The moment of truth is approaching for the iShares Barclays 20+ Year Treasury Bond (TLT). As interest rates nudge upwards, the price of these long-term government bonds have been falling.

If Fed chief Bernanke can figure out a way to ratchet down interest rates, these bonds could begin to rise again. But he’s painted himself into a corner. Read the full story

Chinese business and social culture are generally very subdued and conservative… and above all, respectful. But students at Peking University in Beijing just couldn’t help themselves this week. Read the full story