But, as impatience mounts, so does the risk that what is now Latin America's longest-ever hostage saga could end tragically.

ECONOMIST: Peru

Today's digital version of that innocent crusade, led by the pied-pipers from Invisible Children, probably won't end so tragically.

CNN: Opinion: After Kony, should kids decide our morals?

"In Oklahoma, as in other states, abuse is tragically common among horses that are reaching the end of their natural lives, " the Republican governor said.

NPR: Okla. Governor Signs Horse Slaughter Legislation

"Unless The Lord of the Rings addresses these issues before it transfers to London's West End, it will remain a pale imitation of the books, the films and, tragically, theatre itself, " wrote critic Kamal Al-Solaylee.

BBC: NEWS | Entertainment | Rings musical heads for West End