Numbers: Jul. 17, 2006

200,000 Estimated number of homeless veterans in the U.S.

10% Percentage of homeless vets who fought in the current conflict in Iraq or the 1991 Gulf War. About 40% fought in Vietnam

11% Decrease in the number of fatal car crashes involving 16-year-old drivers in states that impose a restriction on young motorists, such as mandatory learner's permits or a ban on carrying passengers

1,111 Number of people killed in crashes involving 16-year-old drivers in 2004, the most recent year for which data are available; 16-year-olds have car accidents at three times the rate of 17-year-olds

1 Age of Tai Shan,...

Want the full story?

Subscribe Now

Subscribe
Subscribe

Learn more about the benefits of being a TIME subscriber

If you are already a subscriber sign up — registration is free!