1The Burning Brides Bride burning remains commonplace in some parts of India. The Indian Government is trying to stamp it out, but traditions die hard. The women's movement in India, though small, is vocal and very angry.

2Allah in Godzone There has been a dramatic international resurgence of the Islamic faithful in the past decade. New Zealand Muslims have been a tiny community, but they are now preparing to enlarge their role within New Zealand society. How do they fit into a fundamentally Christian society such as New Zealand?

3The Abortion Pill French scientists have developed a pill (RU486) that will actually cause an abortion. It is not yet on the market, but scientists say it would be simpler and safer than the contraceptive pill.