Pulling Troops Out of Iraq

America is now considering pulling some of its troops out of Iraq as early as September. At least one of the 15 combat brigades may be withdrawn, allowing them to return to their families. Nothing is final as of yet, but it could represent a much awaited homecoming for many families.

Drought in Australia

Australia is suffering one of the worst droughts in its history, which happens to be mostly focused on one of their most important crop growing regions. This drought has lasted nearly a decade, and threatens their very way of life. Without the water that is necessary for life, the food supplies are greatly decreasing. Australia could be in a very bad situation if this continues.

Afghanistan Refugee Camps

Reports show the situation for Afghani refugees trying to return home from neighboring countries. Organizations have set up refugee camps to harbor the refugees and provide them a place to live. Apparently the wells have run dry, the water supplies are low, they can barely get enough food, and many are considering just returning to the cities that are already established, even though they can't afford to live there. It seems the efforts to aid these displaced people are failing miserably.

American Man Wounded by Bulls in Spain.... and Everyone Cares

In Pamplona during the annual San Fermin Festival, they release huge bulls to run through the streets. Just because something is tradition doesn't mean it's not incredibly stupid. Why people would do this, I don't know. What intrigues me more is why this hit the worldwide news. According to the Navarra regional government, a 31-year-old American was hospitalized with a severe head injury. He regained consciousness later and will go through tests to see how badly he was damaged. I can almost guarantee that hundreds of Spaniards are wounded or even killed in this silly festival each year. But this time an AMERICAN got hurt, and that makes it world news worthy. It's listed in news right above the Afghanistan refugee crisis. I think America needs to gain some serious perspective.