If you want him to smile broadly, don't call him Abe as in Abe Lincoln but address him as Abe as in 'Ahbee'. Despite the often mis-pronunciation of his last name, 60-year-old Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and his Liberal... Continue Reading
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After 53 years of not talking to each other, the United States and Cuba once again will resume full diplomatic relations. The official starting date for the new action has not been announced but is expected to be made in... Continue Reading
The longest pro-democracy campaign on Chinese soil - 75 days -- is over. Seven thousand Hong Kong police officers Thursday (Dec. 11th) swiftly dismantled over 100 tents, barricades and banners on the city's three major neighborhoods. Many of Hong Kong's 7.2 million... Continue Reading