Want a Good Source on American News? Go To China

Well, not to China. Just go to your Web browser. Reader CK reminded me of a Chinese news site I've visited before called Xinhua (China View) - and don't sweat it, they do English - which had a lot of news NOT in our headlines today. I've done a round-up below but feel free to visit yourself.

The U.S and Torture:

UN expert: New U.S. terror law violates international treaties
The new anti-terrorism law approved by the United States earlier this month contains provisions that violate international treaties and contradict the principles of fair trial, a key UN human rights expert said Friday.

North Korea Cites U.S. and South Korea:

DPRK accuses U.S., S Korea of adopting provocative action
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea on Friday accused the United States and South Korea of preparing for a nuclear war against it.The DPRK conducted its first nuclear test on Oct. 9, sparking a harsh reaction from the int'l community.[DPRK conducts nuclear test] FULL STORY

Israel Violates Lebanese Air Space

Lebanon accuses Israel of violating airspace[Special Report]
The Lebanese Army on Friday accused Israeli warplanes of hovering over southern Lebanese areas and violating the country's airspace.

And then there's this:

Global warming + hurricane = goodbye Coney Island