Obama Plans ‘Listening Tour’ of Israel

WORLD Obama Plans ‘Listening Tour’ of Israel When U.S. President Barack Obama arrives in Israel on Wednesday, he will not be carrying detailed plans for a Middle East peace process. Instead, Obama has planned a “listening tour,” where he looks forward to hearing both Israeli and Palestinian proposals for increased diplomacy. National Geographic Emerging Explorer Aziz Abu Sarah is a cultural educator working to build … Continue reading Obama Plans ‘Listening Tour’ of Israel

A Look Back: “Top 10 Most Important Geographical Events of 2008”

About.com’s Geography expert Matt Rosenberg recently compiled a great list of the “10 Most Important Geographical Events of 2008.” The list recalls Kosovo’s independence last February, the 2008 Beijing Olympics in the summer, and geography’s huge role in the race for the U.S. Presidency.                                                         From the way 2009 has begun, Matt won’t be scavenging for material come December.  Only 5 days into the … Continue reading A Look Back: “Top 10 Most Important Geographical Events of 2008”