Morning

How Far Would You Go to See a Tree?

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December 21st 2011
The baby’s head pressed firmly into my ribcage; the mother kept cracking her own head sharply on my bony shoulder, though this didn’t seem to disturb her sleep.<span><span><span><span><span> Abby dozed fitfully against the window on the opposite side. Our bags were crammed in around our feet. <span>There was no way I could move. And all I could see in front ... read more

Africa » Madagascar

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Formerly an independent kingdom, Madagascar became a French colony in 1896, but regained its independence in 1960. During 1992-93, free presidential and National Assembly elections were held, ending 17 years of single-party rule. In 1997, in the seco... ... read more