Israeli Forces Surround Gaza in Full Assault
Monday, January 5, 2009
Fierce fighting has erupted in the Gaza Strip after Israeli forces launched a ground invasion following a week of air strikes on Hamas targets. Read More
Pope Deplores 'Refusal to Dialogue' Over Gaza Conflict
Monday, January 5, 2009
Pope Benedict XVI issued another call for a cease-fire in Gaza for the sake of the victims "living in anguish and fear" in the midst of attacks. Read More
Richardson Withdraws as Obama Cabinet Pick
Monday, January 5, 2009
New Mexico's Governor Bill Richardson, slated as Obama's Commerce Secretary, withdrew from consideration amidst allegations that he engaged in a pay-to-play deal with a political donor in his state. Read More
Senate Update: Franken Leads Over Coleman
Monday, January 5, 2009
Minnesota's absentee ballots gave Democrat Al Franken a lead of 225 votes over incumbent Norm Coleman, who awaits the state Supreme Court's ruling on other ballots that were rejected from the recount. Read More
New England Targeted Next for Same-Sex Marriage
Monday, January 5, 2009
Gay rights advocates have hailed Connecticut and Massachusetts decisions to allow same-sex marriages in their states but are calling the entire New England region to do likewise by 2012. Read More

