Lebanon president steps down; asks army to 'preserve security'

I have to admit that this has been a little hard to follow whether it is something good for the Lebanese people and for peace in the region. From what I get out of it, it seems to be.There are so many interests trying to make moves to control the country it's difficult to...

Chavez to usher in 'maximum revolution'

This is what a police state looks like."CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) -- A congress wholly loyal to President Hugo Chavez approved a law today granting him authority to enact sweeping measures by decree. Meeting at a downtown plaza in a session that resembled a political rally,...

Record 15 year jail sentence for carousel fraudster

"After an extensive six-year investigation by HM Revenue & Customs, and two criminal trials, the man behind a £54m VAT fraud has been jailed for 15 years, the longest sentence ever handed down by a British court for this type of crime. Emmanuel Hening, a trader with dual...

Madonna seeing marriage counsellor

"Madonna and Guy Ritchie have reportedly been seeing a marriage counsellor in a desperate bid to save their six-year union. The 'Hung Up' singer and her film director husband have allegedly been seeing top marital therapist Tricia Barnes after their relationship hit "rock...

How Many Wins Make Up a 'Wave'?

"How Many Wins Make Up a 'Wave'? Political Scientists Debate the Scope of Democrats' Victory By Zachary A. Goldfarb Special to The Washington Post Monday, November 13, 2006; Page A19 There is no doubt that Democrats did well on Tuesday, capturing almost 30 seats in the House,...