U.S. investigating insurgents' use and killing of children to get past an American checkpoint. Examining the destruction of Iraq's marshes in light of the deterioration of its people. Detroit's now a boomtown in foreclosed property, where houses are cheaper than new cars. See also:
Today's long read: How to keep from overselling or underestimating the United Nations. British bus company rolls into the U.S. selling fares for a dollar. New law in Minnesota requires drug makers to disclose doctor bills, and though doctors insist they're not on the dole,
Despite the embargo on aid, more cash was delivered to Palestinians in 2006 than in 2005. America's man in Zimbabwe says "people have turned a corner," are no longer afraid of the government. Mugabe reportedly using hit squads to kill opposition supporters. U.N.'s
Troops battle al-Qaida-linked fighters near Fallujah; Iraq's VP wants to talk to the insurgents. Government says it's had no role in the fighting between foreign militants and pro-gov tribesmen in Pakistan (more notes). Bush is within a few steps of declaring war on
Kitty Kelley not pleased with the Bush family's patriotic act of keeping their daughters at home. One family's story of trying to flee Iraq. Jordan refuses to characterize most fleeing Iraqis as "refugees," which violates international laws it hasn't signed. Elevating political
Another sign of Iraq's toll, the 82nd Airborne is no longer so ready to roll. Today's long read: Fascinating profile of sex-related and combat stress in female soldiers. Scientific notes on morality and war. See also, does stress really cause acne? Why yes. Thirty strangest
In Russia, 106 killed in a mine explosion, 62 killed in a nursing-home fire. New federal-attorney emails show tension at the highest levels while officials tried to control the damage. Whether or not you believe Jesus deserves to get high, the issue is a lot more important than
U.S. officials say Saudi Arabia's practice of promptly freeing repatriated Gitmo detainees undermines the war on terror. The Viscount Monckton of Brenchley glove-slaps Al Gore, invites debate on global warming. (There is an actual invitation.) Scientists see animal behavior in humans--good news for the wingbirds
One reason Iran isn't backing down in its quest for weapons: the 1987 chemical attack by Saddam Hussein that killed 113 Iranians and wounded thousands more. The knot, that not-so-simple technology that made humans human, is becoming obsolete; military introduces fabric that can detect combat stress.
In the case of Carol Lam, fired U.S. attorney, mounting evidence shows her dismissal may be tied to her investigation of Republicans. Leading the investigation on the firings, Sen Leahy wants White House aides to testify under oath, though it's unlikely Bush will waive executive privilege for
