World

Mutated butterflies: Fukushima aftermath continues

August 17, 2012 By Blake Skylar

For those who continue to argue that nuclear energy is both feasible and safe, protesters may have a new, compelling argument: "Tell that to the butterflies."

Women made big gains at Olympics, but challenges remain

August 16, 2012 By Neil Parthun

London's Olympics was the site of laudable developments for women's access to and full participation in major athletic activities.

Indigenous mobilization challenges Colombian government

August 13, 2012 By W. T. Whitney, Jr.

Indigenous resistance in Colombia has become a social movement.

Guitar company used illegal rainforest wood

August 10, 2012 By Blake Skylar

The crime came to light after federal agents raided one of the company's supply outlets in Nashville, Tenn.

Romney’s Bain Capital connected to Salvador death squads?

August 10, 2012 By Emile Schepers

A new dimension of the story of Mitt Romney has now emerged, namely the possible connection of Bain, and Romney, to violent political circles in Latin America.