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1. 'Children of War' Documents Rehabilitation of Former Child Soldiers November 06, 2009 American filmmaker Bryan Single explores the rehabilitation process of former child soldiers in northern Ugandan in his new movie "Children of War." The film premiered recently in Washington. Children of WarThese boys are the lucky ones who appear in Bryan Single's documentary, Children of War. He's alive to tell about the years that he and thousands of other children spent fighting for the Lord's Resistance Army rebel group."It essentially focuses on a group of children, about 80 of them in this rehabilitation center," Single explains, "Out of that, three emerged more predominantly than... (read more)

2. China Looks Forward to Hosting President Obama  November 06, 2009 China says President Obama's visit to will help push Sino-American relations to what a Chinese official described as "a new historical starting point." At the same time, the two countries must deal with disagreements over trade and climate change. Chinese Vice Foreign Minister He YafeiChinese Vice Foreign Minister He Yafei said Friday his government has high hopes for President Obama's visit to China later this month.He says this will be President Obama's first visit to China. He described it as a "big event in Sino-American relations."The vice foreign minister says there is "great scope" for ... (read more)

3. Nigeria Says It's Ready to Contain Swine Flu November 05, 2009 Health officials in Nigeria, Africa's most populous nation, have urged Nigerians not to panic following the detection of the first case of the H1N1 virus, commonly known as swine flu, in the country. A nine-year old American girl in Lagos tested positive for swine flu infection. A wave of panic swept across the country over fears a swine flu pandemic may be in the offing in Nigeria. But Health Minister Babatunde Osotimehin moved quickly to assure Nigerians there are no other reported cases so far and that the government would ensure adequate protection."Diagnostic facilities have been put in ... (read more)

4. Sierra Leonean-American Football Star Launches Global Health Center November 05, 2009 American football player Madieu Williams is launching a Center for Global Health that will focus on public health initiatives in Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, and Prince George's County, Maryland.  Minnesota Vikings' Madieu Williams warms up during football training camp in Mankato, Minnesota (file July 2008)Madieu Williams plays free safety for the professional American football team the Minnesota Vikings. But he is not just a star football player, he also wants to give back to the two unique communities that he calls home. Williams was just nine years old when his family moved from... (read more)

5. US Billionaire Bets Big on US Economy November 05, 2009 Warren BuffettAmerican billionaire investor Warren Buffett has cast a big vote of confidence on the U.S. economy by purchasing one of the nation's largest rail systems. The deal, worth $44 billion, marks the single biggest investment ever undertaken by Buffett's company. Analysts say it's also a big gamble on the economic future of the United States.To determine if the economy is on the right track, Warren Buffett says look to the nation's railroads. "I do think things like rail car holdings are important," Buffet said. "I mean, that is telling you what is coming into this country, goin... (read more)

6. Former US President Links Mideast Extremism, Lack of Opportunity November 04, 2009 Former US Pres. Bill Clinton talks to the audience at the American University of Dubai, UAE, 04 Nov 2009Former U.S. President Bill Clinton has addressed extremism in the Middle East, drawing a parallel between suicide bombers and a lack of opportunity.In an address to the American University in Dubai Wednesday, Mr. Clinton asked rhetorically, "What leads to suicide bombing?" It is the belief, he said, that there is more to gain in the next world than this one. In his speech, the former president addressed the plight of the Palestinians. He said that if they believe tomorrow will be like yest... (read more)

7. Iranians Rally on Anniversary of American Embassy Takeover November 04, 2009 Iran is marking the 30th anniversary of the takeover of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, with anti-American demonstrations. But opposition forces are using the occasion to protest their own government.An image grab taken from Iran's official Arabic-language Al-Alam TV shows Iranians holding an anti-US rally in Tehran, 04 Nov 2009Thousands of people turned out for a government-sponsored rally outside the old U.S. Embassy in Tehran.The crowds shouted "God is great" and "death to America" as speakers recalled the events of 1979, when revolutionary students seized the U.S. Embassy and held 52 American... (read more)

8. President Obama to Meet with Native American Tribal Leaders October 29, 2009 President Barack Obama has invited leaders of the more than 500 Native American tribes in the United States to a White House Tribal Nations Conference on November 5. Mr. Obama says he wants to hear directly from the leaders about how his administration can help them meet their needs. Joe ShirleyThe Navajo tribe has the largest reservation in the U.S., more than 67,000 square kilometers across parts of the southwest states of Arizona, New Mexico and Utah. The quality of life is typically poor. Many homes do not have running water or electricity. Navajo President Joe Shirley says that when Pr... (read more)

9. Professional American Football Returns to Britain October 28, 2009 American professional football returned to the heartland of soccer a few days ago, as the New England Patriots faced the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the hallowed turf of London's Wembley stadium. For the third year in a row, a sell-out crowd screamed and enjoyed a piece of true Americana in a regular season contest. For both teams, playing in London was a unique part of their season and both squads were well supported in Britain where television coverage over the years has boosted interest. They came from all across Britain, from Ireland and the European continent too, fans of American profe... (read more)

10. Obama Honors African-American Senate Trailblazer October 28, 2009 House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (l), Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and President Barack Obama, present the Congressional Gold Medal to former Massachusetts Sen. Edward Brooke on Capitol Hill in Washington, 28 Oct 2009The U.S. Congress has presented its highest civilian honor to Edward Brooke - the first African-American elected by popular vote to the Senate. Brooke got the award two days after his 90th birthday.Past and present members of Congress joined to pay tribute to Edward Brooke.Among them: President Barack Obama, the third African-American popularly elected to the Senate.The presi... (read more)

11. American Youth Soccer Player Finds Roots in Nigeria October 28, 2009 For one member of the American Under-17 national soccer team participating in the youth World Cup in Nigeria, the tournament has provided the opportunity for a unique homecoming. Boyd Okwuonu At first glance, there is little to distinguish Boyd Okwuonu from the rest of his American teammates as they practice for their next game of the Under-17 World Cup, currently taking place across Nigeria.But this World Cup is special for the native of Edmond, Oklahoma, in the vast Great Plains region of the United States. Okwuonu was born in the U.S., but his parents are Nigerian. They came to America from... (read more)

12. Afghan President's Brother Denies CIA Payments October 28, 2009 Afghan President Hamid Karzai's brother has denied an American newspaper report that he receives payments from the CIA.Ahmed Wali Karzai, brother of Afghan Pres. Hamid Karzai at a press conference in Kandahar, south of Kabul (File)Ahmed Wali Karzai was responding Wednesday to a New York Times report that said he has been on the CIA payroll for much of the past eight years.The newspaper reported that the CIA still pays Karzai, who is accused of being a major player in the booming Afghan heroin trade, for services including recruiting a CIA-run Afghan paramilitary force and providing CIA agents ... (read more)

13. 3 NATO Helicopters Crash in Afghanistan, Killing 14 Americans October 26, 2009 NATO forces in Afghanistan are reporting that three coalition helicopters crashed in two unrelated incidents Monday, killing at least 11 U.S. troops and three American civilians.A NATO statement said one helicopter crashed in western Afghanistan after U.S. and Afghan troops raided a militant hideout and killed 12 suspected enemy fighters. The statement said seven U.S. troops and three U.S. civilians were killed.  The injured include 14 Afghan troops, 11 American troops and one U.S. civilian. The cause of the crash has not been determined, but NATO officials said they do not believe the he... (read more)

14. Holbrooke: No Conditions on US Aid to Pakistan October 23, 2009 Richard Holbrooke (file photo)U.S. envoy for Pakistan and Afghanistan Richard Holbrooke said Friday legislation on new American aid to Pakistan puts no conditions on that country, and that assertions to the contrary are distortions. Holbrooke says Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will visit Pakistan in a few days to discuss U.S. aid and related issues. U.S. officials are providing no details of the Clinton itinerary because of security considerations.But Holbrooke says the Secretary will visit Islamabad within a few days for talks focusing on the aid issue and the Pakistani government'... (read more)

15. Running Club for Homeless Grows on US East Coast October 23, 2009 Anne MahlumLike many big American cities, the officials of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania have spent a lot of time and money on programs to help the city's homeless. But one Philadelphian, 27-year-old Anne Mahlum, came up with a program all on her own. She gave up a high-paying career to help the homeless through her passion: running. The sun is barely up, but Anne Mahlum and her fellow runners are already gathered outside a gas station in Philadelphia. "I was running like I do every morning," Anne says, "It was pretty early, like 5 AM. I live in what most people call an up-and-coming area of Phi... (read more)

16. Author Urges Protection for American Wild Horses October 20, 2009 Millions of wild horses, known as mustangs, once roamed North America. Today, just a fraction of that number are left, most in the American Southwest. In her new book Mustang, Deanne Stillman celebrates wild horses and warns that they are threatened by human activity.American wild horses (mustangs)The wild horse, or mustang, from the Spanish word for stray animal, is a symbol of freedom for many Americans. The mustang has become an icon. The name and imagery were even used to market a classic American car.In the 1800s, millions were rounded up and shipped to the western U.S. states. Deanne ... (read more)

17. Obama Honors Vietnam War Era Army Unit October 20, 2009 President Barack Obama greets Ret. Army Platoon Sgt., Earl W. Fleming in the Rose Garden of the White House, 20 Oct 2009 U.S. President Barack Obama has honored a group of American Vietnam War veterans - members of an Army squadron who risked their lives to save about 100 fellow soldiers during the war. Forty years after their heroic acts in the jungles of Vietnam, the men of Alpha Troop were welcomed to the White House."Now, these men might be a little bit older, a little bit grayer," said President Obama. "But make no mistake - these soldiers define the meaning of bravery and heroism."Presi... (read more)

18. Jewels for the Bride October 19, 2009 Jewellery (spelled jewelry in American English) refers to ornamental devices worn by persons, typically made with gems and precious metals. Costume jewelry is made from less valuable materials. However, jewelry can and has been made out of almost every kind of material. Examples include bracelets, necklaces, rings, and earrings, as well as items like hair ornaments or body piercing jewelry. Jewelry, particularly when made with precious materials, is generally considered valuable and desirable. Some cultures have a practice of keeping large amounts of wealth stored in the form of jewelry. Jewel... (read more) Author: Armando Ramirez

19. US Men's Soccer Team Wins Regional World Cup October 15, 2009 Watch Jim's slideshow Jonathan Bornstein, left, and teammates celebrate after US win over Costa Rica, 14 Oct 2009The United States has qualified for the football (soccer) World Cup as the top team the Central, North American and Caribbean region (CONCACAF). The U.S. men rallied to claim a dramatic 2-2 tie against Costa Rica.The United States had already qualified for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa with a 3-2 victory over Honduras on Saturday. At stake for the United States in the final qualifying game was first place. Costa Rica needed a win to take the last of three automatic qualifyi... (read more)

20. Afghanistan's Karzai Would Welcome More US Troops October 13, 2009 Afghan President Hamid Karzai takes a question during a press conference at Presidential Palace in Kabul, Afghanistan, 11 Oct 2009Afghan President Hamid Karzai says he would welcome more American troops in his country.Speaking to an American interviewer (ABC-TV) Tuesday, Mr. Karzai said he is aware of reports that the top U.S. and NATO commander in Afghanistan, General Stanley McChrystal, will seek up to 40,000 additional troops to fight an increased Taliban insurgency.The Afghan president declined to indicate how many international troops he thinks are needed. Such decisions are best left to... (read more)

21. Samoans Get Aid, Struggle to Move On October 12, 2009 Two boys walk through a damaged village in American SamoaThe U.S. military, civilian agencies and private aid organizations have been providing assistance for tsunami-ravaged sections of American Samoa.  Nearly 200 people died when the September 29 tsunami struck the Samoan islands and Tonga.  Residents are struggling to move on, as they remember those lost.The tsunami flattened nearly everything in the center of the village of Asili.  But most of the village's 600 people are staying close to their homes, says resident Gene Sevaaetasi. "There is a shelter here, but almost all th... (read more)

22. Samoans Wait for Aid, Start Rebuilding October 07, 2009 In the villages of American Samoa struck by last week's earthquake and tsunami, residents are salvaging their belongings. Aid workers are fanning out through coastal villages and some people are taking tentative steps at rebuilding.Filifaiesea Vailolo carries suitcase through debris left in wake of the tsunami in the town of Pago Pago in American Samoa, 02 Oct 2009This stretch of coastline southwest of Pago Pago was one of the hardest hit by the tsunami, when the usually peaceful ocean sent walls of water crashing into beachside homes.In Seetaga, Losi Fereti says she lost everything - furnit... (read more)

23. OAS Delegation to Visit Honduras October 07, 2009 A delegation from the Organization of American States is expected in Honduras Wednesday to discuss the ongoing political crisis stemming from the overthrow of President Manuel Zelaya.The delegation will include OAS Secretary General Jose Miguel Insulza and foreign ministers from Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala and Mexico. Representatives from the United Nations, Canada, Jamaica, Panama, Spain, Argentina, Brazil, the Dominican Republic and the United States will also be part of the talks.Mr. Zelaya was forced from office in a June 28 coup and sent into exile for trying to hold a re... (read more)

24. Death Toll Rises in Pacific Islands, Families Cope with Losses from Tsunami October 03, 2009 Filifaiesea Vailolo carries suitcase through debris left in wake of the tsunami in the town of Pago Pago in American Samoa, 02 Oct 2009Relief efforts are continuing in the Pacific islands of Samoa, American Samoa and Tonga, where the death toll is approaching 200 from Tuesday's earthquake and tsunami.  Seaside communities are burying their dead and coming to grips with their losses.The people of American Samoa are starting to clean up as they cope with their vivid memories.  Mormon Church official Stu Uiagalelei was teaching a children's class when the earthquake struck.   ... (read more)

25. Foreign Rescue Teams Race to Help Indonesia Quake Victims October 02, 2009 American Air Force and Indonesian Army members load emergency aid material into US cargo plane in Jakarta, flying to earthquake-hit West Sumatra, 02 Oct 2009Foreign emergency rescue teams are racing to reach areas in and around Indonesia's port city, Padang, which was devastated by a powerful earthquake Wednesday.The United Nations says the death toll from the 7.6-magnitude quake is at least 1,100.  Indonesian officials say at least 770 people have been killed, but they expect the figure to escalate as thousands are still believed buried beneath rubble.Medical teams, search dogs, backhoes... (read more)

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