It will be challenging. Just between February 2003 and October 2005 alone, there were 221 cases of sexual misconduct. Impunity was often the outcome. The U.N. peacekeepers are immune from local laws. Some countries don't even have sexual assault laws.

Lhasa's historic heart, around the sacred Jokhang temple, was swarming with paramilitary officers and regular police Friday. At least two paramilitary men, in camouflage uniforms, were posted at every alley and street corner in the old town.

The HRN has had a petition in place addressing many of these points. The Security Council lead by the US has finally done the right thing. Now we need to follow up and make sure the ICC is empowered to prosecute the UN Personnel (blue hats).

A great article about Europe and the European Union, the Irish rejection of the EU constitution, and why this constitution won't happen. Great geopolitical insight.

With a historic apology for abuse in aboriginal residential schools, Prime Minister Stephen Harper acknowledged the government's role in a century of removing and isolating children from their homes, families and cultures.

Read how a 16 y old boy discover the way to increase the speed of plastic bags' biodegradation...astonishing!

OMG this is so incredible; you HAVE to see the video. I wish I knew how to post it on here. Guy Negre has developed a car that runs on compressed air, goes up to 60 mph, and can potentially refuel itself in transit.

Canada has apologised for forcing more than 100,000 aboriginal children to attend state-funded Christian boarding schools aimed at assimilating them.

For those who choose to eat meat, it is important to at least choose organic. Consuming non organic meat and dairy means that you are potentially ingesting large quantities of toxins.