Paterson Gets Some Sobering Advice on His Future

Even David A. Paterson?s allies are saying he can not simultaneously govern, manage fallout from the latest scandal and lead the Democratic ticket this fall.

Another Cold, Wet Blanket Covers Northeast

The third winter storm this month continued dropping thick flakes on Friday morning, disrupting travel at major airports from Philadelphia to Boston.

Plan to Seek Use of U.S. Contracts as a Wage Lever

One in four Americans work for companies with federal contracts, and administration officials see an opportunity to lift more families into the middle class.

Many Dead in Suicide Attack on Hotel in Afghan Capital

At least 17 people were killed early Friday when several suicide bombers attacked a hotel popular with foreigners in the center of Kabul.

Bunning Blocks Jobless Aid in Senate

Senator Jim Bunning takes a stand to block extending jobless benefits unless Democrats figure out how to pay to them.

Kim Yu-na Wins Gold in Figure Skating

Kim Yu-na was nearly flawless, and became South Korea?s first Olympic champion in figure skating. Mao Asada of Japan took silver and Joannie Rochette of Canada the bronze.

On Wall Street, a Romance With the Curling Stone

Curling has captivated Wall Street traders thanks to CNBC, which switches to curling coverage after the closing bell.

Peterson Lands the Hurricane, but Not Gold

The aerialist better known as Speedy pulled off his signature move, but Alexei Grishin of Belarus was more consistent and won the gold. Ryan St. Onge of the U.S. took fourth.

Mayor?s Housing Offer Sets Off Row in Jerusalem

Disagreements have arisen over matters of ownership and the demographics of East Jerusalem.

Radiation Bills Raise Question of Supervision

Federal officials are looking into the billing practices at a Florida cancer center, but the case points to concerns about oversight involving complex radiotherapy.

News Analysis: Uniting Democrats Is Challenge at Health Forum

The president did not seem to win over any Republicans, and seemed to end the day largely where he started, with little choice but to rally his Democrats to act on their own.

In Greece?s Crisis, Fed Studies Wall St.?s Activities

The Federal Reserve is examining the stratagems devised by Goldman Sachs and other big banks to help Greece mask its burgeoning debt over the last decade.