Politics Mar 02 U.S. Pledges $900 Million in Aid to Palestinians In her first trip to the Middle East as the nation's top diplomat, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton announced that the U.S. will contribute $900 million in aid to efforts to help Palestinians rebuild.
Nation Feb 27 Obama Pledges U.S. Combat Troops Will Leave Iraq by August 2010 Stating "I have come to speak to you about how the war in Iraq will end," President Barack Obama on Friday unveiled his strategy on the future for U.S. forces in the country, announcing that all combat troops will be…
Nation Feb 27 Text: Obama's Speech to Troops at Camp Lejeune President Barack Obama said U.S. combat operations in Iraq will end by Aug. 31, 2010, but some troops would remain to support Iraqis. Following is the text of his speech, as prepared for delivery at Camp Lejeune Marine base in…
Economy Feb 27 Economy Shrank 6.2% at End of 2008, Fastest Since 1982 The U.S. economy contracted at a sharp 6.2 percent pace at the close of 2008, its worst showing since 1982, as exports plunged and consumers and businesses cut back spending.
Nation Feb 26 Pentagon to Allow Coverage of War Dead With Family Consent The Pentagon has changed its policy to allow news organizations to photograph the homecoming ceremonies of dead U.S. troops, under the condition that their families allow it.
Economy Feb 26 Seeking More Aid, GM Posts Massive 2008 Losses General Motors Corp. announced Thursday that it lost nearly $31 billion in 2008, saying its auditors were likely to cast doubt on its viability as it seeks more federal aid to stay afloat.
Politics Feb 26 Obama's Budget Proposal Projects $1.75 Trillion Deficit President Obama outlined his first budget plan to Congress with a $1.75 trillion deficit that includes the recently passed stimulus bill, the costs of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, funding for health care reforms and other spending.
Economy Feb 25 Wall Street Teeters, Obama Presses Economic Plan Wall Street rang up fresh losses in early trading Wednesday as the Obama administration pressed its economic plan and moved forward with preparations to begin new "stress tests" on the banking system.
Science Feb 25 Study Links Alcohol, Cancer Risk in Women Drinking even one alcoholic drink per day can increase a woman's risk of developing several types of cancers, according to a new study of nearly 1.3 million women in the UK.
Politics Feb 25 Former Washington State Gov. Gary Locke Tapped to Be Commerce Secretary President Barack Obama announced his nomination of former Washington Gov. Gary Locke to be commerce secretary.