What Are We Learning from Reading the News?

North Korea’s Threat

Frustrated and isolated, the North is conducting more missile tests than ever.

Why Strict but Inconsistent Gun Laws Did Not Keep Thailand Safe

Firearm policy is tough for some people and lax for others, a recipe for problems. The horrific attack by an ex-policeman may spur calls for change, but it will not be easy.

Mismanagement and ‘Monster Trains’ Have Wrecked American Rail

Decades of cost-cutting takes a toll.

A Deadly Shooting at an Israeli Checkpoint Sets Jerusalem on Edge

Surging violence claimed the lives of four Palestinians and an Israeli soldier over the weekend, raising tensions on the eve of a Jewish holiday

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The Jewish team is beating the Palestinian team in Israel, up 4-1 in the latest games over there.  Sounds like the lawn needs mowing, fellas (and ladies)?  Crank dat solja boy.