In this world, there are many degrees of poverty, and many of us will never comprehend why in this day and age, poverty and hunger are still around, even in our backyards – in countries that are well-developed. There are many people going to bed hungry every day, and some are even lucky if they have a bed. (more…)

Monday, German President Horst Köhler resigned from his position. With his wife at his side, an emotional Köhler announced, “”I declare my resignation from the office of president — with immediate effect.”

Köhler’s quit leaves a vacuum that will add even more to Angela Merkel’s growing political worries, in between of criticism over a lack of decisive leadership, and a four-year low rating for her government in opinion polls. (more…)