Fugitive tied to 2006 airline bomb plot, four extremist fighters killed in strike in Pakistan.

Probe uncovers youth drug network in N. Va., reflecting wider problem that has gone unseen.

By allowing lenders to spin out of control, the Office of Thrift Supervision stands out among agencies that share blame for the financial crisis.

Some in region worry pro-Israel senator would be more hawk than dove if named secretary of State.

Large munitions shipments, unauthorized by Baghdad, raise fears of Kurd expansion in region.

Crumbling economy is increasing demand for services while reducing funding and resources.

After 16 years, standard gas is still used in most of the government's alternative-fuel vehicles.

On Monday, he is expected to name ex-Treasury chief Lawrence Summers as top economic adviser.