
Chile launches reforestation campaign for exotic Patagonia
In Patagonia, an exotic natural region of southern Chile, efforts to begin reforestation are commencing.

German elections: The good, the bad, and the ugly
In a way, it's a "good news" and "bad news" angle.

Anti-discrimination law protecting gays passes in Chile
In Chile last week, after a long legislative battle, the country's first all-inclusive anti-discrimination bill became law.

French Left candidate goes one-on-one with ultra-rightist
Jean-Luc Melenchon, the Left Front's candidate in the recent presidential elections in France, has announced he will run as a candidate.

Spain's prime minister is banking on a failed past
Mariano Rajoy's promise went the same way as his pledges on not raising tax - in the shredder.

Key steps for a just and lasting Middle East peace
The most volatile tinderbox area of the world where the danger of war exists is the Middle East.

Austerity goes down to defeat in Europe
Voters rejected political parties that have pushed for austerity, and voted in lawmakers who campaigned for policies of economic stimulus and growth.

Radical Islamists push agenda in Mali
The West African country of Mali continues to be a source of worry, as radical Islamist rebels try to consolidate their hold on the North.

Bahrain struggle continues amid regional tensions
Dissidents continue to organize protests against the government of Bahrain, a Persian Gulf kingdom known for its large scale oil production.

Cypriots honor martyrs, continue unification fight
Cypriots marked the anniversary of the assassination of two Cypriot patriots - one of Turkish background and the other of Greek background.

