News & Current Events

 

abcnews.
http://abcnews.go.com/
News from ABC with an easy organizational structure. Includes a fact for the day box.

CNN Interactive.
http://www.cnn.com/
News from CNN organized in a clear, crisp fashion with coverage in a wide number of areas.

Conflict in the Middle East
http://teacher.scholastic.com/scholasticnews/indepth/holy_land/
Although this site focuses on the continuing unrest in the Middle East, it includes details about the people and countries in the region. It also includes biographies, maps and more from the publisher, Scholastic.

Future State.
http://www.future.state.gov
The goal of the "Future State" website is to provide students with the opportunity to explore the world of American diplomacy, look at aspects of U.S. foreign affairs, and where and why Foreign diplomacy is important. Sections include News and Events, Fun Activities, and Parents & Educators.

United Nations Cyberschoolbus.
http://www.un.org/pubs/cyberschoolbus/
View information about member nations, take a virtual tour, explore issues of human rights relating to children or take quizzes and play games to help you learn about the countries of the world. Interactive and well designed for school-age children.