Mexico's drug violence ebbing, leaving a new sense of optimism
Ciudad Juarez, the Mexican border city across from El Paso, Texas, was once one of the most violent in the world. In October, the city recorded 30 murders, the lowest monthly number in five years. On 14 days last month, no murders were reported.
Freed captives held for three weeks say they were not mistreated
Five African aid workers say they are relieved to be back with their families in Niger.
A sixth kidnapped worker was shot and later died of his wounds, they say.
Europe urges end to Myanmar killings and promises aid
In western Myanmar, scores of people were killed in sectarian clashes last month.
The Asian nation is emerging from decades of brutal military rule.
