The Endangered Species Act has been very successful for birds: 85% of the protected birds have maintained or increased their populations.

I wonder what is causing the failures with the other 15% of birds.

US air power has proved to be ineffective for winning wars.

Israel attacked Palestinian fishermen, captured them, didn't treat their wounds, and took their boats.

Palestinian officials propose compromises on the right of refugees to return to territory that is now Israel.

For Americans with chronic pain, the crackdown on narcotic painkillers potentially threatens to drive them to death.