1.) Prime Rate: The prime rate refers to a reference interest rate used by banks. The prime rate is newsworthy because it is being lowered in an attempt to stimulate the economy.
2.) Tibet: Tibet is a region in Central Asia that is under the rule of the Chinese government. It has been especially newsworthy lately as the Summer Olympics approach. There has been much protest over human rights crimes in Tibet. Hillary Clinton recently called on President Bush to boycott the opening ceremonies in China.
3.) Colombia Trade Agreement: On April 13th President Bush sent this free-trade agreement to Colombia. The agreement has met much protest from Democrats who claim that the Colombian government has not done enough to stop violence, protect workers and fight against paramilitary groups.
4.) Iraqi Military, Militia, U.S. Military, Green Zone: In 2003 American forces claimed a region in Central Baghdad and used it for coalition groups. Since the original invasion, many parts of the Green Zone have been handed over to the newly emerging Iraqi government and military by the U.S. Military. The new U.S. Embassy is being built in a southern section of the Green Zone.
5.) Benedict XVI: Benedict XVI is the reigning pope of the Roman Catholic Church. He has made recent news because of his upcoming (Wednesday) visit to the White House. This will be only the second time the pope has visited the White House.
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