| |  English Richardson withdrawal disappoints Latinos CNN By Alexander Mooney CNN (CNN) -- Bill Richardson's withdrawal from his commerce secretary nomination Sunday didn't just leave a major gap in the new administration, but it also sorely disappointed Latinos who view the New Mexico governor as their most prominent representative.... photo: AP /Abdelraouf Gas cut: How Europe is coping BBC News Many European countries have been hit by a sudden cut in Russian gas supplies, as sub-zero temperatures coincide with a Russian-Ukrainian row over energy prices. The impact has been felt especially severely in the Balkans. Most of the countries affected are in the European Union. How are they coping? AUSTRIA No more Russian natural gas is being... photo: AP / Ronald Zak UN warned of South Sudan violence BBC News The UN must boost its peacekeepers' mandate in Sudan to protect civilians amid fears political violence could erupt in the south, says an aid agency. Refugees International warns fighting could flare in the next two years due to polls and a referendum on separating southern Sudan from the north. Relations... photo: UN / Tim McKulka Israel to pause Gaza bombardment BBC News Israel says it will halt its bombardment of the Gaza Strip for three hours every day. The decision follows an announcement by Israel that it had agreed to open a humanitarian corridor into Gaza to allow in vital supplies. It comes as pressure is building on Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas to accept a ceasefire deal backed by the UN... What Is Peace? Creators Syndicate Podcast available through: If you like Austin Bay, you might enjoy Oliver North Dennis Prager David Limbaugh As we approach the New Year, hope for Peace on Earth, and wish one another cheer and goodwill, it is fair to damn our terrible condition. Conflict is endemic to our species. The poet Petrarch wrote: "Five great enemies to peace inhabit... |
