Musharraf bends to pressure, promises elections in February. Former Soviet republic Georgia declares state of emergency--the president accused opponents of working with Russian intelligence. Federal prosecutors will ask to indict Kerik on corruption, fraud charges--Manhattan's Kerik Complex renamed overnight. Evangelicals are still without a candidate, Pat
New fatalities make 2007 the deadliest year for U.S. troops since the beginning of the war in Iraq--though deaths have been declining since summer. Bhutto plans illegal rally for Friday, sends Musharraf an ultimatum: Restore the constitution, elections, and resign. It is dangerous to stand up to a
After overwhelming demand for Olympics tickets, China switches sales to a lottery system. Since 2000, some 3,500 Chinese children have been named "Olympics." Study shows children of "helicopter parents"--those who hover over their kids after they've left the roost--enjoy college more.
Why are lawyers protesting Musharraf? Because they want to, and they can. Analysis: Musharraf claims his power seizure was to fight terrorism, though his real target may be democracy. Bush urges Musharraf to hold elections, resign military position, praises fight against "extremists and radicals." Bush bests Gallup Poll
I should begin by saying that I find the current president of Russia and his policies extremely offensive. Print for tonight's commute: Why the majority of full-time Democratic foreign policy experts have parked their faith with Obama. Fascinating tests/pranks involving wine and so-called experts. Fancy
In Pakistan, Musharraf declares "emergency rule," media silenced, hundreds of protestors arrested--notably, many are lawyers. Op: Musharraf isn't fighting "extremists," he's fighting to remain president, and taking the Americans for a ride. Why hasn't Pakistan overwhelmed militants, despite billions
Hollywood writers rally around their strike, the first walkout in almost two decades. How to save Broadway from a strike? Apparently call a guy called Tom Short. I continue to be amazed by the incredible small publications around the world. Interview with Ted Genoways, editor of the Virginia Quarterly Review.
Daylight Savings Time ends Saturday night in the U.S.--did we save any energy? And: Will this neg our circadian rhythms? Op: Giuliani skewed his cancer mortality numbers to fit with his worldview--sounds like a trend. Democratic presidential candidates envision Mondale, political suicide as their colleagues plan tax
Reviewing the next steps in Spanish politics in light of the bombing verdicts. Our friends and allies would be more confident to stand with us if we seek to increase pressure, including tougher sanctions on Iran. Letter from Senator Hegel to Bush pleading for talks with Iran. Blackwater hires big
Madrid bombing verdict: 21 convictions, some sentenced up to 40,000 years, others less than 20, seven acquitted. An account of the 2004 explosions, their political ramifications, and a photo of the defendants guffawing in court. Victims' families distraught over acquittals, light sentences; theories on the verdict. Much that
