An ex-con lends money to people in need; a group of friends creates a savings club. Even without banks, people often figure out how to get the money they need, when they need it. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us News
Afghan troops hold their ground at high cost
April 27, 2013 By Leave a Comment
FORWARD OPERATING BASE CONNOLLY, Afghanistan (AP) — The Americans could be spotted waiting for the Chinooks in the 2 a.m. darkness only by the shape of their night-vision goggles, as they shared a cigarette with glowing embers in quick drags among the kneeling assaulters in the chilled dark. Top Headlines
Egyptian Activists Say Their Religion Isn’t Your Business
April 27, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Violence between Muslims and Christians in Egypt, which has only increased since the revolution, is prompting public debate about religious identity. To try to ease tension and de-emphasize differences, one group of young Egyptians wants to remove religious labels from national ID cards. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us News
Early Thinking: Boston Suspects Were Working On Their Own
April 23, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev remains hospitalized. Investigators say he has been giving them some information. The picture of what he and his brother Tamerlan allegedly did, though, could change as the investigation continues. Tamerlan is dead. Dzhokhar could get the death penalty if convicted. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us News
With Heat rolling, Lakers recall their record run
March 20, 2013 By Leave a Comment
With Withdrawal Looming, U.S. Troops Shift Their Aim
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With Withdrawal Looming, U.S. Troops Shift Their Aim
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Want to Find Aliens? Look For Their Detritus
March 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Israel Restores Wetlands; Birds Make It Their Winter Home
February 24, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Teens Find The Right Tools For Their Social-Media Jobs
There was a time — a time long, long ago — when MySpace dominated the teen social-media world. Not anymore. NPR’s Sami Yenigun looks at how teenagers use various social platforms in today’s increasingly segmented online universe. » E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us Opinion