Sightings
Nobel Prize in Medicine to Robert G. Edwards for the development of in vitro fertilization
Approximately four million individuals have so far been born following IVF. Many of them are now adult and some have already become parents. A new field of medicine has emerged, with Robert Edwards leading the process all the way from the fundamental discoveries to the current, successful IVF therapy. His contributions represent a milestone in the development of modern medicine. more »
US State Department Travel Alert/Warning
The State Department alerts US citizens to the potential for terrorist attacks in Europe. Current information suggests that al-Qa’ida and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks. European governments have taken action to guard against a terrorist attack and some have spoken publicly about the heightened threat conditions. more »
Woman of Note: One Life, Katharine Graham
From her entrée to the world of journalism to her formidable attainment of power, the National Portrait Gallery’s One Life: Katharine Graham exhibition presents a multifaceted view of the woman whose personal tenacity had the ability to shape the nation more »
Take a Quiz About Your Religious Knowledge
How much do you know about religion? And how do you compare with the average American? Here's your chance to find out. Take the Pew's 15-question quiz, and see how you do in comparison with 3,412 randomly sampled adults who were asked. more »
