Despite Burmese Reforms, Conflict Continues in Karen State There is a buzz in the air in Burma's Karen state as folks gather for the annual Karen Revolution Day in late January. Unlike the new freedom on display in the nation's capital, people here a...
Supreme Court Justice Continues Equality Fight Only the second woman in U.S. history to serve on the nations highest court, Ruth Bader Ginsburg knew she wanted to be a lawyer by her third year in college. Early inspiration It was during the red scare...
US Troops Leave Iraq, Controversy Over War Continues The war in Iraq lasted nearly nine years and as the remaining U.S. troops pull out of the country, Middle East analysts continue to disagree over the success or failure of the mission. As military...
Egyptians lined up for hours Monday to take part in the nation's first post-revolution parliamentary elections. While logistics for the staggered, three-month process are daunting, so far, voters seemed pleased to be able to make their voices heard....
Platoon Testimony Continues in Afghan Atrocities Case Testimony continues in the military trial, court martial, of American soldier Calvin Gibbs, accused of masterminding war crimes allegedly committed by the platoon he led in Afghanistan. If convict...
Rescue Efforts Continue After Turkey Earthquake Search efforts are continuing in southeastern Turkey for survivors of Sunday's powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake. The number of dead reported has exceeded 200 and the death toll is expected to continue...
EuroUnderFireasDebtCrisisContinues The debt crisis in some countries that use the euro has caused social unrest and speculation that the euros run as a joint currency may be coming to an end. There is a plan in place to solve the problem, but it is n...
The Revolution Continues on Chicago Blues Tribute Album A tribute album to Chicago blues wouldn't be complete without an appearance by two of the city's most beloved bluesmen, Buddy Guy and James Cotton. Both appear on the all-star recording, Chicago...