International
Today in history: Morocco is the first country to recognize the U.S.
December 18, 2015On December 20, 1777, the Kingdom of Morocco became the first country in the world to recognize U.S. independence.
Read moreFARC and Colombian government near successful conclusion of peace talks
December 17, 2015There are now "agreements" on agrarian rights, illegal drugs, political participation, and victims.
Read moreHaiti: Massive electoral fraud ignored
December 14, 2015On Dec. 16 the people of Haiti will mark the 25th anniversary of their first democratically elected president, Jean-Bertrand Aristide.
Read moreU.S. and Cuba come to table to talk mutual compensation
December 14, 2015State Department spokesperson John Kirby regards "resolution of outstanding claims" as a top priority for normalization.
Read moreLeft wins parliamentary elections in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
December 14, 2015The "Bolivarian" left has suffered two traumatic electoral defeats in recent weeks.
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