An economic collapse. An end to American exceptionalism. Out all chaos and unrest. It isn’t a pretty picture, but it could be a very likely reality for the future of the United States — and Ron Paul isn’t afraid to admit it. As the congressman from Texas takes the lead in Iowa one week before the state’s caucus is set to start, the libertarian-leaning lawmaker is warning of doom and gloom... 

Journalists Johan Persson (L) and Martin Schibbye Two Swedish journalists have been sentenced to 11 years in prison in Ethiopia for supporting terrorism and illegally entering the African state. Reporter Martin Schibbye and photographer Johan Persson were arrested in July after entering the eastern province of Ogaden from Somalia. “The court has sentenced both defendants to 11 years. We have... 

German Chancellor Angela Merkel Newly released figures in Germany indicate that the European country’s debt exceeded two trillion dollars at the end of this year’s third quarter. According to provisional official data published on Tuesday, Europe’s largest economy had a debt totaling 2.028 trillion euros (USD 2.65 trillion) at the end of the third quarter of this year. A statement... 

If you feel like Congress fat cats can’t relate to their fellow Americans anymore, the truth behind the matter might just be that they can’t. While Americans have seen a recession ravage savings accounts, lawmakers on Capitol Hill have only gotten richer. Between the US Senate and House of Representatives, the median net worth for a member of Congress is around $913,000, reports The New York Times.... 

McDonald’s leaves Bolivia healthier forever! After 14 years of presence in the country, and despite all the existing campaigns and having a network, the chain was forced to close the eight restaurants that remained open in the three main cities: La Paz, Cochabamba and Santa Cruz de la Sierra. It is a question of the first Latin-American country that will remain without any McDonald’s,... 

People gather around burnt cars near St. Theresa Catholic Church after a bomb blast in the Madala Zuba district of the Nigerian capital, Abuja, on December 25, 2011. Powerful explosions targeting government offices and churches in Nigeria have left at least 30 people dead and many others injured. On Sunday, more than 30 people were reportedly killed after explosions hit St. Theresa Church during Christmas... 

Do you own flashlights? Or pay with cash instead of a credit card? And do grocery shopping for the week? I do. You probably do – and guess what, according to the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI, that could make both of us terrorists. Recently, a Department of Homeland Security video has been making its way around the Internet; it tells people in no mixed terms that “paying cash is... 

Israel's Iron Dome system The Unites States will give an additional USD 235 million to Israel for the development of its rocket and missile systems at a time that Americans are experiencing dire economic situation. According to Israeli media, a large part of the money is scheduled to be spent for the development of the David’s Sling system, which is designed to intercept medium- to long-range... 

As Santa is once again moving along his annual route around the globe, the penetrating eye of NORAD is tracking his every move. And with Big Brother watching, Old Saint Nick cannot afford to let things slide and leave some good kid without a present. ­During the holidays, the North American Aerospace Defense Command’s mission is to make sure Christmas comes with all the trimmings. The operation... 

The billion-dollar defense complex that keeps America safe and sound is yet again under attack, with an antiquated computer virus now apparently attacking the Pentagon’s drone aircraft fleet. Sykipot, a malicious piece of malware that has been around since at least 2006, was recently waged at the computer systems of US governmental department and defense contractors. Although Symantec, a world-wide... 

Glistening in the setting afternoon sun of an Icelandic winter, the Crystal Cave of Svmnafellsjvkull (CORR) in Skaftafell national park, highlights nature’s beauty. Created by the awesome forces of the Vatnajvkull ice cap in the south of the volcanic island, the deep blue cave was formed by the glacier meeting the coastline. The centuries old ice that has come from the slopes of 6,921 feet tall... 

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin (R) listens to former President of the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev. Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who resigned as president 20 years ago, has urged Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin to listen to the protesters’ demands and step down. “I would advise Vladimir Putin to step down now,” Gorbachev said on Saturday. “It has been enough. Three... 

Just two weeks after the Russian capital saw its biggest opposition rally in nearly twenty years, Russians unhappy with the results of the December 4 parliamentary elections have gathered once again. But this time, it’s in even bigger numbers, with the hopes that their collective voice will be heard. They have come together to protest against vote fraud – and to demand a new ballot. Protest... 

Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem Al Thani The Saudi Arabian monarchy will be overthrown by Qatar very soon, a leaked confidential conversation by Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jassem Al Thani has revealed. According to an audio file which has gone viral on the Internet, the premier said Qatari troops would occupy Qatif in Eastern Province and the Al Saud regime will... 

Herman Cain got secret service protection. Michele Bachmann has a big, fancy bus. Congressman Ron Paul isn’t like other Republicans, however. At least not like those who have chased the GOP’s bid for the 2012 election. The road to the White House is a bumpy one but Rep. Ron Paul is okay with that. So are his supporters in Iowa, apparently, who have come to appreciate the could-be-president’s...