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From Texas to East Coast, Pilgrimage to See the Pope
The fast-growing Hispanic population of the Southwest has long been a major bulwark of Roman Catholicism in America — and an avid constituency for the pope’s visit.
Democrats Wrangle Over Words and Beliefs
A forum on issues of faith became another occasion for sparring by Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Views on Money for Iraq War, and What Else Could Be Done With It
The amounts being spent are of a scale that critics say would allow the country to address what they see as more compelling problems.
Finance Ministers Emphasize Food Crisis Over Credit Crisis
The world’s economic ministers declared on Sunday that shortages and skyrocketing prices for food posed a potentially greater threat to economic and political stability than the turmoil in capital markets.
Co-Payments Go Way Up for Drugs With High Prices
Health insurance companies are now asking patients to pay more for prescriptions that may save their lives.
I.R.S. Scrutiny of Big Firms Plummets, Study Says
The I.R.S.’s scrutiny of the nation’s biggest companies is at a 20-year low, “a historic collapse in audits,” according to a new study.
On the Defensive, Obama Calls His Words Ill-Chosen
Senator Barack Obama fought back against accusations from his rivals that he misunderstands small-town values.
Vaccine Safety Panel to Include the Public in Setting Priorities
Amid new controversy about vaccines and autism, the government will give vaccine critics a say in shaping how the nation researches immunization safety questions.
Behind Air Chaos, an F.A.A. Pendulum Swing
A current safety crackdown is a shift away from what critics say was the agency’s coddling of the airlines.
‘Steady Hand’ for the G.O.P. Guides McCain on a New Path
Charlie Black is easing Senator John McCain into his new role as standard-bearer for the party with which he has often clashed.
In the West, a Fierce Battle Over Wolves
Since gray wolves were taken off the Endangered Species list in three Western states, a fierce argument has unfolded over where animals and humans should exist.
In Searching for New Job, Gonzales Sees No Takers
Former Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales has been unable to interest law firms in hiring him.
Agency Is Under Pressure to Develop Disaster Housing
The government said it will no longer use travel trailers to house the victims of future disasters, but its effort to develop a replacement has not impressed housing experts.
Behind Air Chaos, an F.A.A. Pendulum Swing
A current safety crackdown is a shift away from what critics say was the agency’s coddling of the airlines.
Suit Says Toy Kit Contains Asbestos
A California advocacy group for asbestos victims sued CBS Corporation, a toy maker and retailers over the sale of a toy based on the series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
In the West, a Fierce Battle Over Wolves
Since gray wolves were taken off the Endangered Species list in three Western states, a fierce argument has unfolded over where animals and humans should exist.
Agency Is Under Pressure to Develop Disaster Housing
The government said it will no longer use travel trailers to house the victims of future disasters, but its effort to develop a replacement has not impressed housing experts.
In Searching for New Job, Gonzales Sees No Takers
Former Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales has had no full-time job since his resignation in August, despite putting out job inquiries.
Vaccine Safety Panel to Include the Public in Setting Priorities
Amid new controversy about vaccines and autism, the government will give vaccine critics a say in shaping how the nation researches immunization safety questions.
Suit Says Toy Kit Contains Asbestos
A California advocacy group for asbestos victims sued CBS Corporation, a toy maker and retailers over the sale of a toy based on the series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
