2009 News

The Major News Stories Of 2009 (VIDEO)

Posted 05.25.2011

As 2009 draws to a close, the AP takes a look back at the major world news stories of the year. From the war in Afghanistan to the protests in Iran, ...

Happy New Year, from HuffPost Bloggers

Posted 05.25.2011

HuffPost Bloggers of all stripes and creeds have weighed in with New Year's wishes, commentary, lists, advice, and predictions. Check out our comprehensive round-up of their contributions, below.

2009: The Things I Want to Forget

Arianna Huffington | Posted 05.25.2011

Arianna Huffington

For some, the end of the year is a time to think back on all the memorable moments from the previous 12 months. I prefer removing from my internal hard drive all the things that should no longer be cluttering my mind.

2009: The Things I Want to Forget (Part Two)

Arianna Huffington | Posted 05.25.2011

Arianna Huffington

Earlier this week, I offered the first part of my list of all the things from 2009 that I want to forget. Now, as we prepare to cross the threshold into 2010, here is the second part of my compilation of 2009's political and cultural detritus, including Tom DeLay's rump-shaking cha-cha to "Wild Thing" on Dancing With the Stars, Mackenzie Phillips telling Oprah about her long-term sexual affair with her father, and the fact that Lou Dobbs latched onto the birther movement. Click here to read more of the things from 2009 I'd like to forget. READ MORE