The man accused in the 2001 Mothers Day shootings was denied bond Wednesday. Amos Hicks appeared before Judge Stevens in McDowell County Circuit Court charged with murder, malicious assault and conspiracy

Nebraska approves 30-day age limit on 'safe haven' law (CBC)

Lawmakers in Nebraska gave final approval on Friday to adding a 30-day age limit to the state's "safe haven" law to protect unwanted newborns from being abandoned in potentially dangerous situations.

Residents Participate In Keep Colorado Working Day (CBS4 Denver)

Gov. Bill Ritter on Thursday encouraged Coloradans across the state to take part in Keep Colorado Working Day. The founder of JobsList.com had lots of advice for people looking for work.

Women refuse to give birth on Singles Day (China Daily)

An unusually small number of babies were born in Hubei Hospital of Women and Children in Wuhan on Nov 11, as mothers sought to avoid giving birth on Singles Day.

Two community centers opened in Hancesti (Moldova.org)

The maternity center “PRO-femina” was opened in Hancesti town on November 20. On the same day, a community center for children and youth called “Perspectiva” was inaugurated in Lapusna village of the same district. ”PRO-femina” will focus on the prevention of child abandonment and on the social integration of the mothers in difficulty. It will also contribute to the social and family integration ...