Discussion of new moves against Iran is expected to dominate a meeting of EU foreign ministers, in the wake of the UK's expulsion of Iranian diplomats.
The drought affecting parts of England could last into next summer if there is insufficient winter rain, a new assessment from the Environment Agency warns.
Siri, the voice-activated assistant on the new iPhone 4S, is apparently filtering out certain results, including the location of nearby abortion clinics.
The average 401(k) account lost all of the gains that it had made this year, according to Fidelity Investments. Standard 401(k) accounts dropped from $72,700 to $64,300 in three months.
The secrecy around Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg’s selection of Cathleen P. Black to run the city’s schools highlighted his faith in business leaders and dislike of public debate.
Starting Thursday, Wal-Mart plans to offer free shipping on its Web site, a move that may create an expectation among consumers and a threat to smaller retailers.
AP - Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky sexually abused a boy more than 100 times and threatened to harm his family to keep him quiet, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday by a new accuser who is not part of the criminal case.
AP - Blending governing with re-election politics, President Barack Obama roused a cheering northeast Pennsylvania crowd Wednesday as he warned of a "massive blow to the economy" if Republicans block a payroll tax extension.
Herman Cain tried to turn the tables on his growing legion of critics and accusers today, blasting them for allegedly attempting "character assassination."
Evangelist Billy Graham has been admitted to a hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, for "evaluation and treatment of his lungs," the hospital said Wednesday.
The first lawsuit in a child sex abuse scandal involving former Penn State football coach Jerry Sandusky is filed and alleges more than 100 incidents of abuse.
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