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A Hmong Generation Finds Its Voice in Writing

As the first generation to grow up with a written language — rather than the traditional spoken word — the members of the Hmong American Writers’ Circle are addressing a new kind of coming of age in America.

Six-Day Funeral for Vang Pao, Hmong Hero

Vang Pao was no plain Hmong elder, and his death last month at age 81 has brought forth no ordinary grief for an uprooted nation of Hmong refugees who regarded him as something near a king.

Vang Pao, Laotian General Who Aided U.S., Dies at 81

Vang Pao was a charismatic Laotian general who commanded a secret army of his mountain people in a long, losing campaign against Communist insurgents.

In Northern Vietnam, a Region of Beauty and Ethnic Traditions

In Vietnam’s far north, Ha Giang province is a region of dazzling slopes, serrated ridges and hanging valleys just opening up to foreign visitors.

For Hmong Hunters, a Guiding Voice in Their New Home

A radio host translates California’s wildlife regulations for fellow Hmong immigrants, bridging the gap between tradition and law.

LETTER; A Plea to the World Over Hmong Sent Back to Laos

Letter from Morton Abramowitz and George Rupp expresses dismay over forced return of Hmong to Laos from Thailand

Refugees Are Not Bargaining Chips

The spate of refugee returns in Asia has the urgency of an epidemic that needs to be contained.

WORLD BRIEFING | ASIA; Thailand: Hmong Sent Back To Laos

Thai soldiers evict more than 4,000 Hmong asylum seekers from holding center and forcibly repatriate them to Laos, where they face retribution

Thailand Begins Repatriation of Hmong to Laos

Armed with riot shields and batons, the Thai military began early Monday to forcibly return 4,000 asylum seekers to Laos.

WORLD BRIEFING | ASIA; Thailand: Prime Minister Comments On Mass Deportation of Hmong

Thailand's Prime Min Abhisit Vejjajiva seeks to quiet international concerns about possible expulsion of 4,000 ethnic Hmong to Laos, amid objections by United States officials and human rights groups; Hmong, ethnic minority group grom Laos's rugged mountains, are being held at camp in northern Phetchabun Province; say they fear political persecution in Laos; photo

A Doctor for Disease, a Shaman for the Soul

A California hospital’s attempts to cater to its immigrant patients resulted in a policy allowing for Hmong shamans to practice within their walls.

U.S. Drops Case Against Exiled Hmong Leader

Gen. Vang Pao had been accused of plotting to overthrow the Communist government in his native Laos.

In Afghanistan, Less Can Be More

The counterinsurgency lessons that the C.I.A.’s Bill Lair imparted in the 1960s are relevant today: Keep your footprint small.

From a Hinterland, Hmong Forge a Home

Since arriving more than 30 years ago, Hmong refugees have thrived in Cacao, French Guiana, a former prison colony in South America.

Letters

Matt Bai's May 18 article on Sen John McCain candidacy for president prompts letters from Sean Pollock, Maureen Dolan Rosen, Owen Stanley Survan, Donna Panzarino and Dennis Hall; photo; Peggy Orenstein's May 18 article on Sen Hillary Rodham Clinton's candidacy prompts letters from Adrienna Huffman, Paula Perrone and Gordon Hutchinson; Chia Youyee Vang and Louisa Schein letters comment on Tim Weiner's May 11 on Gen Vang Pao, Hmong general who fought for US in Laos

Local News

DOWNTOWN | 2 teens break into CNN newsroom

Two teenagers were arrested for breaking into a secure newsroom at CNN Center in Downtown Atlanta Thursday.

RIVERDALE | Mother of two found murdered

A mother of two in Riverdale has been murdered, and her family will not allow her to be "just another victim."

BUFORD | High school football coach, 30, dies after heart attack

A Buford High School teacher and coach died Thursday morning after suffering a massive heart attack.

Six-legged lamb attracts visitors

A town in the Country of Georgia is getting a big kick out of a six-legged lamb. The lamb has four legs in the front, and two in the back and has become quite the attraction in the town. 

What do Atlantans say?

First it was flash mobs, then it was planking.  Now, "'things' (fill in the blank) say" is the Internet meme of the moment.

MIDTOWN | How to save your dog or cat's life

Emergencies happen all the time, without warning. But when it's your pet that's in trouble, would you know what to do?

CDC | Home births rise nearly 30 percent in U.S.

The rate of home births in the United States has made a dramatic upturn since 2004.

AD WATCH | Matthew Broderick reviving Ferris Bueller in Super Bowl ad?

It looks like Matthew Broderick may be playing Ferris Bueller again, 25 years later.

Deals on big TVs less super this year

Consumers looking for deals on new big-screen HDTVs before the Super Bowl -- traditionally a good time to score savings -- will need  to step up their game this post-season.

Erase DUI convictions after five years, says state legislator

A Milledgeville Republican in the House wants the state to expunge DUI convictions after five years if the offender has no more violations.

Health & Wellness

'Miami Thong Lift' doctor says business is booming

On busy South Dixie Highway near Coconut Grove, Florida it's hard to miss the signs for the Miami Thong Lift.

MIDTOWN | How to save your dog or cat's life

Emergencies happen all the time, without warning. But when it's your pet that's in trouble, would you know what to do?

CDC | Home births rise nearly 30 percent in U.S.

The rate of home births in the United States has made a dramatic upturn since 2004.

ATHENS | UGA launches statewide obesity initiative

UGA has launched an initiative to help the state address a growing epidemic of adult and childhood obesity.

NASTAD: Georgia has longest AIDS wait list in nation

Some new numbers that say Georgia is leading the nation in a horrific stat, saying the state has the longest waiting list for AIDS treatment.

FLOWERY BRANCH | Panel mulls merge of NFL concussion suits

More than 300 NFL players nationwide are suing the league for health problems stemming from concussions.

Ex-head of French breast implant maker arrested

The former top executive of a French company at the center of a breast implant scandal has been arrested.

Ultrasonic procedure destroys fat in problem areas

There's a new treatment just approved by the FDA that promises a trimmer tummy and less love handles without surgery.

School lunches to have more veggies, whole grains

Schoolchildren's favorite lunch -- the ubiquitous frozen pizza -- is about to get healthier.

Patients burned by making meth in soda bottles

A crude new method of making methamphetamine poses a risk even to Americans who never get anywhere near the drug.

Business News

Netflix drops plan to rent video games

Netflix has scrapped plans to add video games to its online rental service.

Car makers support Calif.'s new 'clean car' regs

Automakers expressed support for proposed rules to require carmakers to build more electric and other hybrid cars by 2025.

Economy likely ended 2011 with strong growth

Last year was a weak one for the economy, but it likely ended on a hopeful note.

Parent of Obama-backed battery maker goes bankrupt

The parent company of an electric car battery maker that received a $118 million grant from the Obama administration has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Spirit Airlines lashes out against new airfare rule

Spirit Airlines isn't happy with the new airline price advertising rule. The big "Warning!" sign popping up on the carrier's website makes that pretty clear.

JC Penney's slashing prices on all merchandise

J.C. Penney is permanently marking down all of its merchandise by at least 40% so shoppers will no longer have to wait for a sale to get the lowest prices in its stores.

Delta diverting some polar flights due to solar storm

Delta Air Lines told Reuters early Wednesday that they were diverting some flights on transpolar routes between North America and Asia due to the solar storm bombarding the Earth.

Fed to show members' views on interest rate moves

Federal Reserve policymakers present a quarterly economic forecast Wednesday as part of a new effort toward transparency.

CEOs defend capitalism at anguished Davos forum

Some of the world's top CEOs are admitting that capitalism is worsening inequalities, but they say it's better than any alternative.

Some file-sharing sites drop the sharing

Caution is spreading among popular file-sharing services known for letting users circulate pirated Hollywood content.

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