| As Nations Try to Contain Flu, N.Y. Cases Are Confirmed Officials around the world raced to contain an outbreak of swine flu as potential new cases were reported from New Zealand, Hong Kong and Spain. nytimes.com |
U.S. Turns Off News Billboard Atop Its Mission in Havana The Obama administration disconnected the billboard outside the American diplomatic mission that was used to tweak the Cuban government with pro-democracy messages. feeds.nytimes.com |
Ecosystem in Peru Is Losing a Key Ally Peruvians pose what might be a final challenge to the ecosystem supported by the giant huarango tree, which is coveted as a source of charcoal and firewood. feeds.nytimes.com |
Obama Pledges Aid to Haiti The president promised $100 million and thousands of American troops for Haitian relief, and asked two former presidents to help coordinate a global effort. feeds.nytimes.com |
Relief Efforts in Haiti Slowly Take Hold Some experienced rescuers have never witnessed this high level of devastation www1.voanews.com |