Hitchens on ‘Topic of Cancer’
Christopher Hitchens takes us through this initial weeks with cancer with brutal introspection and wry humor.
BP Spill Damage Exaggerated?
Now that the flood of oil flowing into the Gulf of Mexico from BP’s Deepwater Horizon rig has been staunched, some are arguing that the prophesied environmental catastrophe was greatly overblown.
Debunking The “White House Wanted Libyan Bomber Released” Story
Today’s outrage of the day comes in the form of a new report claiming that the United States supported the release of the only man accused. But the report itself proves that isn’t what happened.
Not Every Soldier Is A “Hero”
Contrary to what you read on bumper stickers, retired Lt. Col William Astore argues that not every soldier is a hero. He’s right.
British National Health Service in Trouble?
Depending on which papers you read, the British NHS is undergoing minor restructuring, secretly planning major cuts in basic services, or doing nothing of concern.
Did BP Help Get Lockerbie Bomber Released From Prison ?
As if the Gulf Oil Spill weren’t enough, there are now allegations that BP played a role in the release of the only man convicted in the murder of 190 Americans.
Lockerbie Bomber Not Dying After All
It turns out that Abdel Basset Ali al-Megrahi isn’t dying after all, at least not any faster than any other human being.
Al Gore Sex Scandal: Evidence Thin
Al Gore has been accused of sexually assaulting a “masseuse” in a Portland hotel room.
Rue McClanahan Dead at 76
The actress best known for her role as Blanche Deveraux on “The Golden Girls” has died of a stroke.
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