
France rising up against so-called labor law reform
French government mandates weakening important labor law protections are a key factor in the waves of protests that have rocked the nation.

Communist Party of France plans to build broad left coalition
French communists pledged that they will have half a million conversations with French voters this fall.

French Communists convene international peace conference in Paris
More than a hundred delegates from organizations around the globe gathered here June 1 for the International Conference for World Peace and Progress.

Tensions remain high in the South China Sea
Vietnam is moving forward in resolving the dispute using its principle of "Peace and Cooperation," but the U.S. is holding naval exercises in the region.

Prime Minister of Iceland forced out over Panama Papers connection
Thousands of protestors packed the square outside Gunnlaugsson's office and coated the windows with thrown yogurt.

Remembering: The Aztec calendar stone is uncovered
On December 17, 1790, 225 years ago, one of the wonders of the Western Hemisphere was uncovered.

French voters beat back ultra-right advance
The runoff elections for regional governments in France on Sunday, December 13, produced a defeat for the ultra right.

Restraint and cooperation needed in the fight against terrorists
It's time for justice, peace, and a heightened appreciation of the preciousness of life.

Today in Indigenous history: Louis Riel, rebel Canadian Métis leader, hanged
Louis Riel, a leader of the Métis people in their resistance against the Canadian government in the Canadian Northwest, remains the most controversial figure in Canadian history.


