Russia Misinterprets Cease-Fire and Advances Further Into Georgia

Maybe there was a language barrier of some kind and in Russia "pullback" means "CHARGE!" Who knows.Late yesterday julianw had this to say."In response to strong pressure from various world leaders, President Dmitry Medvedev has vowed to pull Russian forces out of Georgia...

Russia Parades Military Might

It was an eerie sight, I'm sure; Nuclear missile launchers, columns of tanks and thousands of troops marched through Red Square in Russia today. The occasion was to celebrate the 63rd anniversary of the victory...

New Australian leader to refocus foreign policy on first major trip

The new Australian prime minister is begining an 18-day foreign policy trip, keen to draw a stark contrast with his predecessor, particularly with Australia's relationship with the US."New Prime Minister Kevin Rudd left Australia Thursday on his first big overseas trip, armed...

Mexico: Chiapas offers stunning contrasts

"SAN CRISTÓBAL, Mexico – Contrasts are what produce "wow" moments in Chiapas, Mexico's southernmost state.  It's Mexican. But it's really more Mayan. The Spanish were afraid of the jungle and never...

Israel-Palestine Mediation Bush-style

"Mediation Bush-style Bush's visit to Israel was preceded by the seizure of swathes of Palestinian land and the announcement that there will be no halt in settlement building. What hope for negotiations then, asks Saleh Al-Naami Click to view caption OFFICIAL VERSUS POPULAR:...

Brad Will shot at close range, says investigation

Visit my website at www.mexicoreporter.com. "Brad Will shot at close range, says investigation November 4th, 2007 · No Comments The one-year anniversary of the death of Brad Will will be marked today in New York,...

'Gordon to send son to state school'

Sunday, January 14, 2007 Gordon Brown is to send his elder son to a non-denominational state school. The Chancellor's decision contrasts sharply with Tony Blair's educational choices for his family - who went to selective church schools. It will also be seen as a rebuke for...

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