Terror Attempt Seen as Man Tries to Ignite Device on Jet

A Nigerian man tried to ignite an explosive device as a jet landed in Detroit on Friday in what is believed to be ?an attempted act of terrorism,? according to a White House official.

Catholic Group Supports Senate on Abortion Aid

The nation?s Catholic hospitals have apparently split with bishops on an abortion-financing compromise in the health overhaul, offering cover for some Democrats.

At Tiny Rates, Saving Money Costs Investors

Extremely low interest rates on savings accounts have been hard on the elderly and others on fixed incomes.

War Without Borders: Along U.S.-Mexico Border, a Torrent of Illicit Cash

As the U.S. has clamped down on sophisticated money-laundering schemes, drug money is being smuggled the old-fashioned way.

Bumpy Journey to Rebuild Aceh After Tsunami

Five years on, an American highway project in the Indonesian province reveals the myriad problems, as well as achievements, of the reconstruction effort.

Earth-Friendly Elements, Mined Destructively

Some renewable energy technologies rely on a group of elements called rare earths, but they mainly come from environmentally damaging mines in China.

Russia?s Aspirations in Mideast Are Unrealized

Russia planned to sponsor a peace conference, but the proposal has never gotten off the ground.

For First Time, Minority Vote Was a Majority

Black, Hispanic and Asian residents made up a majority of voters in last month?s mayoral election in New York.

Clashes With Police Reported in Iran

A reformist website said riot police fired tear gas to disperse opposition supporters in Tehran who used a religious commemoration on Saturday to revive protests.

Snowboarding Veteran Is Still the One to Beat

Kelly Clark, who is seeking her second gold in Vancouver, manages to sail mostly below the pop-culture radar.