Afghan Radio Tries to Open a Closed Society
Afghan journalist Barry Salaam, managing editor of a popular national news program, discusses building an independent, open media in an increasingly closed society.
Hezbollah Gunmen Take Control of Beirut
Tensions are high in Lebanon's capital after three days of gun-battles have seen Hezbollah fighters taking control of much of the city. At least 11 are dead, and on Friday Hezbollah fighters attacked a pro-government TV station.
Who Is West Virginia? A Pre-Primary Tour
In advance of the Mountain State's Tuesday primary, in which 39 delegates are up for grabs, West Virginia Wesleyan College's Robert Rupp says the Democratic presidential hopefuls should focus their campaigns on the state's bedrock priorities: family, faith, food and the flag.
Report Tracks a Decade of NYPD Bullets
A 10-year account of bullets fired by New York Police Department was published Thursday. It's a record, says retired NYPD deputy inspector John C. Cerar, that demonstrates overall progress — but others say not enough.
Obama Trolls for Support on Capitol Hill
Barack Obama returned to Washington, D.C., on Thursday after the latest round of primaries. The Illinois senator spent the day on Capitol Hill courting uncommitted Democratic superdelegates. Thursday night, he spoke to members of the Jewish community at an event to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Israel.
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