Desperate though they are to fill gaps in their budgets, more than half the states in the country haven't touched a $5 billion pot of federal stimulus funds meant to find work for welfare recipients. more …

They were also-rans when the season died out a little over four months ago, a solid six games out of first. They haven't added one player — either through trade or free agent signing — that is assured a spot on the Opening Day roster. more …

Sniper teams attacked U.S. Marines and Afghan troops across the Taliban haven of Marjah, as several gun battles erupted on the third day of an offensive to seize the extremists’ southern heartland. more …

Kenya says it is tired of giving a safe haven to Somali MPs, accusing them of fleeing to Kenya after ruining their own country. more …

It's New Year's Eve, but don't worry if you haven't yet made plans. Lots of parties still have tickets available — all you need is someone to kiss at midnight. And cash, of course. Ringing in the new year with style can be pretty pricey. more …

Johnny Damon remains a front-burner issue that is cooking slowly for the Yankees.
“I haven’t been [paying] attention to it, I have been busy with the kids,” Damon said yesterday.
Roy Halladay is on the radar screen, but if he is dealt it appears t… more …

DEDICATED TO THE CAUSE: Each of the 260 volunteers from Ireland had to raise $5,000 toward the Haven project's $1.35 million cost. more …

What was once a tax haven for the rich and powerful may soon turn into a tax hell. The Cayman Islands, the British-controlled Caribbean paradise that is home to hordes of hedge funds and financial-services companies, is on the verge of running… more …

Q: For many years, I've had a serious chronic illness that is not curable but is somewhat treatable. Since a relapse last year, I've had to work a slightly flexible schedule to accommodate doctors' appointments. Other than that, I haven't needed any accommodations, and it has not affected my work life. more …

A contraption attached to an existing power plant will capture emissions from only about 15% of output. The device, set to go on line next month, is hugely expensive and also uses a lot of energy.
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