Mark Zuckerberg edges out Julian Assange, the Tea Party and the Chilean miners to become the face of 2010
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Border Patrol Agent Killed in Southern Arizona
A border Patrol agent was shot and killed north of the Arizona-Mexico border while trying to catch bandits who target illegal immigrants. (Dec. 15)
Riots in Greece over Cuts: Athens Austerity Anarchy
A fresh national strike has paralyzed Greece, with more rallies against sweeping new austerity measures being held. The government's plans aim to reduce debt, in order to meet the conditions set by an international bailout. The unions triggered the 24-hour general strike in reaction to newly approved labor reforms and pay cuts to public servants.
Greek Protestors Clash With Police
Action video of Greece riots as fire bombs, stones fly in Athens
Hundreds of protesters clashed with riot police across central Athens on Wednesday, smashing cars and hurling gasoline bombs during a nationwide labour protest against the government's latest austerity measures. The former Development Minister Costis Hatzidakis was attacked by protesters outside a luxury hotel. He was escorted, bleeding from the scene as his attackers yelled "thieves" at him.Assange Being Held in Solitary Confinement; Awaits High Court Appearance
itnnews--December 15, 2010--WikiLeaks founder Julian Assagne spends another night in jail awaiting an appeal hearing.
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