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Israeli, Palestinian Officials Outline Views on Gaza Battle

As Israel continues strikes on Hamas targets in Gaza amid rocket fire, Israeli Ambassador Sallai Meridor and U.N. Palestinian Observer Riyad Mansour discuss the conflict.

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Ugandan Rebels Kill Nearly 200 in Northeast Congo

By PBS News Hour

Facing a new military campaign aimed at ending their 20-year war, Ugandan Lord's Resistance Army rebels have launched a series of attacks that have killed nearly 200 people in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the U.N. reported Monday.

Famed Singer Eartha Kitt Dies of Cancer at Age 81

Entertainer Eartha Kitt gained international celebrity for her sultry and elegant style before dying of colon cancer at age 81 on Christmas Day. Kitt recently spoke with Gwen Ifill for a PBS special.

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Researchers Hope Obama Team Will Reinvigorate Role of Science Adviser

By PBS News Hour

Scientists and scientific organizations hailed President-elect Barack Obama's choice of top science advisers as a "dream team" this week.

Pakistani Troops Amass at Indian Border as Tensions Grow

By PBS News Hour

Pakistan began moving thousands of troops to the Indian border Friday, raising tensions that have already been simmering since last month's attacks in Mumbai, India.

Israel Opens Gaza Border Despite Rocket Fire

By Admin, PBS News Hour

Israel opened three border crossings into Gaza Friday, allowing in fuel and other goods for the first time in 10 days, as militants fired another round of rockets into Israel.

Local Militias to Help Battle Growing Taliban Resistance in Afghanistan

U.S. and Afghan leaders are preparing to arm local militia groups to help curb rising Taliban violence in Afghanistan. The strategy comes from similar successful efforts in Iraq. Dexter Filkins of the New York Times reports on the development.

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Guinea Officials Surrender as Junta Chief Claims Presidency

By PBS News Hour

Guinea's prime minister and about 30 other government leaders surrendered Thursday at an army barracks, as Capt. Moussa Camara, the head of a military coup, declared himself the new leader of the western African country.

In Case You Missed It: Infrastructure Projects and Economic Growth

On Monday’s NewsHour, Paul Solman examined whether big infrastructure projects, such as the one being considered by President-elect Barack Obama, are an effective way to create new jobs and stimulate the economy. ]>…

U.S. to Send Up to 30,000 More Troops to Afghanistan

By Admin, PBS News Hour

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen said over the weekend that the United States would send an additional 20,000 to 30,000 forces to Afghanistan by summer as violence in the country continued to rise.