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The global financial community has been looking to Europe to act decisively with its debt crisis. German political leaders praised the 523-85 parliamentary vote as a victory for Europe and an important step toward solving the sovereign debt crisis. But most economists say the bailout fund needs to be even larger and stronger.

A federal judge has upheld much of a controversial Alabama immigration law, considered to be the toughest in the country. It takes effect Thursday.

Rezwan Ferdaus of Ashland, Mass., is charged with plotting to fly small, explosives-laden aircraft at the Pentagon and Capitol.

Meyer turned down the opportunity to apply for a job with the New York City Fire Department because others weren't being given the same chance. The opportunity only comes up once every four years.

Many people who live close to gas drilling sites complain of serious illnesses. But there are few concrete data to help explain why they're getting sick. Investigative reporter Abrahm Lustgarten says weak industry regulations also make it hard to establish a clear connection between gas drilling and health effects.

The Massachusetts governor may be back on track to the Republican presidential nomination. His rival from Texas has lost much of his initial luster because of dubious debate performances and controversial stances on at least three issues.

It's an important step, but just part of what needs to be done, experts say.

The U.S. relationship with Egypt was closely linked to the 30-year presidency of Hosni Mubarak. Now that he's gone, the relationship is sure to change.

Analyzing the tweets of millions of users suggested cross-cultural, Earth-wide trends in peoples' moods across days and weeks: We're more positive in the morning and late evening. The results point to new ways that academic research might tap into social media.

The rag-tag group of youths protesting against Wall Street have been dismissed by some as disorganized. But, now, organized labor is joining their cause.