International – Page 267

South American & African countries hold historic meeting

October 7, 2009

Leaders of more than 60 South American and African countries met on Margarita Island, Venezuela, last month, raising the possibility of a new bloc of nations that can reduce their dependence on the U.S. and other...

A U.S. musician pays tribute to Mercedes Sosa

October 7, 2009 By Bill Meyer

Argentinian folksinger Mercedes Sosa was known the world over as “the voice of the voiceless.”

Iraq violence down and different, analysts say

October 6, 2009 By Susan Webb

Violence in Iraq is down sharply compared to a year ago, and has also changed its nature, analysts say.

Mercedes Sosa, Argentinian singer for justice, dies

October 6, 2009 By Sijisfredo Avilés

Mercedes Sosa, who died Sunday, will live in the hearts of lovers of the Nueva Cancion and of social justice.

A revealing documentary about Iran

October 5, 2009 By Bill Meyer

At a time when Iran is taking center stage in world events, film fans have a unique opportunity to see the country in a different light.