Oct 23rd, 2008 · A Maryland man apparently left his fingerprints at the scene of a robbery. One fingerprint in particular. Police say he used a machete to hold up an alleged brothel in Washington D.C. But before he left, one of the victims grabbed the machete and chopped off the robber's right thumb. Police fingerprinted the thumb, and later matched it to the suspect.
Feb 4th, 2008 · On jungle land at the mouth of the Amazon River, one resourceful female farmer has become a master of adaptation in a landscape of constant change. Her story offers an example of how individuals might face the challenges of climate change.
Dec 30th, 2007 · Incumbent President Mwai Kibaki was sworn into office Sunday, amid allegations that the government stole the vote. NPR's Gwen Thompkins visits a Nairobi slum where angry voters carrying machetes, bricks, and large sticks were being held at bay by police and military forces. Jacki Lyden also discusses mounting tensions.
Aug 14th, 2006 · In an effort to reduce the number of stabbings and slashings, Scotland has a measure that would ban such large blades as swords and machetes, and require a license for businesses to sell other "non-domestic" knives.