News Headlines Feb. 24, 2013

Flying high: Iran seizes 'another foreign' spy drone  A 'foreign' spy drone has allegedly been hacked and taken out by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard during a military exercise in the south-eastern province of Kernan.
‘Citizens’ tide’ of anti-austerity protests hit Spain (PHOTOS)  Tens of thousands of enraged protesters from all walks of life have gathered in cities across Spain to oppose ever-increasing hardship and corruption brought on by the financial crisis. 8
Iran ‘finds’ mass uranium deposits, picks 16 new nuclear sites Iran has decided on 16 locations to build new nuclear power plants in a drive to boost the country’s electricity output over the next 15 years. Tehran also announced the discovery of substantial uranium deposits to fuel the country’s nuclear program.

China admits pollution brought about 'cancer villages'  The Chinese government has admitted for the first time that so called ‘cancer villages’ exist, as decades of pollution take their toll on the health of Chinese citizens. For years environmental campaigners in China have said that cancer rates in villages near factories and polluted rivers are far higher than they should be. Now China’s Environment Ministry has admitted their existence and has called for greater transparency on environmental issues.
‘My first bullet, his last breath’: Instagram reveals dark side of Israeli army (PHOTOS)  Disturbing photos that show IDF soldiers enjoying their dominance over Palestinians in the occupied territories have caused a huge public outcry. They also triggered an online search for more such content posted by Israeli troops in social media.
U.S. condemns Scud attack in Syria, invites opposition for talks 7:55am EST  WASHINGTON - The United States condemned a Syrian army Scud missile attack that killed dozens of people on Friday in the city of Aleppo, and invited the Syrian opposition for talks on finding a negotiated settlement to the conflict.

Bad math to cost US trade leadership, trillions of dollars

For the first time since the Second World War, the US is not the largest importer and exporter of goods. China has taken that mantle, with questions being asked about why American commerce seems to be swimming against the tide. RT's Gayane Chichakyan takes a closer look at how America's current education system, can affect the economy of the future.