In Defense Of The Flag (Sewn For History Class)

07/03/2009

Bob Heft, who sewed the 50-state flag as a high schooler, received a B- for his project. Heft's history teacher accused him of not knowing how many states were in the union at the time. The teacher changed the grade when the design was accepted by Congress.

New Generation Of Iraqi Military Pilots Looks To Sky

07/03/2009

Iraq's military pilots once enjoyed elite status in the country's armed forces. But the Iraqi airforce hasn't really flown for 18 years. At an American airbase outside the city of Kirkuk, a young generation of pilots is learning to fly again.

Gov. Ted Strickland On Ohio's Budget Impasse

07/03/2009

Ohio is facing a $3.2 billion shortfall in its finances. Gov. Ted Strickland has proposed slots at racetracks and spending cuts, but has not been able to reach a deal with the Legislature. The state is operating on a temporary budget for the next few days.

Top envoy in Honduras for talks

07/03/2009

A top Latin American diplomat arrives in Honduras to demand the restoration of ousted President Manuel Zelaya.

Alaska Governor Palin to resign

07/03/2009

Republican ex-vice-presidential hopeful Sarah Palin is to quit as Alaska governor amid speculation about a possible presidential bid.

Russia 'agrees US troop transit'

07/03/2009

An Obama administration official says Russia has agreed to let US troops bound for Afghanistan fly through its airspace.