International – Page 221

France bombs Mali, complicates mess long in making

January 17, 2013 By Emile Schepers

French military units, including aviation and infantry, have attacked Islamist rebels in Mali since last week.

Australian fires threaten observatory, uncover drug labs

January 16, 2013 By Blake Skylar

The fires were fueled by a record-breaking, scorching heat wave - caused and worsened by climate change.

Diplomats to gather, address mercury pollution

January 15, 2013 By Blake Skylar

Mercury pollution, caused by coal-fired power plants, is a growing worldwide problem.

Evo Morales remains popular despite corruption charges

January 14, 2013 By W. T. Whitney, Jr.

Socialist-oriented projects, aimed at shoring up national independence and protecting indigenous rights, were on track. Yet the specter of governmental corruption had materialized.

Cuban foreign travel eases, U.S. is stymied

January 14, 2013 By W. T. Whitney, Jr.

New Cuban regulations taking effect on January 14 allow for hassle-free foreign departures and easy return for travelers.