PUBLIC MARKS from bhartzer with tag 7

Three decades after its emergence from Mao Zedong’s Cultural Revolution, China has grown from one of the world’s poorest countries to the second most important country on the planet. China’s new position as a superpower, however, is still fragile and it is up to them as well as the United States to handle this shift peacefully. A team of correspondents and guest columnists share their thoughts on China and its new place as a superpower.

From aquamarine Caribbean seascapes to the dramatic Pacific coast, Costa Rica beach destinations are as attractive as they are diverse. Still, not all beaches were created equal, so here is a list of the seven very best.