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US Interference Spoiling Yemen’s Revolution
US influence is not responsible for all of Yemen's political dilemmas, but the sheer gravity of America's counterterrorism is warping Yemen's political and military reforms.
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Ten Things Science Taught Us About Happiness in 2012
Last year's most surprising, provocative, and inspiring findings on the science of living a meaningful life.
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The US Coal Industry Wants to Boost Exports to Asia – Native American Tribes Stand in the Way
If the energy industry's plans for massive coal and natural gas exports go through, the US could become a major energy exporter.
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On the News With Thom Hartmann: Another School Shooting in America, and More
In today's On the News segment: A California school shooting happened at exactly the same time television networks were covering Vice President Joe Biden’s remarks about gun control; the …
Obama to Accelerate Handover to Afghan Army
Washington may draw down its remaining 66,000-troop force in Afghanistan more quickly than previously planned.
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Guns Sales Soar in US as Nation Weighs Tougher Limits
The possibility that the federal assault weapons ban might be reinstated spurred sales of semiautomatic rifles with military-style features.
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Three Years Later, Haiti Still Struggling Due to Failures of International Community
Three years after its massive earthquake, Haiti continues to struggle with lack of funding and UN caused cholera outbreak.
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Walmart Empire Clashes With China
As the Walmart empire grows overseas in China the same mistreatment of workers takes place, inciting mass protest from Chinese workers.
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Five Changes to Medicare to Watch for in 2013
Tracey Compton gives you five new Medicare benefits to look out for in 2013.
We Share Life in Kabul
Martha Hennessy shares her experiences with the Afghan Peace Volunteers.