BAGHDAD – Iraq’s cabinet overwhelmingly approved a security pact with the U.S. on Sunday, accepting the presence of U.S. troops until 2012. The deal detailing the conditions of U.S. presence still needs parliamentary approval, and lawmakers could vote as soon as Nov. 24.
SOMALIA - On Sunday, an armed group captured a Japanese freighter off the coast of Somalia. [...]

Public schools in Florida have to implement a uniformed anti-bullying policy; sales of weapons have increased since Barack Obama won the presidency; Iraqi-owned oil company signs $3.5 billion contract with Chinese-owned CNPC; Iran test-fired a new missile near the border with Iraq

As the Democratic National Convention begins this week, so do the questions remain regarding the party’s candidate, Barack Obama. Is he too young? Inexperienced? Ready to lead the nation in a time of war?