Prosecutors Said to Start Inquiry at Goldman

The investigation, reported to be in a preliminary stage, raises the possibility of criminal charges against the Wall Street giant.

White House Takes a Bigger Role in the Oil Spill Cleanup

President Obama increased his administration?s role in the cleanup, while officials were concerned that the oil slick could reach shore as soon as Thursday evening.

In Shift, Pakistan Considers Attack on Militant Lair

Western officials have long believed that North Waziristan is the single most important haven for militants with Al Qaeda and the Taliban.

Puerto Rican Lenders Face Their Own Crisis

Federal regulators are moving to arrange mergers as several bank failures become likely.

News Analysis: Crist Announces Independent Bid for Senate

With Gov. Charlie Crist?s break from the Republican Party, Florida politics becomes gawk-worthy again.

United-Continental Deal Is Said to Be Near

A deal could be announced as soon as Monday, people briefed on the matter said, though they cautioned that talks could still fall apart.

Promise Seen in Drug for Retardation Syndrome

Researchers said substantial improvements were made in the behaviors of people with fragile X syndrome in a small clinical trial.

News Analysis: As Greek Drama Plays Out, Where Is Europe?

The inability of European leaders to deal decisively with Greece?s debt crisis has led some to question their abilities.

Leslie Buck, Designer of Iconic Coffee Cup, Dies at 87

The Anthora seems to have been here forever, as if bestowed by the gods at the city?s creation. But in fact, the cardboard cup of Grecian design was created by man.

Admitted to College, but Needing a Godmother

An offer of financial aid is often not enough in these straitened times, but families can appeal to the college for more aid. Judging those appeals is Sandra Oliveira?s job.

Democrats Outline Plans for Immigration Changes

A coalition of Senate Democrats laid out the proposal even as doubts mounted about winning approval this year.