International
Socialist Bachelet returns to Chile presidency
March 24, 2014For the second time, Michelle Bachelet was sworn in as president of Chile, Mar. 11. Bachelet's first term as president of Chile ran from 2006 to 2010.
Read moreMelba Hernandez, 93; leader of the Cuban Revolution
March 20, 2014On Mar. 9, Cuba and the world lost a remarkable revolutionary figure, Melba Hernandez Rey, age 93. The cause of death was complications of diabetes.
Read moreTony Benn: British labor giant dies
March 17, 2014Tony leaves behind the books and wonderful diaries he wrote and the enormous admiration and the friendship of millions of people.
Read moreRevival of fascism a growing concern in Europe
March 17, 2014Commenting on Ukrainian developments, French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius pooh-poohed the idea that there is a fascist danger.
Read moreStraight talk on the U.S. and Ukraine
March 17, 2014It's been interesting to observe the large numbers of people who suddenly think they're experts on the ongoing crisis in Ukraine - both those on the left and the right.
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