Disappearances In Lebanon Haunt Syrian Activists
Syria’s brutal repression of an anti-government movement that began in March continues — even outside its borders. In neighboring Lebanon, …
Italy’s Growing Debt Woes Have Investors On Edge
The announcement Tuesday that Italy’s Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has offered to resign after his government passes an austerity package …
U.N. Raises Questions On Iran’s Nuclear Program
The International Atomic Energy Agency released its much-anticipated report on Iran’s nuclear program, but failed to conclude definitively that the …
Criminals, Militants Align In Pakistan Kidnappings
In Pakistan, several high-profile kidnappings reveal the cunning of the captors and confusion among police. American aid expert Warren Weinstein …
In Post-Gadhafi Libya, Enmities Continue To Smolder
In Libya’s Nafusa mountains southwest of Tripoli, the sight of abandoned villages and idle fighters hanging onto their weapons gives …
Has Iran Become Less Dangerous?
A report issued Tuesday by the International Atomic Energy Agency presents more evidence than ever before that many aspects of …
Why Italy Is So Scary
Italy crossed into bailout territory today. The interest rate on the country’s 10-year bonds, which has gone through the roof …
GOP: Holder Hearing Leaves Unanswered Questions
Attorney General Eric Holder spent almost three hours on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, getting a grilling from members of the …
Justices Invoke ’1984′ During GPS Case Arguments
George Orwell’s 1984 was very much on the minds of the Supreme Court on Tuesday, as the justices grappled with …
Penn State Abuse Scandal: A Guide And Timeline
Former Penn State defensive coordinator Gerald “Jerry” Sandusky has been charged with sexually abusing eight boys following a grand jury …
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