Category: 2012

Tropical Storm Isaac displaces thousands in Haiti, worsening housing crisis in country Protesters march in St Petersburg as storm delays opening of RNC Ron Paul calls for “new era” of liberty ahead of official...

Bain documents shed light on Romney’s financial record, taxes Tampa police prepare for Republican convention with crowd control measures Drought in US could hit world’s poor with rising food prices Israel distributes gas masks...

As Syrian conflict continues, rise in abductions in Lebanon prompt worry for residents Health advocates call for reform of Brazil drug law after sharp rise in incarceration SEC finalizes rules on conflict minerals from...

As GOP adopts immigration policy, federal courts rule on harsh state laws Questions arise over journalists attendance at RNC event Housing advocates highlight underwater mortgages in key swing states Court strikes down EPA rule...

Republicans call for constitutional ban on abortion, restrictions to women’s health care in party platform Legal battles take fight over voter ID laws closer to election day In swing state of Ohio, secretary of...

Advocates criticize US prosecution of whistleblowers as Wikileaks’ Assange remains in embassy New evidence shows civilian deaths from US drone strikes in Pakistan higher than previously reported Palestinian family hospitalized after suspected firebomb attack...

Advocates launch direct action as TransCanada begins construction of controversial pipeline Justice Department approves Verizon deal with cable companies, despite consumer concerns Paul Ryan budget outlines drastic changes to Medicare, cuts to Medicaid New...

Details emerge of bomb attack on northern Syrian village as UN cites 2.5 million in need of assistance Bahrain judge sentences human rights activist Nabeel Rajab to three years in prison Official in India...

Colombian workers from GM plant continue hunger strike outside US Embassy As efforts stall to prosecute Goldman Sachs, advocates call for protection for homeowners, renters Quebec students divided on whether to continue strike after...

Peace Caravan heads across country to call for changes to US, Mexico drug policies After deadly shooting in Texas, advocates call for federal action to stem gun violence As warm seawater shuts Connecticut reactor,...