American Appointed Rwandan Politico

By D.J. Siegel/Kigali
A Chicago-based millionaire stock trader will step in as CEO of the Rwanda Development Board, a position accountable only to national President Paul Kagame. Rwandans react to the unconventional choice.

Rwandans March on German Embassy

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By D.J. Siegel/Kigali
Thousands of Rwandan citizens march on the German embassy in Kigali in protest of the arrest of one of their government's top aides.

Piracy Sparks High-Tech Defenses

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By D.J. Siegelbaum/London
As the frequency of piracy on the high seas grows, many ship owners aren't willing to wait for the navy to help them out.

When Peacekeepers Prey on Children

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By D.J. Siegelbaum/London
A devastating report accuses U.N. peacekeepers as well as aid workers of engaging in the sexual abuse of children in disaster areas and war zones.

'Star Wars' is My Co-Pilot

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By D.J. Siegelbaum/London
The co-founder of a 'Star Wars' religion talks about his beliefs on the eve of the movie's 31st anniversary.

Dalai Lama: No Olympic Protests

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By D.J. Siegelbaum/London
Tibet's spiritual leader takes a conciliatory tone towards Beijing while visiting London, but with not without conditions.

In Iraq and Afghanistan, Dogs Also Serve

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By D.J. Siegel/Washington D.C.
Hundreds of military dogs have been deployed to the Middle East, and dozens more in the U.S. provide assistance and companionship to injured veterans. Here’s how military dogs are helping our troops abroad and at home.

Rwandan Genocide Orphanage Heeds Holocaust Model

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By D.J. Siegel/Kigali
A Rwandan orphanage modeled on those constructed for Holocaust survivors welcomes 120 victims of the 1994 genocide, which claimed 800,000 lives.