Somalis Fear Youths Leaving U.S. for Terror Group
Leaders of the nation's largest Somali community say some of their young men are still being enticed to join the terror group that has claimed responsibility for the deadly mall …
$252K Grant Kicks off MUW Health Initiative
Mississippi University for Women and Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi have launched a health initiative targeting lifestyle choices related to diet, physical activity and stress management.
Study: BP Spill Damaged Sea-Floor Life for Miles
The vast 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill damaged the tiny animals that live on the sea floor for about 57 square miles around the blown-out BP oil well, with …
Premiums Unveiled for Health Overhaul Plans
With new health insurance markets launching next week, the Obama administration is unveiling premiums and plan choices for 36 states where the federal government is taking the lead to cover …
Despite Cruz, Senate Heads Toward Obamacare Vote
The Democratic-controlled Senate is on a path toward defeating tea party attempts to dismantle President Barack Obama's health care law, despite an overnight talkathon on the chamber's floor led by …
Terrorists Claim 137 Killed in Kenya Mall Attack
The terrorist group behind the takeover of a Nairobi mall claimed Wednesday that the Kenyan government assault team carried out "a demolition" of the building, burying 137 hostages in rubble. …
4 Miss. Schools Earn Blue Ribbon Status
Four Mississippi schools have been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education.
Miss. Sentencing, Prison Policies Up for Debate
Mississippi judges and prosecutors are telling lawmakers they're tired of the uncertainty about how long people will stay in prison after sentencing.
Fear of Humanitarian Disaster in Syria
Syrian opposition groups and international relief organizations are warning of the risk of mass starvation across the country, especially in the besieged Damascus suburbs where a gas attack killed hundreds …
Kenyan President: Terrorists Defeated
The terrorists who took control of a Nairobi mall and held off Kenyan security forces for four days have been defeated after killing at least 67 civilians and government troops, …
Officials: Obama, Rouhani Will Not Meet at U.N.
Senior U.S. officials say President Barack Obama and Iranian President Hasan Rouhani will not meet while both leaders are at the United Nations.
Senate May Shorten Stopgap Spending Bill
The Senate's No. 2 Democrat says the chamber may come out in favor of a smaller patch for bankrolling the government than the one envisioned in a temporary spending bill …
Obama Opens Door to Direct Diplomacy with Iran
President Barack Obama opened the door to direct nuclear talks with Iran's moderate new government on Tuesday, declaring diplomacy worth pursuing though skepticism persisted about Tehran's willingness to back up …
U.N. Chief Urges Leaders to Stop Fueling Syria War
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon urged world leaders on Tuesday to stop fueling the bloodshed in Syria with weapons and get both sides to the negotiating table to end the "biggest challenge …
Report: Shooter Lied About Previous Arrest, Debts
The Washington Navy Yard shooter lied about a previous arrest and failed to disclose thousands of dollars in debts when he applied for a security clearance in the Navy.
