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How Many Nuclear Bombs Is Enough Nuclear Bombs?
President Obama just called for extending cuts to U.S. nuclear arsenals. The idea of minimum deterrence is gaining legitimacy.
Is Anyone Counting the Guns in Syria?
Two years ago, illegal arms deals helped Libya's rebels topple a dictator. Now it's Syria's turn, and the rules haven't changed.
A Security Scholar Talks About the NSA Scandal
"They’ve established a Google for police and intelligence operations by siphoning off all the data that we’re producing through telecommunications and other forms of data production."
Could Richard Ramirez Have Terrorized a Whole City Today?
When he walked the streets of Los Angeles in the '80s, community members lived in constant fear of the Night Stalker.
Jolie’s Mastectomy: Celebrities Serve as Medical Role Models
Researchers found Nancy Reagan’s decision to have a breast removed influenced the choices of American women facing a similar medical issue.
Hurricane Sandy’s Wide Path-Let’s Not Forget
I feel for all those people back east who are standing in lines to get gas for generators,…
Waterfalls and Surprises
El Hippo, the water horse, finds a waterfall in the dry and dusty Valle de Guadalupe.
When Grading Papers, Red Ink May Mean Lower Scores
New research suggests the use of red ink by teachers to correct students’ work may result in harsher evaluations.