Aug 26th, 2008 · During the past few weeks, large demonstrations have taken place in Kashmir. Muslims have taken to the streets to demand an end to Indian rule. Troops are enforcing a curfew, and shops, schools and businesses are closed.
Jul 26th, 2008 · As the physical reminders of the massive earthquake that killed thousands of school children are swept away, Chinese officials are waging a campaign to tamp down on potential unrest among survivors and bereaved parents.
Jul 18th, 2008 · At a time of outright genocide in Darfur, and civil unrest throughout the Sudan, an unprecedented gathering of musicians from across the war-torn country presented a contrasting picture — one of harmony and unity — at the Sudanese Festival of Music and Dance in Chicago.
Jun 30th, 2008 · In the early 1960s, California was hailed as a model for America's future. But youth unrest at Berkeley and rioting in Watts offered a very different reality. By the end of the 60s, the dream had been badly shaken.
Jun 23rd, 2008 · Zimbabwean opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai has ended his hopes to become the country's next leader. Just days before a special runoff election, Tsvangirai cited fatal intimidation tactics allegedly by supporters of his opponent, incumbent President Robert Mugabe. Zimbabwe freelance reporter Jeffrey Barbee explains the recent developments.
Apr 26th, 2008 · Unrest continued in Zimbabwe on Saturday as the country's electoral commission finally released results of a recount in the parliamentary election. The commission did not say when it would release results of the presidential recount. A reporter for the Zimbabwe Independent newspaper, talks about the growing anger over the delayed results and Friday's brutal government crackdown on opposition activists.
Apr 21st, 2008 · Food shortages across the world are causing unrest and protests. We examine the factors behind famine and how to ward off food riots.
Apr 17th, 2008 · Once the breadbasket of the Roman Empire, Egypt faces growing unrest related to high food prices. Recently, long and sometimes violent lines have formed at bakeries selling subsidized bread, and ordinary Egyptians say it's impossible to make ends meet.