- Sichuan Quake Claims 12,000; Rescuers Scrambling
Rescue workers in central China were trying to clear rubble from schools and flattened homes Tuesday as they searched for survivors from the deadliest earthquake to hit the country in three decades. At least 12,000 are reported dead and another 19,000 are feared buried under debris. - McCain Targets Independents with 'Green' Effort
Sen. John McCain's recent emphasis on his approach to climate change signals a break with Bush administration policy. He hopes in part to sway Pacific Northwest voters — and independents elsewhere. - Nissan Builds Buzz with Plans for Electric Car
Despite warning of "tougher times" because of the weak U.S. economy, Nissan Chief Executive Carlos Ghosn said Tuesday that the automaker plans to become the global leader in zero-emission vehicles. - Rains Slow Rescue Process in China
Rescue workers are struggling to dig people out of the rubble following a massive earthquake in southwest China. Robert Siegel, co-host of All Things Considered, discusses the situation from the hard-hit city Chengdu. - English Teacher Feels Aftershocks in China
Rebecca Stormer lives about 30 miles from the epicenter of the earthquake. The tremors have been getting more mild, she reports — just as yet another aftershock hits. - How Much Aid is Getting to Myanmar?
Relief organizations are starting to get aid to Myanmar after last week's cyclone. Andrew Kirkwood, Myanmar's country director for Save the Children, offers an update. - U.S. Drops Charges Against '20th Hijacker'
The Pentagon announced today that charges have been dropped against a detainee at Guantanamo Bay who allegedly intended to participate in the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. Five other accused 9/11 plotters are now on their way to trial at Guantanamo.
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