Food riots in Mozambique have killed 10 people and led to 142 arrests. Reuters Africa reports that because of a 30 percent increase in bread prices, angry citizens have organized bloody, fiery protests via text messages. Wheat prices have soared because of drought in Russia. Farmers markets are pe ... More >>
The Sheldon brings the art
The story of an ’80s anti-apartheid activist carries overtones of the present.
Week of October 26, 2006
