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Syrian soap opera <em>Wilada min al-Khasira</em> is incorporating current events into its storylines, including tough subjects such as torture and the detention of anti-government protesters. The third season of the popular show begins this week.

Syria's War (The Official Version) Plays Out On TV

The highly lucrative Syrian television industry continues to turn out programs — largely from neighboring Lebanon — as the country's civil war continues. The shows are evolving to reflect current events, as envisioned by the government.

German activists used a light projection on the U.S. Embassy in Berlin in the pre-dawn hours of Sunday. The Stasi were the former East German police who spied on citizens during the communist era.

In Protest, German Activists Light Up U.S. Embassy

With a reference to the East German Stasi, the guerrilla art project used the Berlin Embassy to object to the U.S. surveillance programs.

What It Takes To Cure Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis

How contagious is tuberculosis? How could one-third of the world's population be infected with the bacteria? Dr. Mel Spigelman of TB Alliance answers five common questions about the infectious disease.

The Nourishmat, which is inspired by <a href="http://www.squarefootgardening.org/?page_id=1607">Square Foot Gardening</a>, makes it easy to grow 15 to 20 pounds of food in a small space with a plastic mat that serves as a garden planting guide.

Why Micro-Gardening Could Go Big

Micro-gardens are small spaces, such as balconies, patios and rooftops, cultivated with planting containers like wooden boxes and trash cans. Now, creative reuse of old materials and some new tools for sale are making it easier for urban dwellers to stretch their green thumbs.

Do Egyptians Consider Morsi's Ousting A 'Coup?'

Host Michel Martin continues her conversation about Egypt's turmoil and its future. She speaks with Abderrahim Foukara of Al-Jazeera, and Egyptian protestor Heba Gamal.

Egyptians wave their national flag as army helicopters fly over Cairo's Tahrir Square on July 4, the day after the military ousted President Mohammed Morsi. Egypt's military receives $1.3 billion annually from the U.S.

A Coup Or Not In Egypt? $1.5 Billion In U.S. Aid At Stake

Egypt is a leading recipient of U.S. aid, but U.S. law forbids such assistance following a military coup. The Obama administration has declined to take a position, but some key U.S. lawmakers are demanding a suspension of aid, most of which goes to the military.

Thousands of people gathered in Manhattan's Union Square in March 2012 to call for an arrest in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin. Similar rallies were held all over the country.

One Trayvon Martin Case, But Two Very Different Trials

The trial of George Zimmerman has been about big social issues in the nation, like race, politics and gun laws. But those issues have been sidelined in the courtroom.

As Banjo Billy drives to one of seven anchor sites that make up the 100-minute tour, he tells crime, ghost and historical stories about buildings along the way.

Banjo Billy's Bus Tour: History, Mystery And Bad Jokes

Boulder, Colo., is usually associated with hiking and the outdoors. But one tour guide makes the town's history come alive through humor.

L.A. Embraces Dodger Rookie Yasiel Puig

Dodgers rookie Yasiel Puig is a one-man phenomenon. He ignited a team once cemented in last place with his aggressive style that has him hitting above .400. Puigmania is everywhere in the city.

Minor League Baseball Team Loses An Important Member

Chase entertained fans of the Trenton Thunder for most of his 13 years. The gold retriever was so renowned he was honored last month at Yankee Stadium. And the Thunder threw him a retirement party last week. Chase died Monday — his son Derby will now take his place.

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