Karzai, Taliban-linked group talk peace

Student shocked in class went along, police say

The teenager was a willing participant in the stunt that stopped his heart.

U.N. report: Polluted waterkills more people than wars

Researcher James Black,Vbr>beta-blocker pioneer, dies

The 'landmark' discovery by the pharmacologist, 85, 'has helped millions of patients,' a colleague said.

Yemeni Islamic clerics issue decreeopposing ban on child brides

The group includes a leader the United States has branded a mentor of Osama bin Laden.

Pot-rich county seeslegalization as threat

Humboldt County residents fear more players will mean more supply, undermining their lucrative trade.

911 calls lead to DUI arrest of state trooper

New details on Jackson’s last moments

Documents say the pop star's doctor collected drug vials before calling for emergency help.

Artists dish outsupersized ‘Suppers’

The portions depicted in the meal have grown steadily over the past millennium, a study finds.

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