Oct 29th, 2008 · Though he now lives in Seattle, folk musician Darren Smith grew up across Washington's eastern border in the small college town of Moscow, ID. With a secluded population of only 22,000, Moscow bills itself as the "Heart of the Arts." It might sound like an unlikely title, but Moscow, ID is also the home of singer-songwriter Josh Ritter. "Maybe it's the cold winters and isolation that brings out the artistic drive in people," Smith says.
Sep 22nd, 2008 · As questions swirl over Kim Jong Il's health, there is no sign he has relinquished control over the secluded North Korea. Experts say that whoever succeeds Kim may feel compelled to demonstrate control through military means.
Mar 14th, 2008 · In Michael Haneke's new film, a wealthy American family opens the door of their secluded vacation home to two strangers -- who proceed to torture them in a series of sadistic games. David Edelstein has a review.
Aug 17th, 2007 · The majestic Old Faithful Inn is more than 100 years old and sits on one of the most active earthquake zones in the country. Beyond a seismic retrofit, the Inn's vintage wiring and plumbing is being replaced and updated. It's specialized, intensive work in a secluded place.
Jan 23rd, 2006 · The leader of Mexico's Zapatista rebel group now wants to be the nation's next president. Subcommandante Marcos, who's been secluded in a jungle hideout for years, is now traveling around the country to gather support for his plan to rebuild Mexico's political system. Michael O'Boyle reports.