White House: Paris Attack An Evolution Of Terror Threat
In a statement on Wednesday, President Obama pledged support for the French authorities after the terrorist attack on the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo.
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Undue Burden In Texas At Issue In Federal Court
Opening arguments began Wednesday in the case against the Texas law requiring abortion clinics to meet the standards of ambulatory surgery centers.
Needle Exchange Program Creates Black Market In Clean Syringes
Some drug users in Philadelphia are reselling syringes they get for free at needle exchanges. That's illegal, but researchers say the practice still helps prevent the spread of diseases like HIV.
Did Editorials Influence Obama's Decision To Normalize Relations With Cuba?
The New York Times' Ernesto Londono wrote editorials urging Obama to end the embargo. He tells of the changes he saw when he visited Cuba last month and how he sees the new relationship evolving.
Crowning The 33rd-Best Football Team In America
As we eagerly await the first official college football championship, commentator Frank Deford says it's intriguing that the U.S. places as much emphasis on college sports as it does on the pros.
U.S. Court Weighs Texas Law's Burden On Women Seeking Abortions
If upheld, the law — which mandates stricter building codes for clinics that perform the procedure — could leave only six clinics open in the entire state of Texas.
That's So Joe: How The Senate Swearing-In Became Must-See TV
The vice president welcomed senators and their families to Tuesday's photo-op ceremony — and he did it in typical Biden fashion.
Suspect, 1 Victim Dead In Shooting At Texas VA Clinic
An unidentified gunman opened fire at the El Paso Veterans Affairs Health Care System clinic Tuesday afternoon. Investigators did not provide any details about the victim or the gunman.
LA, DC, SF, Boston? U.S. Pick For Olympic Host May Come Thursday
The U.S. Olympic Committee announced Monday that its board would discuss the four cities' bids at Denver International Airport later this week — and then possibly travel to the winning city.
New House Leadership Passes A Tax Cut 'Scoreboard'
"Dynamic scoring" would favor tax cuts as a way to bring in more revenue for the government. But critics of the system are calling it "a gimmick."