Topic: University of Texas at Austin

Why some firms are bailed out and others ignored

Those sinking in the wake of the real estate plunge get different treatment. For the overall economy, it makes sense.

Blind 'ants from mars'

Saint John: Canada’s new energy hub

The US Northeast will obtain oil, gas, and nuclear energy from projects costing $16 billion. But locals fear new initiatives will lead to pollution and negative health effects.

Latin leftists reshape democracy

Bolivians vote Sunday on the fate of President Evo Morales and other top officials.

How Obama's foreign tour plays at home

He burnished his foreign policy credentials, analysts say, but will his Berlin speech backfire?

How Obama's foreign tour plays at home

He burnished his foreign policy credentials, analysts say, but will his Berlin speech backfire?

Should we relocate species threatened by climate change?

A group of scientists has suggested that species threatened with extinction by climate change should be moved to other parts of the world where they could survive.

Does new S.A.T. help with admissions decisions?

The College Board releases a positive report on the writing section, but many schools are doing their own studies.

Who's really too big to fail?

Let some troubled financial firms fail, U.S. regulators tell Congress. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are exceptions.

Economy is top priority for Obama, McCain, and voters

Presidential candidates have very different views on how to handle taxes, jobs, home foreclosures, and fuel prices.

McCain and Obama: a stark matchup

They're both mavericks, but they differ sharply on issues and how to govern.

Blacks wrestle with Obama-Wright rift

Many understand, but some may doubt Obama's 'blackness.'

The Monitor's View: Redefining campus diversity

Selective schools need to be vigilant in their effort to bring in more low-income kids.

How will the Iraq war end?

On the fifth anniversary of the Iraq war, progress is slow but violence is down. A three-part series on the war's effects starts today with a look at what the endgame might look like.

Can Clinton slow Obama-mentum?

She faces heavy pressure in Texas and Ohio primaries.

Stashing seeds in 'Noah's fridge'

Researchers worldwide are collecting seeds from wild plants to guard against the ravages of climate change.

Stashing seeds in 'Noah's fridge'

Researchers worldwide are collecting seeds from wild plants to guard against the ravages of climate change.