My News Roundups
Short summaries of the top global news. Matt Chisek has contributed 16, including:
House to begin work on health care law substitute
House Republicans stepped up their campaign against President Obama's health care overhaul Thursday, voting to begin drafting a measure to replace the controversial new law.
Chernobyl: Environmental dead zone or eco-haven?
In Chernobyl, Northern Ukraine, the absence of humans has seen nature seemingly flourish in the town's deserted streets, squares and buildings, apparently defying the radiation that leaked out when reactor number four exploded on April 26, 1986.
McDonald’s sued over Happy Meals
The Center for Science in the Public Interest has sued Mcdonalds, accusing the chain of using toys in its Happy Meals to persuade children buy more.
McDonald’s sued over Happy Meals
Center for science in the public interest has sued Mcdonalds, accusing them of using the toys in happy meals to persuade children buy more of their products.
Riots in Rome after Berlusconi survived confidenced votes by a narrow margin
Riot police clashed in Rome with protesters trying to confine them in designated areas. Angry protesters threw rocks and bottles while police responded with hear gas. Protesters set fire to cars and trash containers, and threw paint and smoke bombs.
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