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- Captain Richard Phillips Freed by Navy SEALsLet's give credit where credit is due. A team of Navy SEALs has rescued Captain Richard Phillips from the Somali pirates who were holding him, killing three of the pirates. The operation was approved by President Barack Obama.
Somali Pirates Killed as Captain Phillips Successfully EscapesIf ever there existed a series of events that said "ideal for movie," the story of Captain Richard Phillips and the crew of the Maersk Alabama is one to be told on film. It is a story of bravery and heroism. It is a story of pirates.- Richard Phillips Tries to Escape Pirates - What Would You Do?CNN is reporting that Richard Phillips, captain of the Maersk Alabama, attempted to escape last night. If you were in his place, what would you do?
- Book Review: Only One WayAn indepth review of Only One Way edited by Richard Phillips and co-authored with six other acadamics.
- Believe it or Not, the News Channels Aren't Always RightBelieve it or not, what you see and hear on the news is not always crystal clear and totally objective.
Ten Most Courageous People of 2009All sorts of people do big and small courageous acts all the time. Stop and notice them. Here's ten people (& groups) who were courageous in 2009- And Now the Good News: Where to Look for Good News in Our World and OnlineWe live in a world where things are changing rapidly. It seems like anything can happen and though that is a little frightening, it's also exciting.
- Odd NewsChecking Odd News stories for a laugh and some opinion on the news.
- Pirate Aggression Provides Obama Camp with Unique OpportunityWith pirates attacking U.S. vessels off the coast of Somalia, the Obama administration has an advantageous opportunity to prove their mettle.
Captain Phillips is Rescued from PiratesHow Richard Phillips was rescued off the coast of Somalia.- President Obama Passes His First "Command Test" with Flying ColorsThe President ordered the operation to free Captain Richard Phillips.
- Pirates in Our News TodayOur enemy the pirate, in the news
