South Sudan becomes world's newest nation

Good Luck.

well, now my globe is out-dated!

The Sudan government should be ashamed of themselves for the atrocities they committed against these people. It's sad that the leaders who persecuted the mostly Christian south got away with their crimes, they should all die in the Hague for war crimes. Even sadder that conservative Arabs quietly supported Sudan instead of stopping them.

May the Lord bless these dear people, and the government, with wisdom, peace and prosperity; I pray this nation will be seeking God always---and be an example to other nations----especially to the U.S.

Maybe this is what the US should do. Form a new nation, and leave Washington D.C. out. Let them be their own nation, and they can answer to China about all the money THEY borrowed. Round up all the former politicians and send them there.

They should have chosen a completely new name for the country. There are too many north/south nations in the world.

Congrats to Southern Sudan.

So, AP, where's a picture of the map at least?

As I am reading the comments and the negativity shown here on such an inspirational story, I am ashamed to even be part of America. This is an example of how people act when they never have to personally fight for their freedom. Some of the American born citizens have become too complacent and are just out right heartless. It would do you some good to read about the history of Sudan for, at least, the past 8 yrs before speaking so negatively. The US, just like any other country, could struggle as these people have. Just because they are not US citizens, does not mean that they do not matter! They have been through unspeakable torture and are celebrating their new found freedom. Shame on anyone who comments otherwise.

God be with you. Good people of SOUTH Sudan.!

The Northern Part of Sudan was stolen by arab fascists.

Those in the South of Sudan have waited far too long for this moment. They have endured horrors that most of us would have a hard time even fully comprehending. I wish them all the best. May God grant them the ability to protect their resources from unfair exploitation.

I pray your not an oil rich country.....

I've heard Betty Ford died...

I've heard Betty Ford died...

Breaking News: WWII is over, and so on,,,

Let's hope Yahoo stops recycling 2-month-old news, the fvkktards.

The best of a bright future for Southern Sudan, glad to see you have broken away from the northern lslamic regime that has produced a silent holocaust in your country and surrounding areas. We hope you develop a model of American Justice with the foundation of Judeo/Christian Values the value human life. God will not forget your sufferings.

Let's hope South Sudan will learn from its neighbors that having hoodlums at the helm of affairs will make the nation poorer. It is the poorest as of now amongst viable nations, but hopefully its first president will be pragmatic, and follow through on real development. Most importantly, he should never look upon the presidency as his birth right and want to stay there until he dies and hands it over to one of his sons. Eventually the people will rise against you and self-chosen world police, NATO, will be at your doors. Ask Ghadaffi. The battle still rages on. A word is sufficient for the wise.

How much will we have to give them to run their country?