Commuters climb over a pile of snow as they walk in single file to their bus in Washington D.C., Tuesday. (Jason Reed/Reuters)
New York braces for snowstorm
The East Coast is bracing for Wednesday's big snow storm. New York is expected to bear the brunt this time, with airlines already canceling flights in the region and schools shut for the day.
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Suburbs: The new face of America's poor?
Suburbs, not inner cities, are home to the largest and fastest-growing poor population in the US. Unfortunately, they don't often have the services to help.
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What do Olympic athletes do after they retire?
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Bright Green
Audi's 'Green Police' Super Bowl ad controversial
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In India initiatives fall short of sheltering Delhi's homeless
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On eve of Iran anniversary, talk of compromise
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The New Economy: 'Miss me yet' billboard shows power of outdoor ads in Internet age
Global News Blog: Stocks rally on news of possible Greece bailout. What comes next?
Horizons: Google Buzz: How it works
Bright Green: Audi's 'Green Police' Super Bowl ad controversial
Olympics blog: Olympic dress rehearsal brings Olympic tests of patience
Eco-renovation: Do composting toilets work?
Diggin' It: Peace and beauty in a quiet, green Hawaiian garden
Chapter & Verse: Guest blog: Espresso print-on-demand machines jolt the book business
Terrorism & Security: France agrees to arm Russia with assault ships
DC Decoder: Federal government closes: Why can't they all work from home?
The Vote: Daschle rescued by local FOX News affiliate in DC snowstorm
Editor's Blog: Super Bowl, Olympics, Super Mario: How games help teach
Discoveries: The latest galactic census results are in
Haiti Earthquake Diary: At the border, a look at two different worlds
The Monitor Breakfast: Transportation Secretary steps back from 'stop driving' comment
Mardi Gras spirit fills New Orleans Saints victory parade
Loyal New Orleans Saints fans stuck with their team through years of lousy records. Now, says Debby Wood, who joined the celebrating throng, 'It's like the prodigal son finally came home.'
Oregon civil rights group offers scholarships to white students
The Oregon League of Minority Voters is trying a new civil rights tactic: offering scholarships to white students to take classes in race relations.
Chicago mayor proposes greater oversight of city council
Mayor Richard Daley introduced an ordinance this week that would allow Chicago's inspector general to investigate aldermen.
Michelle Obama says 'Let's Move' on obesity in American kids
Michelle Obama introduced the 'Let's Move' campaign to fight childhood obesity. It encourages more physical activity for kids, healthier meals in schools, and prominent food labeling.
Obama says sanctions are 'next step' for Iran
President Obama said Tuesday the international community is working on a 'significant regime of sanctions,' after Iran announced that it had begun a program to enrich uranium at a higher level of purity.
Ukraine heads back into the arms of Mother Russia
Despite a dispute over fraud allegations in the wake of Sunday's presidential vote in Ukraine, pro-Russian candidate Viktor Yanukovich is set to become the next president in what will be a dramatic shift back to pro-Kremlin policies.
Stocks rally on news of possible Greece bailout. What comes next?
Stocks rallied in the US and in Europe on Tuesday on expectations of an emergency European Union bailout for Greece. But Greece, with a ballooning national debt, is not out of the woods yet.
Obama optimistic about jobs bill after bipartisan meeting
President Obama met with leaders of both parties Tuesday to move forward one of his key objectives: a bill designed to stimulate job creation. Democrats have said they would like to pass a jobs bill by Feb. 12.
Haiti's pressing need: rain-resistant shelter for 750,000 homeless
With the rainy season set to arrive in Haiti, aid organizers say the top priority is to bring in shelter that can withstand rain and even hurricanes. Some 750,000 people still do not have basic shelter or are crowded in with relatives and friends.
NATO looks to drive the Taliban out of Marjah, Afghanistan.
