Freitag, 29. Juni 2012

Why Nations Succeed

June 29, 2012 at 08:42PM

There's no guaranteed formula for fostering business growth in developing countries.

Why Nations Succeed from U.S. News

Time to Focus on Healthcare Costs

June 29, 2012 at 08:35PM

Now that the Supreme Court passed judgment, it’s time to deal with costs.

Time to Focus on Healthcare Costs from U.S. News

Merkel Defends Concessions in Euro Crisis

June 29, 2012 at 08:05PM

BERLIN (AP) — Chancellor Angela Merkel defended concessions she made at a European Union summit, telling German lawmakers on Friday that help to struggling countries and banks will still come with strings attached and insisting that some decisions were misunderstood.

Merkel Defends Concessions in Euro Crisis from U.S. News

Man Charged With Assaulting Mich. Boy Found Dead

June 29, 2012 at 07:46PM

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. (AP) — A 20-year-old man was charged Friday with assaulting his girlfriend's 4-year-old son whose family said was found dead under a porch at the mid-Michigan Indian reservation where they lived.

Man Charged With Assaulting Mich. Boy Found Dead from U.S. News

China's Fourth Manned Mission Brings Own Space Station Closer

June 29, 2012 at 08:06PM

Mission sends first female astronaut into space, brings own space station closer as U.S., Russia fade.

China's Fourth Manned Mission Brings Own Space Station Closer from U.S. News

Obamacare Remains a Constitutional Minefield

June 29, 2012 at 07:59PM

The constitutional questions raised by the Supreme Court's ruling on healthcare will help Republicans this fall.

Obamacare Remains a Constitutional Minefield from U.S. News

Republicans and Democrats See Political Advantage in Healthcare Ruling

June 29, 2012 at 07:58PM

GOP, Dems spin Supreme Court healthcare ruling in their favor.

Republicans and Democrats See Political Advantage in Healthcare Ruling from U.S. News

Why Is The Pentagon Unable To Keep Awards Records?

June 29, 2012 at 07:57PM

Lawmakers and Justices want a military medals database, but the Pentagon calls that 'impracticable.'

Why Is The Pentagon Unable To Keep Awards Records? from U.S. News

House Draws Prudent Line in Sand in Oil Reserve Debate

June 29, 2012 at 07:53PM

The House made the right decision in passing a bill that will release crude oil from Strategic Petroleum Reserve stockpiles.

House Draws Prudent Line in Sand in Oil Reserve Debate from U.S. News

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes Divorcing

June 29, 2012 at 07:44PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Tom Cruise and Katie Homes are calling it quits after five years of marriage.

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes Divorcing from U.S. News

Lightning Kills 3 Women on German Golf Course

June 29, 2012 at 07:35PM

BERLIN (AP) — German police say three women were killed on a golf course when lightning struck a shelter they fled to during a violent thunderstorm.

Lightning Kills 3 Women on German Golf Course from U.S. News

Lauryn Hill Pleads Guilty to Tax Charges

June 29, 2012 at 07:20PM

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Eight-time Grammy-winning singer Lauryn Hill pleaded guilty Friday to not paying federal taxes on more than $1.5 million earned over three years.

Lauryn Hill Pleads Guilty to Tax Charges from U.S. News

Teachers Are Key to Building STEM Brand

June 29, 2012 at 06:45PM

Experts call for ways to increase understanding and awareness of STEM.

Teachers Are Key to Building STEM Brand from U.S. News

Scientists To Stretch Time Saturday Night with Leap Second

June 29, 2012 at 06:40PM

Scientists will create 61-second minute to allow "official time" to catch up to Earth's rotation.

Scientists To Stretch Time Saturday Night with Leap Second from U.S. News

How Obama Can Win Back Small Business

June 29, 2012 at 06:37PM

Less regulation, more outreach and bipartisanship could mend a lot of fences.

How Obama Can Win Back Small Business from U.S. News

Community Colleges a Key Ingredient to STEM Success

June 29, 2012 at 06:29PM

Industries must help to certify that knowledge is transferrable to jobs, education leader says.

Community Colleges a Key Ingredient to STEM Success from U.S. News

Angry 'Obamacare' Videos Top YouTube's Politics Channel

June 29, 2012 at 06:24PM

YouTube's top politics videos feature GOP angry about 'Obamacare'.

Angry 'Obamacare' Videos Top YouTube's Politics Channel from U.S. News

A European Banking Union Could Save the Euro

June 29, 2012 at 06:18PM

A common currency requires an integrated banking market that delinks sovereigns from financial institutions.

A European Banking Union Could Save the Euro from U.S. News

Consumer Morale Down in the Dumps Again

June 29, 2012 at 06:15PM

Confidence about the economy in June fell to its lowest level of the year.

Consumer Morale Down in the Dumps Again from U.S. News

Best Defense on STEM Is a Good Offense, says Northrop Grumman CEO

June 29, 2012 at 06:14PM

Northrop Grumman CEO says time for simply writing checks has passed. Firms must join in education.

Best Defense on STEM Is a Good Offense, says Northrop Grumman CEO from U.S. News

Economists Agree: Tax Cuts Cost Revenue

June 29, 2012 at 05:41PM

Economists say a combination of tax cuts and more spending are needed to stimulate the weak economy.

Economists Agree: Tax Cuts Cost Revenue from U.S. News

Denmark to Extradite Suspect in Rwanda Genocide

June 29, 2012 at 05:13PM

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Denmark has decided to extradite to Rwanda a man suspected of being involved in the country's 1994 genocide.

Denmark to Extradite Suspect in Rwanda Genocide from U.S. News

How the Health Reform Ruling Impacts Retirees

June 29, 2012 at 04:35PM

Here’s how retiree out-of-pocket costs have changed due to health reform.

How the Health Reform Ruling Impacts Retirees from U.S. News

Over the Hill: NYC's Cyclone Coaster Turns 85

June 29, 2012 at 03:25PM

NEW YORK (AP) — The ride begins with two train cars, filled with as many as 24 passengers, cautiously trekking up a hill of wooden tracks. The rattle of the ascent slowly grows louder. As the cars reach the coaster's 85-foot peak, there's a short pause — followed by a swift 60 mph plunge to the bottom that has made stomachs churn and eyes water since Calvin Coolidge was in the White House.

Over the Hill: NYC's Cyclone Coaster Turns 85 from U.S. News

How The Mighty Mississippi Saved Shores From BP Deepwater Oil Spill

June 29, 2012 at 05:28PM

Researchers say the river's surge kept Deepwater Horizon gunk out at sea.

How The Mighty Mississippi Saved Shores From BP Deepwater Oil Spill from U.S. News

Falling Gas Prices: Good News for Consumers, Bad News for the Economy?

June 29, 2012 at 05:01PM

Gas prices are the lowest since January, but could that be a bad sign for the economy?

Falling Gas Prices: Good News for Consumers, Bad News for the Economy? from U.S. News

Judge Hears Arguments at Zimmerman Bond Hearing

June 29, 2012 at 04:52PM

SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — Prosecutors and a lawyer for the neighborhood watch volunteer who fatally shot Trayvon Martin wrangled Friday over the money George Zimmerman received after he was charged with second-degree murder.

Judge Hears Arguments at Zimmerman Bond Hearing from U.S. News

Europe Summit Surprises With Bold Moves

June 29, 2012 at 04:47PM

BRUSSELS (AP) — After 18 disappointing summits since the start of the debt crisis, Europe's leaders appeared Friday to have finally come up with quick fixes and long-term plans that show they are serious about restoring confidence in their currency union.

Europe Summit Surprises With Bold Moves from U.S. News

U.S. Consumer Sentiment at Lowest Level for Year

June 29, 2012 at 04:42PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — A measure of U.S. consumer sentiment fell in June to the lowest level for 2012, dragged down by a sluggish job market and weak growth.

U.S. Consumer Sentiment at Lowest Level for Year from U.S. News

Militants Kill 10 in Attack in Eastern Afghanistan

June 29, 2012 at 04:39PM

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Suicide bombers blew themselves up at the gate of a government compound in eastern Afghanistan before dawn Friday, opening the way for armed insurgents to storm the facility and touching off an hours-long gunbattle that left 10 people dead, officials said.

Militants Kill 10 in Attack in Eastern Afghanistan from U.S. News

Chinese Astronauts Parachute Land After Mission

June 29, 2012 at 02:20PM

BEIJING (AP) — China's first female astronaut and two other crew members emerged smiling from a capsule that returned safely to Earth on Friday from a 13-day mission to an orbiting module that is a prototype for a future space station.

Chinese Astronauts Parachute Land After Mission from U.S. News

ObamaCare is Constitutional! Now What?

June 29, 2012 at 04:46PM

The big question with Obamacare is what does it mean for all of us?

ObamaCare is Constitutional! Now What? from U.S. News

Four Times You Shouldn't Care About Your Credit Score

June 29, 2012 at 04:40PM

There are four times of your life when you shouldn’t care about your credit score.

Four Times You Shouldn't Care About Your Credit Score from U.S. News

Court Won't Hear Jackson 'Wardrobe Malfunction' Appeal

June 29, 2012 at 04:20PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court won't hear the government's request to reinstate a $550,000 fine for CBS for Janet Jackson's infamous "wardrobe malfunction."

Court Won't Hear Jackson 'Wardrobe Malfunction' Appeal from U.S. News

Supreme Court Turns Away Media Companies' Appeal

June 29, 2012 at 04:08PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has turned down media companies' plea to lift a prohibition on owning both a newspaper and a television station in the same market.

Supreme Court Turns Away Media Companies' Appeal from U.S. News

'I Love Lucy' Actress Doris Singleton Dead at 92

June 29, 2012 at 03:30PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actress Doris Singleton, who played Lucy and Ricky Ricardo's neighbor on "I Love Lucy," has died. She was 92.

'I Love Lucy' Actress Doris Singleton Dead at 92 from U.S. News

European Debt Deal Pushes Oil up 5 Pct

June 29, 2012 at 03:59PM

NEW YORK (AP) — The price of oil is soaring after European leaders rolled out new measures to support their beleaguered economy.

European Debt Deal Pushes Oil up 5 Pct from U.S. News

4 Arrested After Calling NC Deputy for Drugs

June 29, 2012 at 02:42PM

SALISBURY, N.C. (AP) — Four people have been arrested in North Carolina after they mistakenly called the wrong person about drug purchases.

4 Arrested After Calling NC Deputy for Drugs from U.S. News

Congressional Finally Provides U.S. Open Test

June 29, 2012 at 09:59AM

BETHESDA, Md. (AP) — Tiger Woods feels like he is making up for lost time by missing the U.S. Open last year.

Congressional Finally Provides U.S. Open Test from U.S. News

Video: U.S. News Presents STEM Solutions 2012

June 29, 2012 at 04:10PM

U.S. News brings you archived video of the STEM Solutions 2012 summit in Dallas.

Video: U.S. News Presents STEM Solutions 2012 from U.S. News

Seniors Win Big in Court's Obamacare Ruling

June 29, 2012 at 04:02PM

Opinion preserves broad menu of expanded healthcare services and federal financial supports.

Seniors Win Big in Court's Obamacare Ruling from U.S. News

Stocks Rally As Europe Uveils Crisis Plans

June 29, 2012 at 03:58PM

U.S. stocks leapt early Friday after European leaders agreed to a set of prescriptions for their debt crisis.

Stocks Rally As Europe Uveils Crisis Plans from U.S. News

FBI Takes Peter Madoff Into Custody in NYC

June 29, 2012 at 01:59PM

NEW YORK (AP) — The younger brother of a man who became an icon for financial crime after the economy collapsed in 2008 is poised to plead guilty to criminal charges, taking his place in history alongside Bernard Madoff, the sibling he shared an office with for decades.

FBI Takes Peter Madoff Into Custody in NYC from U.S. News

Eric Holder Skips Off To Disney World

June 29, 2012 at 03:51PM

Hours after contempt vote, Eric Holder headed south to Florida.

Eric Holder Skips Off To Disney World from U.S. News

Health Buzz: MRI Birth Video Sheds Light on Labor

June 29, 2012 at 03:38PM

Children’s cereal: healthy start or junk food? Plus, try these at-home sunburn treatments

Health Buzz: MRI Birth Video Sheds Light on Labor from U.S. News

U.S. Consumer Spending and Wages Flat in May

June 29, 2012 at 03:38PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. consumers spent no more in May than in April after seeing almost no gain in their pay. The lack of growth in consumer spending and wages suggests that a faltering job market is slowing the economy.

U.S. Consumer Spending and Wages Flat in May from U.S. News

Health Tip: Is Your Pregnancy Higher Risk?

June 29, 2012 at 01:00PM

Factors that may dictate extra care

Health Tip: Is Your Pregnancy Higher Risk? from U.S. News

Congress Ready to Act on Student Loans

June 29, 2012 at 11:18AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — After being derided as a "do-nothing" Congress, the House and Senate were poised to vote on a massive legislative package that overhauls highway and transit programs, salvages an estimated 3 million jobs and spares millions of students from higher interest rates on college loans.

Congress Ready to Act on Student Loans from U.S. News

Obama Visits Swing State of Colo. to See Fire Damage

June 29, 2012 at 10:34AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — As President Barack Obama surveys damage from raging wildfires and thanks first responders in Colorado, he also will be seeking to show voters in one of the nation's most tightly contested political swing states that he is a compassionate leader who can command in a crisis.

Obama Visits Swing State of Colo. to See Fire Damage from U.S. News

Obama Student Loan Program Ends Saturday

June 29, 2012 at 09:48AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Borrowers hoping to consolidate their student loans through a special program created by President Barack Obama last year have just until Saturday to apply.

Obama Student Loan Program Ends Saturday from U.S. News

Donnerstag, 28. Juni 2012

Ann Curry Says Goodbye to the Today Show

June 28, 2012 at 06:20PM

The host will step down, with correspondent Savannah Guthrie reported to fill her role.

Ann Curry Says Goodbye to the Today Show from U.S. News

Bombings, Shootings Around Iraq Kill 22

June 28, 2012 at 04:17PM

BAGHDAD (AP) — Bombings and shootings around Iraq killed 22 people and wounded more than 50 on Thursday, authorities said, as a spike in violence made June Iraq's bloodiest month in almost a half a year.

Bombings, Shootings Around Iraq Kill 22 from U.S. News

The STEM Blame Game: There Are Only Losers

June 28, 2012 at 06:10PM

America needs to focus on solving the skills gap, not pinning it on someone.

The STEM Blame Game: There Are Only Losers from U.S. News

Good Luck Finding Investment Expertise

June 28, 2012 at 04:16PM

Most investment advisers don’t have the ability to select outperforming funds.

Good Luck Finding Investment Expertise from U.S. News

Why the Fight Against Obamacare Will Continue

June 28, 2012 at 05:52PM

The Supreme Court ruling won't end opposition to the landmark health reform law.

Why the Fight Against Obamacare Will Continue from U.S. News

Curry Ousted as Co-Host of NBC's 'Today' Show

June 28, 2012 at 05:32PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Ann Curry offered a tearful goodbye as co-host of NBC's "Today" show on Thursday, saying "this is not as I expected to ever leave this couch."

Curry Ousted as Co-Host of NBC's 'Today' Show from U.S. News

High Court Upholds Key Part of Obama Health Law

June 28, 2012 at 05:27PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the vast majority of President Barack Obama's historic health care overhaul, including the hotly debated core requirement that virtually all Americans have health insurance.

High Court Upholds Key Part of Obama Health Law from U.S. News

Supreme Court Give Obama a Policy Win, But Maybe a Political Loss

June 28, 2012 at 05:24PM

President Obama's healthcare law was upheld, but he may experience political repercussions.

Supreme Court Give Obama a Policy Win, But Maybe a Political Loss from U.S. News

The History of the U.S. Health Care Reform Effort

June 28, 2012 at 05:23PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court's decision to uphold President Barack Obama's health care law follows a century of debate over what role the government should play in helping people in the United States afford medical care. A look at the issue through the years:

The History of the U.S. Health Care Reform Effort from U.S. News

Colorado wildfire destroys hundreds of homes

June 28, 2012 at 05:18PM

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Colorado Springs officials said Thursday that hundreds of homes have been destroyed by a raging wildfire that has encroached on the state's second-largest city and threatened the U.S. Air Force Academy.

Colorado wildfire destroys hundreds of homes from U.S. News

Republicans Not Backing Down On Contempt Votes

June 28, 2012 at 05:08PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Barring a last-minute deal, House Republicans plan historic votes Thursday to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in civil and criminal contempt of Congress for refusing to turn over documents related to a bungled gun-tracking operation.

Republicans Not Backing Down On Contempt Votes from U.S. News

Stocks Dive After Health Care Law is Upheld

June 28, 2012 at 05:07PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks dropped sharply Thursday after the Supreme Court upheld the central provision of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul, a requirement that almost all Americans carry health insurance.

Stocks Dive After Health Care Law is Upheld from U.S. News

Law of the Land: Supreme Court Upholds 'Obamacare'

June 28, 2012 at 05:10PM

Roberts sides with liberals in determining individual mandate is constitutional as a tax.

Law of the Land: Supreme Court Upholds 'Obamacare' from U.S. News

The Top 8 Networking Boo-Boos

June 28, 2012 at 04:46PM

Think before you network.

The Top 8 Networking Boo-Boos from U.S. News

STEM Shortage a Symptom of Broader National, Cultural Problems

June 28, 2012 at 04:58PM

Teachers need to provide real-world learning, and parents need to get kids outside, expert says.

STEM Shortage a Symptom of Broader National, Cultural Problems from U.S. News

Images from Opening Day of STEM Solutions 2012

June 28, 2012 at 04:58PM

Look back at some of the top moments from the first day of the three-day STEM event.

Images from Opening Day of STEM Solutions 2012 from U.S. News

Better Off Defaulting On Your Mortgage or Financing with a Credit Card?

June 28, 2012 at 04:45PM

You are better off financing your mortgage payment with a credit card instead of defaulting on your mortgage.

Better Off Defaulting On Your Mortgage or Financing with a Credit Card? from U.S. News

Health Care Ruling A Political Victory for Obama

June 28, 2012 at 04:25PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court's decision to uphold President Barack Obama's sweeping health care law is a crucial election-year victory for the Democratic incumbent.

Health Care Ruling A Political Victory for Obama from U.S. News

Expanding Oil Refineries Key to Keeping Gas Prices Low

June 28, 2012 at 02:46PM

Gas prices have gone down, but oil refinery expansion is an important step to meeting demand.

Expanding Oil Refineries Key to Keeping Gas Prices Low from U.S. News

Do Corporate Team-Building Events Really Work?

June 28, 2012 at 04:31PM

How effective are these activities at boosting morale and communication?

Do Corporate Team-Building Events Really Work? from U.S. News

The Best Airlines Miles Credit Cards

June 28, 2012 at 04:30PM

Rack up points so you can take to the skies.

The Best Airlines Miles Credit Cards from U.S. News

Find Scores of Music Scholarships for College

June 28, 2012 at 04:00PM

Music-related college money is available for everything from opera singing to radio broadcast.

Find Scores of Music Scholarships for College from U.S. News

Misleading GI Bill Site to Shut Down

June 28, 2012 at 03:00PM

College-bound military veterans may have an easier time finding truthful information about their benefits.

Misleading GI Bill Site to Shut Down from U.S. News

Tennessee's Idiotic Campaign Against 'Gateway Sex'

June 28, 2012 at 03:00PM

The state's "holding hands" law which mandates abstinence-only sex education is not the way to teach children about sex.

Tennessee's Idiotic Campaign Against 'Gateway Sex' from U.S. News

LIVE BLOG: The Supreme Court Upholds Affordable Care Act

June 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

Live blogging the Supreme Court Health Care Ruling

LIVE BLOG: The Supreme Court Upholds Affordable Care Act from U.S. News

What's At Stake When The Supreme Court Rules on Obamacare

June 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

Breaking down Obamacare ahead of The Supreme Court's ruling on whether or not it's constitutional.

What's At Stake When The Supreme Court Rules on Obamacare from U.S. News

Abdul-Jabbar: More Opportunities to Turn Pro in Science Than in the NBA

June 28, 2012 at 02:00PM

Parents need to hold scientists up as role models

Abdul-Jabbar: More Opportunities to Turn Pro in Science Than in the NBA from U.S. News

Can You Manage Your Future?

June 28, 2012 at 01:00PM

Try this alternative investment.

Can You Manage Your Future? from U.S. News

Americans Await Supreme Court Ruling on Healthcare Law

June 28, 2012 at 01:00PM

Eyes on Justice Anthony Kennedy as Americans await Supreme Court decision.

Americans Await Supreme Court Ruling on Healthcare Law from U.S. News

Does Holding Eric Holder in Contempt Miss the Boat?

June 28, 2012 at 01:00PM

Holder contempt vote shifts focus away from problem of guns smuggled into Mexico

Does Holding Eric Holder in Contempt Miss the Boat? from U.S. News

Student Loan, Roads Bill Poised For Final Passage

June 28, 2012 at 09:00AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hoping to avert the kind of headlines politicians dread, congressional leaders are aiming for final passage by week's end of legislation reshaping federal transportation programs and preventing a doubling of interest rates for millions of new student loans.

Student Loan, Roads Bill Poised For Final Passage from U.S. News

Health Buzz: FDA Approves Diet Drug

June 28, 2012 at 06:00AM

The doctor will screen you for obesity now; empower your diet with antioxidants

Health Buzz: FDA Approves Diet Drug from U.S. News

Measuring Progress on STEM a Challenge

June 28, 2012 at 01:10AM

States are trying to come up with new ways to measure their STEM success.

Measuring Progress on STEM a Challenge from U.S. News

Social Media Respond to U.S. News STEM Solutions Opening Panel

June 28, 2012 at 01:00AM

Twitter is abuzz with conversations surrounding science, technology, engineering, and math.

Social Media Respond to U.S. News STEM Solutions Opening Panel from U.S. News

STEM Experts: Need To Focus on More Than Just The Numbers

June 27, 2012 at 11:55PM

STEM Experts: Focus On More Than The Numbers

STEM Experts: Need To Focus on More Than Just The Numbers from U.S. News

Department of Energy Labs Push to Fill STEM Void

June 27, 2012 at 11:52PM

Government-run facilities nationwide try different outreach programs to woo students.

Department of Energy Labs Push to Fill STEM Void from U.S. News

Former Federal Prosecutor Allison Leotta Bases Novel on D.C. Madam

June 27, 2012 at 11:32PM

Allison Leotta has a new novel out inspired by the infamous escort case.

Former Federal Prosecutor Allison Leotta Bases Novel on D.C. Madam from U.S. News

Libertarians Unite: Gary Johnson Courting Ron Paul Supporters

June 27, 2012 at 11:26PM

Former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson is after supporters of fellow libertarian Ron Paul to help his presidential bid.

Libertarians Unite: Gary Johnson Courting Ron Paul Supporters from U.S. News

With the New Google Nexus, a Tablet In Every Pot

June 27, 2012 at 10:45PM

There's yet another competitor for devices made by Apple, Amazon and soon, Microsoft.

With the New Google Nexus, a Tablet In Every Pot from U.S. News

STEMx National Network Launched at STEM Solutions Event

June 27, 2012 at 10:35PM

Experts say it will take an all-hands-on-deck approach to solve America's skills gap.

STEMx National Network Launched at STEM Solutions Event from U.S. News

Banks Still Bearing Backlash of Financial Crisis, Euro Zone Woes

June 27, 2012 at 10:10PM

Just 21 percent of Americans say they have confidence in banks.

Banks Still Bearing Backlash of Financial Crisis, Euro Zone Woes from U.S. News

Yankees' Pettitte Out 6 Weeks With Broken Ankle

June 27, 2012 at 09:45PM

NEW YORK (AP) — New York Yankees starter Andy Pettitte broke his left ankle and is expected to miss at least six weeks after he was hit by a line drive during Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Indians.

Yankees' Pettitte Out 6 Weeks With Broken Ankle from U.S. News

Syria Violence Escalates As U.S. Seeks Turning Point

June 27, 2012 at 09:42PM

BEIRUT (AP) — Gunmen attacked a pro-government TV station Wednesday near the Syrian capital, killing seven employees in the latest barrage of violence as world powers prepared for a high-level meeting that the U.S. hopes will be a turning point in the crisis.

Syria Violence Escalates As U.S. Seeks Turning Point from U.S. News

Alec Baldwin to Appear on Broadway

June 27, 2012 at 09:42PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Alec Baldwin will be kidnapped on Broadway next spring.

Alec Baldwin to Appear on Broadway from U.S. News

Colorado Blaze Too Dangerous to Assess Damage

June 27, 2012 at 09:42PM

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — A raging wildfire destroyed dozens of houses overnight and charred land on the edges of the Air Force Academy on Wednesday, while thick smoke and intense, towering flames kept officials from learning the full scope of damage to Colorado's second-largest city.

Colorado Blaze Too Dangerous to Assess Damage from U.S. News

Should Oreo Have Come Out in Favor of Gay Rights?

June 27, 2012 at 09:35PM

America's favorite cookie sports rainbow-colored filling and causes controversy.

Should Oreo Have Come Out in Favor of Gay Rights? from U.S. News

Texas Jury Convicts Saudi Bomb Plot Suspect

June 27, 2012 at 09:09PM

AMARILLO, Texas (AP) — A Saudi man accused of buying chemicals online and attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction was found guilty Wednesday in federal court in Amarillo.

Texas Jury Convicts Saudi Bomb Plot Suspect from U.S. News

2 Bodies Recovered in Canada Mall Roof Collapse

June 27, 2012 at 09:08PM

ELLIOT LAKE, Ontario (AP) — Officials recovered two bodies after partially dismantling a collapsed Ontario shopping mall on Wednesday and said they don't believe other victims are inside. The renewed rescue effort came after angry residents shouted down fears that the unstable structure made the work too risky to continue.

2 Bodies Recovered in Canada Mall Roof Collapse from U.S. News

Find Scores of Music Scholarships for College

June 28, 2012 at 04:00PM

Music-related college money is available for everything from opera singing to radio broadcast.

Find Scores of Music Scholarships for College from U.S. News

Health Buzz: FDA Approves Diet Drug

June 28, 2012 at 06:00AM

The doctor will screen you for obesity now; empower your diet with antioxidants

Health Buzz: FDA Approves Diet Drug from U.S. News

Mittwoch, 27. Juni 2012

What Happens if the Supreme Court Rejects the Individual Mandate

June 27, 2012 at 04:00PM

Even if only parts of Obama's healthcare law stand, it is still good policy.

What Happens if the Supreme Court Rejects the Individual Mandate from U.S. News

9 Ways You Must Invest in Your Career

June 27, 2012 at 03:56PM

Pointers for staying focused on your overall career plan.

9 Ways You Must Invest in Your Career from U.S. News

Poll: Obama Extends Lead in Key States

June 27, 2012 at 03:53PM

Obama and Romney continue to be locked in close battle for the White House.

Poll: Obama Extends Lead in Key States from U.S. News

Ephron Blazed Trail in Male-Dominated Industry

June 27, 2012 at 03:41PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Before Nancy Meyers, before Sofia Coppola, before Julie Delpy and Kasi Lemmons and Nicole Holofcener, there was Nora Ephron.

Ephron Blazed Trail in Male-Dominated Industry from U.S. News

Obama to Make First Campaign Bus Trip

June 27, 2012 at 03:22PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is ramping up a fresh phase of his re-election bid with a bus tour next week, focusing more on direct engagement with voters and less on ritzy fundraisers.

Obama to Make First Campaign Bus Trip from U.S. News

Skeptics Doubt Planned Defense Cuts Will Mean Massive Layoffs

June 27, 2012 at 06:15PM

Defense industry execs and hawkish lawmakers are playing political games, skeptics say.

Skeptics Doubt Planned Defense Cuts Will Mean Massive Layoffs from U.S. News

U.S. News Kicks Off STEM Solutions Summit in Dallas

June 27, 2012 at 06:06PM

Conference aims to put politicians, business execs, and educators in same room, on same page.

U.S. News Kicks Off STEM Solutions Summit in Dallas from U.S. News

40 Years After Title IX, Men Still Get Better Sports Opportunities

June 27, 2012 at 06:00PM

Football keeps eating up larger portions of athletic budgets, and Title IX keeps getting blamed.

40 Years After Title IX, Men Still Get Better Sports Opportunities from U.S. News

Boehner: House Will Go Ahead with Contempt Vote

June 27, 2012 at 04:44PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Speaker John Boehner (BAY'-nur) says the House will move forward with a contempt of Congress vote against Attorney General Eric Holder over the botched gun-tracking operation known as Fast and Furious.

Boehner: House Will Go Ahead with Contempt Vote from U.S. News

'Atkins'-Type Diets May Raise Risk of Heart Problems

June 27, 2012 at 12:00PM

Diets rich in plant-based foods a better choice in the long run for women, experts say

'Atkins'-Type Diets May Raise Risk of Heart Problems from U.S. News

Skeptics Doubt Planned Defense Cuts Will Mean Massive Layoffs

June 27, 2012 at 05:26PM

Defense industry execs and hawkish lawmakers are playing political games, skeptics say.

Skeptics Doubt Planned Defense Cuts Will Mean Massive Layoffs from U.S. News

FDA Probing Safety of Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants

June 27, 2012 at 12:00PM

2-day meeting will assess how patients with the devices should be monitored

FDA Probing Safety of Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants from U.S. News

Don't Call University of Virginia President Dispute a Catfight

June 27, 2012 at 05:08PM

Categorizing the tension between UVA President Teresa Sullivan and board chair Helen Dragas as a tiff is insulting.

Don't Call University of Virginia President Dispute a Catfight from U.S. News

How to Invest Minimal Retirement Assets

June 27, 2012 at 04:21PM

Here’s what to do with a small retirement account balance.

How to Invest Minimal Retirement Assets from U.S. News

6 Easy Ways to Save on Video Games

June 27, 2012 at 04:55PM

You can save money when purchasing a console and the games to go with it.

6 Easy Ways to Save on Video Games from U.S. News

Why Investment Brokers Provide Poor Advice

June 27, 2012 at 04:21PM

Study finds brokers steer investors to high-fee funds that underperform other retirement investments.

Why Investment Brokers Provide Poor Advice from U.S. News

Clinton: U.S. Pleased So Far By New Egypt President

June 27, 2012 at 02:53PM

HELSINKI (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says the Obama administration is pleased so far with commitments made by Egypt's Islamist president-elect, Mohammed Morsi, but will reserve judgment on his government until it is up and running.

Clinton: U.S. Pleased So Far By New Egypt President from U.S. News

How a Thank-You Note Can Boost Your Job Chances

June 27, 2012 at 04:16PM

Five common questions job seekers ask about sending a follow-up note.

How a Thank-You Note Can Boost Your Job Chances from U.S. News

Hatch wins in Utah, GOP Lawmaker Loses in Okla.

June 27, 2012 at 02:54PM

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Republican divisions resurfaced in congressional primaries, with five-term Rep. John Sullivan falling to a tea party backed opponent in Oklahoma while Utah Sen. Orrin Hatch easily defeated another candidate backed by the insurgent group. It was Hatch's first primary challenge since his election to the Senate in 1976.

Hatch wins in Utah, GOP Lawmaker Loses in Okla. from U.S. News

2 Longstanding Programs That Still Help College Students

June 27, 2012 at 04:00PM

For 40 years, the Pell grant and Title IX programs have helped students to access and afford college.

2 Longstanding Programs That Still Help College Students from U.S. News

What Happens if the Supreme Court Rejects the Individual Mandate

June 27, 2012 at 04:00PM

Even if only parts of Obama's healthcare law stand, it is still good policy.

What Happens if the Supreme Court Rejects the Individual Mandate from U.S. News

9 Ways You Must Invest in Your Career

June 27, 2012 at 03:56PM

Pointers for staying focused on your overall career plan.

9 Ways You Must Invest in Your Career from U.S. News

Poll: Obama Extends Lead in Key States

June 27, 2012 at 03:53PM

Obama and Romney continue to be locked in close battle for the White House.

Poll: Obama Extends Lead in Key States from U.S. News

Ephron Blazed Trail in Male-Dominated Industry

June 27, 2012 at 03:41PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Before Nancy Meyers, before Sofia Coppola, before Julie Delpy and Kasi Lemmons and Nicole Holofcener, there was Nora Ephron.

Ephron Blazed Trail in Male-Dominated Industry from U.S. News

Obama to Make First Campaign Bus Trip

June 27, 2012 at 03:22PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is ramping up a fresh phase of his re-election bid with a bus tour next week, focusing more on direct engagement with voters and less on ritzy fundraisers.

Obama to Make First Campaign Bus Trip from U.S. News

Start Earning Money From Your Passion

June 27, 2012 at 03:20PM

Seven entrepreneurs share their lessons, strategies, and mistakes.

Start Earning Money From Your Passion from U.S. News

Obama's Right About America's Economic Cynicism

June 27, 2012 at 03:15PM

Americans are so busy being cynical about the economy that they don't see available opportunities.

Obama's Right About America's Economic Cynicism from U.S. News

Where the Women Fortune 500 CEOs Went to School

June 27, 2012 at 02:00PM

Three of the 18 women on Fortune’s CEO list earned one college and two graduate degrees apiece.

Where the Women Fortune 500 CEOs Went to School from U.S. News

5 Factors That Will Decide Control of the Senate

June 27, 2012 at 02:00PM

As we hit a lull in the presidential campaign, a look at several important Senate races.

5 Factors That Will Decide Control of the Senate from U.S. News

Presidential Race Has Big Implications for Supreme Court

June 27, 2012 at 02:00PM

The next president chooses the future of the Supreme Court, which will be an important campaign issue.

Presidential Race Has Big Implications for Supreme Court from U.S. News

Time for a Mid-Year Financial Review

June 27, 2012 at 01:00PM

What to focus on

Time for a Mid-Year Financial Review from U.S. News

Romney Ends Primary Season With Win in Utah

June 27, 2012 at 07:11AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Mitt Romney has won the Utah Republican presidential primary, the last contest of a primary season that started with a crowded field in January and ended with Romney the only candidate campaigning for votes.

Romney Ends Primary Season With Win in Utah from U.S. News

An Historian's Take on Abraham Lincoln as Vampire Hunter

June 26, 2012 at 11:05PM

Civil War president might have been entertained, but revered law over battle ax.

An Historian's Take on Abraham Lincoln as Vampire Hunter from U.S. News

Experts Mixed on Whether Quotas Boost Women in Business

June 26, 2012 at 11:05PM

Sandberg named to Facebook board, but experts differ on whether promoting women should be mandatory.

Experts Mixed on Whether Quotas Boost Women in Business from U.S. News

CHART OF THE DAY: The Unusual Suspects Lobbying For The DREAM Act

June 26, 2012 at 11:03PM

Some unusual names are among the groups who lobbied for the DREAM Act.

CHART OF THE DAY: The Unusual Suspects Lobbying For The DREAM Act from U.S. News

Consumer Confidence Wilts

June 26, 2012 at 10:50PM

But it could still recover in time to help Obama in the November election.

Consumer Confidence Wilts from U.S. News

Pressure Mounts on White House to Detail Effects Of Deep Defense Cuts

June 26, 2012 at 10:35PM

With clock ticking to get a deal, lawmakers and industry officials want White House impact estimate.

Pressure Mounts on White House to Detail Effects Of Deep Defense Cuts from U.S. News

Should the Supreme Court Have Overturned Citizens United?

June 26, 2012 at 10:34PM

The Supreme Court upheld it's 2010 decision allowing unlimited campaign donations.

Should the Supreme Court Have Overturned Citizens United? from U.S. News

Romney Rails on Obama for Immigration and Healthcare in Virginia Speech

June 26, 2012 at 09:49PM

Meanwhile, President Barack Obama and VP Joe Biden countered by defending the middle class.

Romney Rails on Obama for Immigration and Healthcare in Virginia Speech from U.S. News

McCaskill to Skip Democratic National Convention

June 26, 2012 at 09:33PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill, one of the most vulnerable Democrats up for re-election in 2012, says she will skip the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.

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Calif. City Appears Headed for Bankruptcy

June 26, 2012 at 09:21PM

FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Stockton could become the largest U.S. city to declare bankruptcy after a deadline to make a deal with its creditors passed and the city's mayor said Tuesday she did not believe a settlement had been reached.

Calif. City Appears Headed for Bankruptcy from U.S. News

Pentagon Holds Gay Pride Event

June 26, 2012 at 09:06PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Defense Department for the first time marked gay pride month Tuesday, with a panel discussion that packed an auditorium of about 400 uniformed and civilian Pentagon employees.

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Booking That Hotel From a Mac? You Could Pay More

June 26, 2012 at 09:00PM

Mac users could see pricier travel options when they log onto Orbitz.

Booking That Hotel From a Mac? You Could Pay More from U.S. News

Facebook User Emails Wiped From Profile Pages

June 26, 2012 at 08:52PM

NEW YORK (AP) — In yet another change that upset users, Facebook has replaced the email addresses users chose to display on their profile pages with (at)facebook.com addresses.

Facebook User Emails Wiped From Profile Pages from U.S. News

ABC's Roberts' Illness Spurs Bone Marrow Donations

June 26, 2012 at 08:36PM

NEW YORK (AP) — As Robin Roberts waits for a bone marrow transplant this fall, news of the morning show anchor's illness is helping others who need treatment.

ABC's Roberts' Illness Spurs Bone Marrow Donations from U.S. News

SCOTUS Health Care Ruling: Tell Us #WhatItMeans To You

June 26, 2012 at 08:16PM

Washington Whispers will live blog the SCOTUS health care ruling Thursday.

SCOTUS Health Care Ruling: Tell Us #WhatItMeans To You from U.S. News

Homegrown Terrorism Attacks Still Cause For Alarm Among Intelligence Officials

June 26, 2012 at 08:03PM

Al Qaeda's main core is weakened, but the group's scattered operatives are harder to track.

Homegrown Terrorism Attacks Still Cause For Alarm Among Intelligence Officials from U.S. News

Women Can't Have It All Because Nobody Can Have It All

June 26, 2012 at 07:46PM

A controversial new article argues that elite women still can't be happy as working Moms.

Women Can't Have It All Because Nobody Can Have It All from U.S. News

Why Sequels Have Taken Over the Box Office

June 26, 2012 at 07:45PM

There has been little original fare among recent box-office blockbusters

Why Sequels Have Taken Over the Box Office from U.S. News

Obama's Right About America's Economic Cynicism

June 27, 2012 at 03:15PM

Americans are so busy being cynical about the economy that they don't see available opportunities.

Obama's Right About America's Economic Cynicism from U.S. News

Dienstag, 26. Juni 2012

The Doctor Will Screen You for Obesity Now

June 26, 2012 at 05:05PM

Government panel recommends all adults be screened for obesity. How to fight the fat and keep it off.

The Doctor Will Screen You for Obesity Now from U.S. News

Case-Shiller: Home Prices Pick Up

June 26, 2012 at 04:48PM

April home prices increased, adding more credence to the notion that the housing market is stabilizing.

Case-Shiller: Home Prices Pick Up from U.S. News

Home Prices Rise in Nearly All Major U.S. Cities

June 26, 2012 at 04:38PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Home prices rose in nearly all major U.S. cities in April from March, further evidence of a housing market that is slowly improving even while the job market slumps.

Home Prices Rise in Nearly All Major U.S. Cities from U.S. News

Issa Accuses President Obama of Wrongfully Using Executive Privilege

June 26, 2012 at 04:33PM

Issa says either Obama is holding up an investigation or he knew more about Fast and Furious.

Issa Accuses President Obama of Wrongfully Using Executive Privilege from U.S. News

Empower Your Diet With Antioxidants

June 26, 2012 at 04:20PM

Cancer prevention can start at the dinner table.

Empower Your Diet With Antioxidants from U.S. News

Obama Highlights Honesty in Campaign Pitch

June 26, 2012 at 04:19PM

Obama makes integrity pitch to New Hampshire voters.

Obama Highlights Honesty in Campaign Pitch from U.S. News

CDC Trying Out Free Fapid AIDS Test at Drugstores

June 26, 2012 at 04:09PM

ATLANTA (AP) — Would you go to a drugstore to get tested for AIDS?

CDC Trying Out Free Fapid AIDS Test at Drugstores from U.S. News

Retire to Panama’s Gold Coast

June 26, 2012 at 04:05PM

Pedasi offers a safe and appealing way of life for retirees.

Retire to Panama’s Gold Coast from U.S. News

Build Your Own Free Identity Theft Shield

June 26, 2012 at 03:55PM

You can build your own identity theft shield with absolutely free tools.

Build Your Own Free Identity Theft Shield from U.S. News

D.C. Event with Assad Regime Figure Canceled

June 26, 2012 at 03:52PM

An event with an Assad regime supporter was canceled after a threatening speech was found on YouTube.

D.C. Event with Assad Regime Figure Canceled from U.S. News

6 Ways to Deal With a Bad Professor

June 26, 2012 at 03:30PM

Students should handle the situation, but parents can help.

6 Ways to Deal With a Bad Professor from U.S. News

Why Chris Christie Is Right About Sports Betting

June 26, 2012 at 03:15PM

The NFL ignores that Americans already bet on sports, legal or not.

Why Chris Christie Is Right About Sports Betting from U.S. News

Sen. Hatch looking to avoid revolt within GOP

June 26, 2012 at 03:09PM

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Over the past two years, GOP primaries have ended the careers of several veteran Republican politicians who were backed by the party's establishment. Utah Sen. Orrin Hatch is seeking to avoid the same fate in his first primary challenge since winning office in 1976.

Sen. Hatch looking to avoid revolt within GOP from U.S. News

10 Engineering Schools With the Most International Students

June 26, 2012 at 03:00PM

At one school, students from abroad account for 95 percent of future engineers.

10 Engineering Schools With the Most International Students from U.S. News

How Being a Thought Leader Helps Your Career

June 26, 2012 at 02:52PM

Branding yourself as an industry expert could bring career opportunities.

How Being a Thought Leader Helps Your Career from U.S. News