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Algeria Hostage Crisis Leaves Dozens Dead

At least 18 foreign hostages are still unaccounted for after a raid by Algerian forces resulted in dozens of deaths yesterday, according to various news reports.

The Media Sees What It Wants To See

Corruption and poverty become buzz words whenever there's violence in Africa. How can we look beyond conflict, and instead provide opportunities to create wealth?

Donate Diplomacy To Mali, Not Weapons

The U.S., E.U. and Japan are giving millions to fund weapons, troops and air strikes in Mali. But is statesmanship, more than a call to arms, needed for a ceasefire?