General strike brings Athens to a standstill
Tens of thousands of Greek workers walked off the job today and rallied in front of parliament in a huge protest against government plans to sack public-sector staff.
Black trade unionists call for new Cuba policies
Four Cubans being held in U.S. prisons should be released, according to a resolution passed by the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists at their 42nd Annual Convention.
Syria, poison gas, and Arabian tales
It is not unlike Sherlock Holmes and the dog that didn't bark. And like Holmes, start with the facts.
Anger grows over interference with Bolivian jet
Heads of state from South America's UNASUR met in Bolivia to angrily denounce what they see as a lack of respect by the U.S. and Europe for their own national sovereignity.
Massive protests in Egypt call for Morsi’s ouster
The Egyptian army has announced that if a solution to the conflict is not found by end of day Wednesday, it may step in and impose one on this nation of 80 million people.
New NSA scandal: U.S. spies on EU
The NSA reportedly bugged the communications of the European Union and some of the United States' closest allies.
Overseas Filipino workers deserve better protection
Philippines embassy personnel and labor officials from the Philippines Overseas Labor Office are currently under investigation for the alleged sexual exploitation of overseas Filipino workers.
Syria and the monarchs: a perfect storm
The Obama administration's decision to directly supply weapons to the Syrian opposition may end up torpedoing the possibility of a political settlement.
What will Iran’s new president deliver?
The election of Hassan Rouhani as president of Iran was welcomed by thousands coming onto the streets of Tehran and other Iranian cities.
Brazil protests: some background
All last week, major Brazilian cities were the sites of massive youth protests.
