Israel Declares Short 'Recess' In Gaza Fighting
Jan 7th, 2009 · Israel on Wednesday put military operations on hold for three hours to allow humanitarian workers, food and medical aid to reach Gaza's beleaguered residents.
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Gaza Resident Describes Situation
Jan 6th, 2009 · Violence continued in the Gaza Strip today as reports surfaced of an Israeli strike on a school that killed more than 30 people. Ahmed Abu Hamda, who is a Gaza resident and a news producer for many news networks, including NPR, says everyone is panicked and trying to stay find a safe place to stay.
No, You Can't: Turning Down Inauguration Guests **
Jan 6th, 2009 · Washington, D.C. residents like Veronica Miller have had a shared experience lately — calls from folks they haven't seen in ages, looking for places to stay for the Inauguration. Fortunately, advice columnist Amy Dickinson has tips on how to turn down unwanted houseguests.
In Juarez, Gangs Come In Many Forms **
Jan 6th, 2009 · We talk with residents of Juarez, Mexico about the murders that plague their city. The military has stepped up its presence to try to turn the tide of drug gang violence. But the public is not impressed, and many wish the soldiers would leave.
An Ohio Town With Extreme Unemployment
Jan 6th, 2009 · Van Wert County, Ohio has the highest unemployment rate in a state hit especially hard by job losses. We speak with residents and local officials about what double digit unemployment numbers mean for life in this west central Ohio county.
Police Probing How Prescription Pills Got Into Cake
Jan 6th, 2009 · A Connecticut woman who works at a home for the disabled made a cake for residents. She told police she accidentally spilled prescription pills into the batter. She thought she had retrieved all of them before baking and serving the cake. Apparently she missed some. Employees called police when they spotted the drugs in the cake. Residents and employee were evaluated at local hospitals but did not suffer any ill effects.
Struggling D.C. Neighborhoods Look To Obama
Jan 5th, 2009 · As President-elect Barack Obama makes plans for change at the nation's capitol, communities closer to the center of power are hoping for some help. In Ward 8, one of the poorest communities in Washington, D.C., residents are optimistic.
Tips For Enjoying 2009 Without A Job
Jan 5th, 2009 · When you're out of work, you have more time. And that can be a good thing says our resident humorist. So consider taking all your activities in the New Year slowly ... very slowly.
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