Thursday, 10 April 2008

Using English

This is a good site. Simply put. Lots of resources for students and instructors.

http://www.usingenglish.com/

Rice Cost Creating Fears of Asia Unrest

Recently availability of food is becoming a broader issue. Staples such as rice and bananas are becoming more and more expensive.

Business / World Business
High Rice Cost Creating Fears of Asia Unrest
By KEITH BRADSHER
Published: March 29, 2008
The price of rice, a staple in the diets of nearly half the world’s population, has almost doubled on international markets.