An Old-School Social Network

For 52 years, a group of influential men have met to discuss their hopes and ambitions.

Afghan Decision Set for Tuesday

Obama will travel to West Point on Tuesday to deliver an address on Afghanistan, in what may be one of the most important decisions of his presidency.

U.S. to Pitch Emissions Cuts

Obama plans to attend a global climate summit in Copenhagen next month, where he will lay out specific targets for curbing greenhouse-gas emissions.

Vaccine Makers Try to Speed Output

A new Novartis vaccine plant in North Carolina is supposed to boost the U.S.'s ability to fight pandemics, but it won't be pumping out flu shots for at least two years.

Energy Push Spurs Shift in U.S. Science

The Obama administration's push to solve the nation's energy problems is spurring a once-in-a-generation shift in U.S. science.

U.S. Mulls New Panel to Tackle Deficit

The White House is considering a bipartisan commission to tackle the nation's deficit, as it seeks to show resolve on a problem that threatens its broader agenda.

Thanksgiving Pie Fights at Mommie Helen's

On Thanksgiving, the customers waiting in line for Dorothy Pryor Rose's famous pies can turn hostile. This year, the bakery has hired a security guard to keep the peace.

Church Fights for Assets, Legitimacy

When members of St. Luke's of the Mountains Church voted to leave the Episcopal Church, they never meant they wanted to leave their church. But last month, they got an eviction notice.

Fuzzy Data Fuels Thanksgiving Claims

It often is reported that 46 million turkeys will be eaten on Thanksgiving, and that it is the busiest travel time of the year. Government statistics suggest that neither claim is accurate.

Triggering a Victory on Health Bill

Congress is searching for a compromise on a public option -- a provision that allows enough members of both camps to declare victory and vote "aye" in the health overhaul.

An Old-School Social Network

For 52 years, a group of influential men have met to discuss their hopes and ambitions.