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Water, Food Shortages Squeeze Yemen
Already one of the poorest countries by many measures, Yemen — a nation of roughly 22 million people — has been struck by severe droughts and depleted water supplies in recent years. Some Yemenis are calling the situation a potential time bomb.
German Left Courts the Working Class
A new political party in Germany has made saving the working class and the country's welfare system rallying points for attracting votes. Die Linke, or the Left Party, is drawing support from mainstream parties with a radical message.
Fort Hunt GIs Sent WWII POWs Care Packages
The secret packages were part of a highly classified effort to help American POWs escape from their German captors. Inside there were baseballs, pipes and cribbage boards that contained compasses, saws, escape maps and radio transmitters.
Obama Fires Back At McCain
A day after John McCain spoke to the group, Barack Obama addressed the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention in Orlando, Fla. He told McCain to stop questioning his patriotism and character, and he hit the Arizona senator on his support for Iraq and Pakistan.
Psychologists and Guantanamo
Over the weekend, the American Psychological Association debated a resolution that would restrict the role of psychologists in military interrogations at Guantanamo. Two psychologists weigh in.
U.S. Cost Of Living On The Rise
The cost of living is growing at a rate unseen since the early nineties, according to a recent report by the U.S. Department of Labor. And wages aren't keeping up. William Spriggs, professor of Economics at Howard University, explains why the gap between earning and spending power is increasing by so much, and so fast.
U.S. To Build Missiles On Polish Soil
The U.S. and Polish governments have decided to fast-track a missile defense program. The tensions between Georgia and Russia sped the talks that brought about the move. We examine reactions by Russian and European leaders.
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Puerto Rican Residents Look Elsewhere For Opportunities
An increasing number of residents from Puerto Rico -– particularly those with middle class and professional backgrounds— are looking for work in Florida following an economic slowdown in Puerto Rico. Miami Herald reporter Frances Robles, who has been writing about the issue, is joined by marketing professional Xavier Vilaro to discuss the trend. Vilaro recently left Puerto Rico and is currently looking for work in Florida.
Grim Anniversary: Credit Crunch Is 1 Year Old
It was a year ago this week that the global credit crunch began. The mortgage business was struggling with steep losses, and the troubles were spreading throughout the credit markets. Since then, the economy has ground almost to a halt. How much has changed in a year and what's been learned?
Inflation A Growing Threat As Producer Prices Jump
An index tracking prices that companies pay for goods jumped up sharply in July, which means inflation is a growing threat. Meanwhile, the housing market continues to slump, with home-builders sharply cutting back on construction projects.
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FBI Details Science Tying Ivins To Anthrax Mailings
The FBI has revealed new details about the scientific findings that led them to suspect Army scientist Bruce Ivins was responsible for the 2001 anthrax mailings that killed five people. Ivins committed suicide last month. The case against Ivins rests in part on a complex genetic technique.
NATO Ministers Meet On Georgia Conflict
NATO leaders say there will be "no business as usual" with Russia.
Russia Says It's Withdrawing, But Troops Stay Put
Russia and Georgia exchanged prisoners Tuesday, the first sign of efforts to reduce the tension between the two sides after their conflict. Georgia and its Western supporters are still waiting for the promised Russian withdrawal from occupied areas of Georgia, but there are few signs that Russian troops are moving.
U.S. Athletes Shine Golden In Individual Sports
The 11th day of the Olympic Games in Beijing saw Americans take gold medals with individual displays of strength, skill and strategy, while U.S. teams advanced toward their final rounds. U.S. gymnast Shawn Johnson captured her first gold on the balance beam.
'Amenity Migrants' Alter Life In Resort Towns
Summer vacation season is winding down, but desire to move to the beach or the mountains is running strong. An increasing number of people are translating that urge into a reality.
U.S. Shooter Wins Bronze After Rival Fails Drug Test
A few days ago, Jason Turner's hopes for an Olympic medal were dashed by a fourth place finish in the 10-meter air pistol event. But when a North Korean shooter, who finished third, tested positive for a banned substance, Turner moved up to earn the bronze medal.
Russia Feels Slighted As West Fears Its Resurgence
Russian officials have been unapologetic about its actions in Georgia, insisting that Russia has the right to protect its soldiers and those it calls citizens. The country's actions have spurred concerns in the West about a resurgent, muscle-flexing Russia. Russia is vastly more confident — and it feels slighted by the West.
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Georgia, Russia Exchange Prisoners
A prisoner exchange between Georgia and Russia is a sign of both nations' efforts to reduce tension. But Georgia and its Western allies are waiting for Russia to fulfill its promise to withdraw Russian troops from areas of Georgia. Russia has insisted the withdrawal is under way.
Search Is On For Pakistan's Next President
Political leaders in Pakistan are looking for a new president. Pervez Musharraf stepped down Monday to avoid being impeached. The Bush administration — which saw Musharraf as an important ally — is watching the search for a replacement closely. On the streets of Pakistan's cities, though, reaction to his departure is mixed.
Has U.S. Relied Too Much On Musharraf?
Pakistan's outgoing President Pervez Musharraf was a close U.S. ally in the fight against al-Qaida. But critics say the Bush administration relied on him too much, and that he didn't do enough to rein in the Taliban. With Musharraf out, Pakistan is expected to concentrate on preventing extremism inside Pakistan rather than across the border.
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