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Anti-Muslim cartoons provoke furor. Rising calls for respect, dialogue

February 10, 2006

Religious and political leaders around the world appealed for respect, dialogue and an end to violence this week, as protests continued in many countries against publication of caricatures depicting the prophet Muhammad as a terrorist. Initially...

Bushs Enron pal goes on trial; 11 fraud, conspiracy charges for Kenny Boy Lay

February 10, 2006 By Paul Hill

HOUSTON — The trial of former Enron Chairman Ken Lay began at the federal courthouse here Jan. 30. Lay, affectionately dubbed “Kenny Boy” by his longtime pal President George W. Bush, faces 11 conspiracy and fraud...

Cardinal Mahony initiates immigrant rights campaign

February 8, 2006

LOS ANGELES — A leading member of the Catholic Church has condemned a congressional resolution that, he says, further victimizes immigrants. In response he has initiated a campaign for immigrant rights.

U.S. threats to Venezuelas revolution escalate

February 8, 2006

Aggressive maneuvers against Venezuela from the Bush government have reached new heights. Here are some indicators. That a coup against Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez was under way when opposition parties opted out of Venezuela’s December parliamentary...

Venezuela prioritizes Latin American unity

February 8, 2006

Unity is at the top of Venezuela’s agenda for Latin America. Just over a year ago Venezuela and Cuba signed agreements establishing the Bolivarian Alternative for the Americas (ALBA), and President Hugo Chávez’ return to Havana...