With less than 24 hours to go, House leaders reject use of "deem and pass" tactic as they edge closer to finding enough lawmakers to pass health-care bill.

Seven years after Iraq invasion, some protesters voice concern that domestic issues are overshadowing conflicts abroad. » Katherine Shaver

Move is part of campaign to persuade pivotal bloc of anti-abortion Democrats to support reform bill.

No. 10 Saint Mary's eliminates Villanova, 75-68, in the second round of NCAA tournament.

Greek debt crisis underscores other economic and diplomatic tensions among E.U. member states.

Stepped-up drone strikes and assaults on al-Qaeda operatives earn agency director praise, criticism.

In coordinated demonstrations across Russia, thousands call on Vladimir Putin to step down.

Stewart Udall, 90, sowed the seeds of the modern environmental movement during the 1960s.

Pope Benedict XVI rebukes Irish bishops but doles out no punishment; orders Vatican probe.

44 | House Speaker Pelosi says no extra votes will be held to appease antiabortion Democrats.

Fed Reserve chief aims to persuade lawmakers not to rescind Fed's authority to regulate small banks.

Amid 8 years of war, a fraternity of survivors run gamut from fresh wound to leather-tough scar.

ECONOMY WATCH | There are signs that investors are starting to believe in the markets again.

In the undertaking of a Muslim custom, a woman finds deep sense of reward -- and shaved off 40 sins.

Freshman forward Jordan Williams helps spur Maryland to an 89-77 victory over Houston. Next tournament opponent is Michigan State on Sunday.

Democratic leaders still need votes from pivotal bloc of lawmakers concerned that the measure would open door for federal funding of abortions.

Key question is how much help Americans would still need to pay for insurance after bill passes.

When Iraq war becomes Operation New Dawn, it will join other names aimed at target audiences.

Gripes over unrelated issues lead GOP senators to block confirmation of Obama's agency nominees.

Russian PM's complaints to visiting secretary of state signal ongoing tensions a year after U.S. pledged to "reset" ties. » Mary Beth Sheridan