Who are Somalia's pirates?
A Monitor Q&A reveals who's behind the modern-day pirates, how they got so good at taking ships, and what's being done to stop them.
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Timothy Geithner, head of the New York Federal Reserve Bank, is reportedly Obama's top pick for Treasury secretary.
Prospect of Geithner at Treasury buoys markets. Will it last?
An auto bailout, a second stimulus package, and foreclosure help are on hold as Washington awaits the new administration.
Arab countries meet to tackle Somali pirate threat
Egypt hosted Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Sudan, Yemen, and the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia on Thursday in a bid to protect valuable maritime trade routes from pirates.
An Obama dog: for the kids... and the country
Presidential dogs have served as distractions for the press, image enhancers, and even tools of foreign policy.
How would Hillary Clinton do as top US diplomat?
Some raise questions, but most analysts - left and right - think she's qualified.
Iran: Will talks happen under Obama?
A period of reestablishing relations with Iran's partners seems likely. Also expect contacts with lower-tier Iranian officials.
Will Stevens's ouster be good for Alaska?
He delivered 'the goods,' but his successor aims to do things the senator couldn't, like open ANWR to drilling.
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