Topic: Georgia

Inside the news: The F-22 Raptor warplane

Democrats battle to regain healthcare momentum

Obama launched a campaign on health reform Monday, but opposition is building on both sides of the aisle.

US foreclosure crisis spreads to new states

South Korea says attackers used IP address in 5 nations

South Korea said Friday it had identified and blocked five IP addresses used to distribute computer viruses that caused a wave of Web site outages in the U.S. and South Korea.

Cyberattacks against US, S. Korea signal anger – not danger

The strikes aim to make a high-profile political point, not inflict widespread damage.

New budget year finds many states still scrambling

Some will need to make midyear cuts, beyond what they've sliced from their budgets already, say fiscal experts.

Sanford disappears to hike Appalachian Trail (on Naked Hiking Day)

As unemployment soars, 'new Michigans' emerge

US needs more F-22 fighters than Gates wants, says an Air Force commander

He's at odds with the defense secretary's cap of 187 stealth jets.

Three conservative reviews of Obama's healthcare reforms

Too much government involvement in private medical decisions, say some critics. Too scanty on the details, charges another.

TV crews flee Hollywood for...Hoboken?

A first-of-its-kind study confirms that a key part of the TV industry – pilot production – is moving to other states, costing California millions.

Some roses have it made in the shade, the Rose Whisperer says

Debt-collection tactics under scrutiny

At issue: Coercing debtors into waiving rights they don't know they have.

Hoyer says Murtha and other Dems should be investigated

Did lawmakers exchange millions in earmarks for campaign contributions?

Impeached

A second look at the tangled tale of America’s first impeachment trial.

Unemployment rate drops in 21 states

Congressman: FBI should investigate CIA over Pelosi's charge

Pill wars: debate heats up over 'brain booster' drugs.

Adults are taking stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall, normally used to treat serious medical conditions, to boost their concentration and job performance. Critics ask: Is it making Americans too dependent on their medicine cabinets?

Cash-strapped jails begin charging inmates for snacks – even room and board

Shades of Charles Dickens, critics say the controversial measures create debtors prisons

To probe detainee abuse, Congress leans toward outsourcing

Success of the 9/11 commission means lawmakers often punt toughest investigations to independent bodies – despite some internal resistance.

Six Picks: Recommendations from the Monitor staff

More Ray Charles brilliance on a new CD, an auction for 'Battlestar Galactica' fans, 'Roxanne' out on Blu-ray, and more.

Supreme Court weighs fairness of landmark voting rights law

Justices heard arguments Wednesday about whether a provision of the Voting Rights Act unfairly discriminates against jurisdictions in 16 states.

In a Georgian village, Easter hunts involve bruises, honor, and the fight over a 35-lb. ball

Communists failed to ban the traditional game, which is part rugby and part running of the bulls.

Opinion: Beyond Specter, Republicans have a steep hill to climb

To overcome scary electoral math, the GOP must recast its principles.

In a Georgian village, Easter hunts involve bruises, honor, and the fight over a 35-lb. ball

Communists failed to ban the traditional game, which is part rugby and part running of the bulls.