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- How Mexico's Zapatista guerrillas stayed clear of organized crime
Mexico's Zapatistas are distinct from most other rebels groups in Latin America, having remained within a democratic framework without getting involved in organized crime to secure funding.
Work, reimagined: Detroit gets creativeHow residents of Detroit, America’s most famously down and out city, are building livelihoods that also rebuild their communities.
Thirty ideas from people under 30: The Entrepreneurs They are explorers and activists, artists and educators, farmers and faith leaders – even mayors. And they have trenchant suggestions on how to improve the world.
Syria's Assad, in rare speech, claims victory is nighPresident Assad once again blamed the 10-month uprising on foreign conspirators and armed gangs. But this time, Arab League monitors in Syria may contradict his version of events.
Beijing's air: like standing downwind from a forest fireChinese readings of air quality in Beijing regularly declare 'blue sky days' while the US embassy is warning that the air is 'very unhealthy.' China is about to change that.
Picasso painting stolen in Greece during art heistA Picasso and a Mondrian were stripped from their frames at Greece's biggest state art museum.
- Pride in a humble pie in Scotland
Scottish bakers of 'Forfar birdie' pies hope to join exclusive culinary club to protect authenticity.
US expels Venezuelan diplomat as Ahmadinejad makes Latin America tourVenezuela's consul general to Miami was expelled today amid accusations that she assisted with a cyberattack – coordinated by Iran, Cuba, and Venezuela – against the US.
After sodomy acquittal, Malaysia's Anwar pressing for powerIn an unexpected conclusion to a two-year trial, a Malaysian court acquitted opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim on sodomy charges that he insisted were politically motivated.
- Parliament to 'Booze Britain': Try temperance – at least twice a week
Binges and weekend blowouts are so widespread in 'Booze Britain,' according to a new report, that Parliament has tried to define 'sensible' drinking.
Why Nigerians are in an 'occupy' moodIt would be unacceptable to citizens anywhere if the price of gasoline doubled overnight without warning, argues guest blogger Jeremy Weate.
Iran sentences an American to death: the history of such 'spies'The good news is that many Americans accused of spying in Iran are eventually released. The bad news for Amir Mirzaei Hekmati is that Iranian-Americans have it rougher.
An end to cut, cut, cut? Merkel and Sarkozy agree to focus on growth.In a Berlin meeting today, German Chancellor Merkel and French President Sarkozy signaled a major shift in eurozone economic strategy by making growth a priority in managing the economic crisis.
Millions of barefoot Filipino Catholics defy terror warningThe decision by Filipino President Aquino to announce a terror warning on the eve of the annual Catholic procession, despite no specific threat, underscored the president's concern for public safety, say officials.
Progress WatchUS crime rate at lowest point in decades. Why America is safer now.The crime rate for serious crimes, including murder, rape, and assault, has dropped significantly since the early 1990s in part because of changes in technology and policing, experts say.
Thirty ideas from people under 30: The Social Media Stars They are explorers and activists, artists and educators, farmers and faith leaders – even mayors. And they have trenchant suggestions on how to improve the world.
Oh snap! Bungee jumper plunges into Zambezi River at Victoria FallsThe Australian survived, but tourists who assume that extreme venues in Africa are safe may be fooling themselves.
Malaysia opposition leader Anwar acquitted of sodomy chargeAfter a two-year trial filled with explicit sexual allegations that captivated and polarized the country, a High Court judge took only two minutes to deliver the verdict Monday.
Lisa Trainer films the remarkable return of the 'Lady of the Loch'For more than two decades an osprey known simply as 'Lady' has returned to Scotland, drawing attention to the country's role as a wildlife haven.
Kate Middleton celebrates quiet 30th after gala premiereKate Middleton turned heads — and dominated Britain's Monday morning front pages — by attending the London opening of Steven Spielberg's 'War Horse.' Her husband, Prince William, used an umbrella to keep her glossy brown hair drizzle-free.
