and within existing investment budgets.

The abundance of H2
... and a bit of chemistry. Hydrogen for dummies.

Mended minds
'Modern' afflictions like stress, fatigue, depression and hyperactivity can affect the brain. Martin Wuttke has developed a training program that helps harmonise brain frequencies. His treatment removes most of the static so that the brain can heal. A conversation with a pioneer. Tijn Touber

Food for optimists
For more and more people the unending stream of media reports on failures, frauds, violence, setbacks and frustration has become a source of growing discomfort. But optimism can still triumph over cynicism. A practical guide for those who want to stay optimistic and healthy. Peggy O’Mara

Less perspiration, more inspiration
Living effortlessly is not only more pleasurable, it is also more rewarding. Tijn Touber's column. Tijn Touber

Migrate or die
A critical review of the Western fear of foreigners. This month's guest columnist: Kamila Shamsie.

Pure gold
British chocolate maker stimulates fair trade and organic cocoa production.

Sowing the seeds of autism
Increasing evidence is linking autism and vaccinations. Are vaccines making our children autistic?

'We can do it better ourselves'
Argentina's bankruptcy victims are now its main job creators.