Initiating a Global Pipeline for Documentaries on TV
Can documentaries by independent filmmakers promote global understanding? A $19 million initiative by ITVS International plans to try.
Assessing the Aftermath of a Weekend Full of Upsets
For the first time since October 2003, half of the top-10 teams in the Associated Press poll lost: No. 3 Oklahoma, No. 4 Florida, No. 5 West Virginia, No. 7 Texas and No. 10 Rutgers.
College Football: Winners and Losers After a Weekend of Upsets
For the first time since October 2003, half of the top-10 teams in the Associated Press poll lost: No. 3 Oklahoma, No. 4 Florida, No. 5 West Virginia, No. 7 Texas and No. 10 Rutgers.
The Everyman Who Exposed Tainted Toothpaste
Eduardo Arias?s Saturday morning glance at a package label led to a worldwide hunt for tainted toothpaste.
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Budget Impasses Forces Shutdown in Michigan
With only hours remaining in the fiscal year, legislators scrambled Sunday to reach a deal that would plug a $1.75 billion deficit and avert a shutdown of many government services.
Sox Head to Playoffs With Loss to Twins
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox finally took a breather, and a curtain call. A day after earning the best record in baseball and two days after clinching the AL East, Boston trotted out its substitutes on Sunday against the Twins. Torii Hunter’s RBI double started a three-run first inning and Minnesota held on for a 3-2 victory.
Plan to Disarm North Korea Is Evaluated as Talks Recess
A draft agreement on dismantling North Korea?s nuclear program is expected to be made public after a two-day recess in talks.
Many Czechs Love U.S., but Say ?Hold the Radar?
The Czech population is deeply divided over whether their country should host a controversial U.S. missile-defense radar system that is opposed by Russia.
Volcanic Eruption Reported off Yemen
A volcano has erupted on a tiny island off the coast of Yemen, a Canadian naval vessel near the island in the Red Sea reported. At least eight people were missing.
Giants 16, Eagles 3: Giants Tie Mark and Stifle Eagles With 12 Sacks
The Giants unleashed a swarming, gang-rushing defense on the Eagles, and rekindled hope for the season?s long-term prospects.