The American flag carried by U.S. soldiers at BaltimoreÕs Fort McHenry on September 14, 1814, is preserved and on display at the National Museum of American History in Washington on November 19, 2008. The flag, raised to celebrate a crucial victory over British forces during the War of 1812, inspired Francis Scott Key to write the Star-Spangled Banner, the United States National Anthem. The museum, closed for renovations for two years, reopens to the public on November 21. (UPI Photo/Roger L. Wollenberg)
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Israel's half a step forward
The May cover of The Atlantic magazine, a respected monthly, was daring. The headline was unbelievable for an American publication: "Is Israel Finished?" The Star of David was larger than the characters on the cover which was adorned by the four colors of the Palestinian flag –– red, white, black and green.
Geek gear goes haute couture
Gadgets have gone from geek fashion to haute couture with the debuts of crystal encrusted USB drives and Giorgio Armani-designed mobile telephones at the Consumer Electronics Show stage.
OP-ED: David Chambers
Will foreign pressure help save Darfur?
EgyptAir to join Star Alliance
EgyptAir said Tuesday it has been admitted as as a member of the Star Alliance group of airlines.
Expo in Ahmadinejad's Iran showcases avant-garde art
A video installation by world-famous US artist Bill Viola. Contemporary Japanese art tackling AIDS.
Britney Spears dumped by manager
Britney Spears has been dumped by her managers, as the troubled pop princess struggles to rebuild her career following a heavily-criticized public performance, earlier this month.
