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November 22, 2009

Warming's Impacts Sped Up, Worsened Since Kyoto

From 1997 to 2008, world CO2 emissions from the burning of fossil fuels increased 31 percent.

Ukraine's Carbon Windfall an Issue for Copenhagen

The collapse of its industry has allowed Ukraine to reap the profits of selling carbon credits.

November 20, 2009

God & Country: Can a Culture War Manifesto Reach a New Generation of Evangelicals and Catholics?

Chuck Colson, Tony Perkins, and other Christian right leaders have released their "Manhattan Declaration."

Washington Whispers: Obama Fails to Wow on the World Stage

Zogby says Obama's China trip was at best ho-hum.

God & Country: Today's Picture: Pakistani Private Schools as Alternatives to Madrassas

Private schools in Pakistan are growing as parents seek alternatives to public schools and madrassas.

Congress, Pentagon Look for Answers After Fort Hood

Warning signs of the shooting that left 13 dead went unshared.

Faith-Based Challenges Show a New Rift in the GOP

Conservative faith activists are poised to support challengers over establishment Republicans.

Obama Weighs Troop Increase in Afghanistan

The president must consider adviser's concerns about a Karzai-led government.

Breaking the Corporate Glass Ceilings

American companies have long lacked minorities and women at the top. But they are working on it.

Answers: Arlington National Cemetery

Test your knowledge of the iconic cemetery.

Washington Whispers: 2008 National Turkey Dies, but the Alternate Lives On

Pumpkin, the Thanksgiving turkey pardoned by Bush, died, but the alternate is alive and pecking.

Quiz: Arlington National Cemetery

Test your knowledge of the iconic cemetery.

Washington Whispers: Insiders Skeptical of Giuliani Senate Bid Rumors

The GOP wants him to run, but not all are buying rumors Rudy Giuliani will made a bid for the Senate.

November 19, 2009

God & Country: Senate Healthcare Plan Lacks House Bill's Strict Abortion Funding Ban

The measure would permit abortion coverage in a public option and in plans that receive subsidies.

God & Country: Today's Picture: The Dalai Lama in Rome

Tibet's spiritual leader attended a conference in Rome as President Obama wrapped up his China trip.

GOP's Foxx: Republicans Passed Civil Rights Act

Republican House member says it was the GOP, not LBJ or the Democrats, who passed civil rights laws.

David Axelrod on Obama's Presidential Style

The president’s top political strategist on the burdens of the office, his critics, and race.

Washington Whispers: Chamber Not Backing Down in Healthcare Fight

In 7 key states, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce finds opposition to healthcare reform plans.

God & Country: Pew: Abortion Low on List of Concerns for Healthcare Reform Opponents

Abortion is near the bottom of the list of concerns of those opposed to healthcare reform.

Archives Probing Watergate Notes for Hidden Clues

Forensic scientists use latest tools to fill in 18½-minute gap on 1972 Nixon tape.

Former Firefighter Dying of Cancer Makes Plea to Congress to Pass 9/11 Bill

Hundreds of 9/11 responders journeyed to Capitol Hill seeking help for the sick and dying.

China Holds, Mistreats U.S. Man on Secrets Charges

Despite diplomatic pressure, Xue Feng has been held at an unknown location in Beijing for two years.

Obama Says U.S., Allies Discussing Iran Sanctions

The president's warning comes after Iran's refusal to ship its low-enriched uranium abroad.

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