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MCASD purchases a work by detained Chinese artist Ai Weiwei for its permanent collection.

Egypt's international allies have noticed signs that old agreements may no longer hold. While nothing is certain, Egypt's stance toward Israel and the Palestinians seems likely to shift most dramatically. There are indications "it won't be an easy ride for Israel anymore," an analyst says.

While many have felt a sense of relief since Osama bin Laden was killed in Pakistan, some Pakistani Americans have mixed feelings — some fear being stereotyped, while others are concerned the event will hurt U.S.-Pakistan relations.

Raj Rajaratnam, co-founder of Galleon Group, was convicted Wednesday of 14 federal charges. Prosecutors said he made a fortune by coaxing a crew of corporate tipsters to give him an illegal edge on blockbuster trades in technology and other stocks.

There are currently more than 200 electric only vehicles on local roads, but experts are predicting that number could increase to 2000 by December. We speak to KPBS Business Reporter Erik Anderson about the advances in electric car technology, and what local utilities are doing to prepare for the increase in electric vehicles.

Why do you think the move toward democracy in the Arab world seems to to have gotten stronger than the move toward Jihad?

Learn how the local Muslim community and people who lost loved ones in 9/11 are reacting to the news that al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden has been killed. Plus, find out what the local military community thinks about the news. And, hear how bin Laden's death could impact terrorist networks around the world.

Amateur radio operators are helping to restore emergency communication in some of the areas hardest hit by the tornadoes in the South. But those volunteers say their ability to provide that help is threatened by a new bill in Congress.

The Vatican is delving into the case of a 6-year-old boy in Washington state whose doctors say a flesh-eating bacteria nearly killed him. The Catholic Church is trying to determine whether his recovery is a miracle that can be attributed to a Native American who lived in the 1600s.

Balboa Park's Spreckels Pavilion organist is paid a performance rate of $555, which comes out of the city's parks and rec budget. As the city looks at major budget cuts for libraries and parks, should the historic Spreckels organ be silenced?