Chinese Miners Rescued; NZ Still Waits

Chinese Miners Rescued; NZ Still Waits


Rescue workers in China safely rescued 29 miners who'd been trapped in a flooded mine. But in New Zealand there's still no word on the fate of 29 who'd been caught in a mine blast Friday. (22 November 2010)

Viktor Bout extradited to USA

Viktor Bout extradited to USA


The alleged Russian arms trafficker Viktor Bout has left Thailand after being handed over to US authorities.

After months of intense political pressure from both Washington and Moscow, the Thai government agreed with an earlier Appeals Court decision to extradite Bout to the United States early on Tuesday.

China laps US in efficiency

China laps US in efficiency

A construction crew in the South of China constructed a hotel in less than a week; it was built with all pre-fabricated material. It appears the US is afraid of the new economic heights China is reaching after learning of this impressive achievement. China has now surpassed Japan in economic growth, giving the US economy a run for its money

Obama Seeks More Market Access, Jobs for America

Obama Seeks More Market Access, Jobs for America


President Barack Obama appealed to Asian leaders for greater access to fast-growing markets, proclaiming "the United States is here to stay" and saying its prosperity is tied inextricably to the success of its Pacific trading partners. (Nov. 12)