Jenni Rivera: A Beautiful Voice Goes Silent
The “Diana Ross of Mexican music” is believed to have been on a small plane that crashed Sunday in Northern Mexico, killing all seven people on board. A California native, she sold millions of records and was an emerging TV star.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Affirmative Action: Factious Past, Uncertain Future
The Supreme Court’s expected ruling on a case involving the University of Texas could end race-based affirmative action. But while some say the program works and is still needed, others argue there are better ways of measuring diversity.
Baltimore Says, ‘Immigrants Welcome’
Baltimore’s population has been declining for decades. Now the city is reaching beyond its borders for growth, courting immigrants with new programs and laws. The big question: Will it work?» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
As Economy Prospers, Ghana Holds Presidential Vote
President John Dramani Mahama faces a tight race in the West African nation that boasts a fast-growing economy and strong democratic tradition. The election was extended into a second day after some glitches with new electronic voter verification systems.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
A Historical Comedy That Hangs On The Details
Written by an American and directed by a Brit, Hyde Park on Hudson reflects the relationship between the two countries in both plot and production. Critic Ella Taylor says Bill Murray makes a fine FDR, and the film does justice to history’s little details. (Recommended)» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Sen. Jim DeMint Leaving Congress To Run Heritage Foundation
He’s one of the most consistently conservative voices in Congress and a favorite of Tea Party activists across the nation. DeMint says he’s “not leaving the fight.” No organization, he says, is better equipped to push conservative principles than Heritage, a Washington-based think tank.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Germans OK Patriot Missiles To Defend Turkey
Germany’s Cabinet on Thursday approved sending German Patriot air defense missiles to Turkey to protect the NATO member against possible attacks from Syria. It’s a major step toward a possible Western military role in the Syrian conflict.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Remembering The Vital Force Of Jazz Pianist Dave Brubeck
One of the most recognized and recognizable musicians of the postwar era — the piano player whose “Take Five” was a pop hit — died Wednesday, one day shy of 92.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Crime On The Farm: Hay Thefts Soar As Drought Deepens
Hay prices are up sharply because of the drought across much of the nation. So hay bales sitting in fields have become hot properties. So much so, in fact, that a sheriff in Oklahoma put a GPS tracker in one bale. It helped him track down the suspects.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
The 3 Unofficial GOP Rules That Are Making A Deficit Deal Even Harder
Three rules adopted by House GOP leaders in recent years are leaving Speaker John Boehner little room to maneuver. To reach an agreement to avoid the fiscal cliff, he may have to break at least one of them, analysts say.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
