News The UN’s annual report on global food security confirms that more than one billion people–a sixth of the world’s population–are undernourished. Rep. John Boehner, the House GOP Leader, opposes hate crimes protections for gays. His reasoning is … let’s just say, stupid. The Arctic Ocean could be ice-free in as little as 10 years. …
Welcome to the end of September! News Iran tests some long range missiles. Flooding hits the Philippines. Human trafficking A new tactic: trying to recruit companies to help combat human trafficking. Immigration Has the President dropped the ball on immigration reform? Finance reform Banks are predictably fighting the proposed Consumer Financial Protection Agency. Miscellaneous A …
News Patrick Swayze passes away. Congratulations to Juan Martin Del Potro and Kim Clijsters, who overcame Roger Federer and Caroline Wozniacki respectively to win their draws of the US Open. And in baseball news, congratulations to Ichiro, who set a new record for consecutive 200-hit seasons, at nine. Health care Meet Nikki White, one of …