Children at breaking point: Knives, guns, bullies...a shocking look at growin...

"The rights of a generation of children in Britain are being eroded by poverty, unhappiness and fear of crime, the largest report on the state of childhood in six years reveals.EducationMore than 78 per cent of children surveyed said they get stressed, mainly because of...

Press Freedom Report Paints Grim Picture for Latin America

"Press Freedom Report Paints Grim Picture for Latin America November 22, 2007 · No Comments Journalists in Latin America continue to be the victims of murders, threats and harassment when investigating sensitive subjects such as corruption and drug trafficking, according to...

China Toy Recalls Hit Barbie

Though Barbie herself is not deemed unsafe, perhaps neighborhood boys across North America should round up all the Barbies and shave their heads. You know, just to be sure...""As a result of the company's ongoing...

Sunni Insurgent Leader Paints Iran as 'Real Enemy'

This article is interesting because it provides a snapshot into the thinking of the Sunnis and their animosity towards the Shiites that fuels so much of the sectarian violence in Iraq.""I personally don't have a hatred of the American people, and I respect American...

Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends Recall

Recall notice from RC2 Corporation, manufacturing of Tomas the Tank Engine and Friends wooden vehicles and train set components...."In cooperation with the CPSC, RC2 has issued a voluntary recall on June 13th, 2007,...

Book Review: The Day of Islam: The Annihilation of America and the Western Wo...

"The newly released book "The Day of Islam: The Annihilation of America and the Western World," (Prometheus Books) paints a frightening picture of al-Qaida's nuclear ambitions — one every American must read. Seasoned investigative reporter and former FBI consultant Paul...

Content analysis of O'Reilly's rhetoric finds spin to be a 'factor'

Is spin a factor in the factor?  We report, you decide.  Here are the facts:"BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Bill O'Reilly may proclaim at the beginning of his program that viewers are entering the "No Spin Zone," but...

America unprepared for 'likely' nuke attack

"WASHINGTON – The most extensive study of the effects of nuclear detonations in four major U.S. cities paints a grim picture of millions of deaths, overwhelmed hospitals and loss of command-and-control capability by government."

McCaffrey Paints Gloomy Picture of Iraq

"An influential retired Army general released a dire assessment of the situation in Iraq, based on a recent round of meetings there with Gen. David H. Petraeus and 16 other senior U.S. commanders."

Artists Brush In Singapore - Art Or Pornography?

"Egyptian artist Ghada Amer says her work is inspired by erotica, pornography and the empowerment of women. Amer and Iranian-born artist Reza Farkhondeh collaborate on delicately colored but unsettling works. She takes blown-up images from porn magazines, then he paints or...

Revealed: preachers' messages of hate

"An undercover investigation has revealed disturbing evidence of Islamic extremism at a number of Britain's leading mosques and Muslim institutions, including an organisation praised by the Prime Minister. Secret video footage reveals Muslim preachers exhorting followers to...

Workman paints yellow line under car

A man was stunned to get a ticket for parking on a yellow line which wasn't there when he left his car.

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