| NATO Aims to Fight Afghan Crooks - - Without Naming Them KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (Reuters) - NATO officials in Afghanistan often say the only way they will win the war is to break the grip of "malign actors" -- crooked officials and others who have soured Afghans on their government. feeds.nytimes.com |
World Briefing | The Americas: Haiti: World Bank Cancels Debt The World Bank said Friday that it had canceled the debt of Haiti to help it recover from the devastating earthquake four months ago. feeds.nytimes.com |
Rescuers Concerned About Weight of Trapped Chilean Miners Some may have to lose weight to fit through rescue shaft being dug voanews.com |
Hurricane Paula Heads to Cuba HAVANA (Reuters) - Hurricane Paula brushed by Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula on Wednesday and was expected to turn east towards Cuba, where preparations began for the small storm that packed a powerful punch. feeds.nytimes.com |
Deal Averts Trial in Disputed Guantánamo Case A former child soldier pleaded guilty to terrorism-related charges, averting the awkward prospect of being the first to stand trial before a commission under Obama. feeds.nytimes.com |