See, if you can I.D. me. I'm an African country that got its independence from France in 1960. My capital city is Bangui.I'm located almost exactly in the center of the African continent. I'm the Central African Republic. Home to around 5 million people.There have been waves of violence in the Central African Republic since the country's president was forced out of power in March.The Central African Republic's government has struggled since it's got its independence from France.After decades of military rule, a civilian government took over, then it was overthrown.The man who took over the government then is the one who was forced out this year.That led to current violence between rival militias.One supports the old president, the other supports the new leader.France is sending troops to help establish and maintain security there.Thousands of peacekeeping troops from the African Union are heading to the Central African Republic as well.U.S. officials said American military aircraft will help transport the African and European troops.Back in the U.S. researches are looking at dangers on the road.We've talked a lot about distracted driving, you've heard warnings about drinking and driving.According to this new information, being extremely tired can have the same effect on your body.Officials say drowsy driving is responsible for more than 100,000 crashes a year.Dramatic dashboard video captured a 71-year old woman asleep at the wheel.
