Monday, May 21, 2012 4:45 a.m.

Dozens Killed By Suicide Bomber In Yemen

The death toll from an attack on soldiers rehearsing for a military parade is reportedly approaching 100. Also today, a U.S. Coast Guard instructor was shot and wounded in Yemen.

Monday, May 21, 2012 4:41 a.m.

Suicide Bomber Kills Dozens Of Soldiers In Yemen

Military officials said the suicide bomber was a soldier taking part in a military parade rehearsal in the capital, not far from the presidential palace. The blast one of the deadliest attacks in Sanaa in months.

Monday, May 21, 2012 4:20 a.m.

Eclipse Of The Sun: Did You Fall Into The Ring Of Fire's Path?

For much of the western U.S. and Asia, the rare celestial event was quite a show. Were you in its path?

Monday, May 21, 2012 3:45 a.m.

What Does Ron Paul Want? Hint: It's Not About The 2012 GOP Nomination

Ron Paul knows he's not going to be the Republican nominee for president this year. Mitt Romney has it all but locked up. But Paul's supporters are flooding state conventions, getting elected as convention delegates ... and preparing for life after 2012.

Monday, May 21, 2012 2:00 a.m.

Your Stories Of Being Sick Inside The U.S. Health Care System

Our call-out on Facebook for people to share their experiences of the health care system yielded close to 1,000 responses. From Oregon to Florida, respondents told wrenching tales of bankruptcies, medical errors, and treatment delayed or foregone because of cost.

Monday, May 21, 2012 1:02 a.m.

Sophomoric? Members Of Congress Talk Like 10th Graders, Analysis Shows

The sophistication of congressional speech-making is on the decline, according to the open government group the Sunlight Foundation. Since 2005, the average grade level at which members of Congress speak has fallen by almost a full grade.

Monday, May 21, 2012 12:01 a.m.

Change Comes To Saudi Arabia, In Slow Motion

After the Arab Spring, Saudi rulers still have a firm hand on the country and its oil wealth. But in a country known for its restrictions, many people here are speaking openly about the need for democratic reform.

Sunday, May 20, 2012 11:59 p.m.

Mineral-Rich Mongolia Rapidly Becoming 'Minegolia'

Mongolia is in the midst of a dramatic economic boom as huge mining operations look to reshape the country. Some predict Mongolia's GDP will double in a decade. But this economic overhaul could put further pressure on Mongolia's traditional way of life.

Sunday, May 20, 2012 11:35 p.m.

Secret Donors Still Find Ways To Remain Anonymous

Those hoping to sway the presidential election with anonymous donations to non-profit political groups, could find their names made public this fall after a pair of court rulings backed public disclosure. There are, however, ways to work around that.

Sunday, May 20, 2012 9:01 p.m.

A Dire Sign Of The Obesity Epidemic: Teen Diabetes Soaring, Study Finds

The proportion of 12- to 19-year-olds who report having diabetes or "prediabetes" increased from 9 percent in 1999 to 23 percent in 2008, according to a paper published in the journal Pediatrics. "This report really sounds the alarm," says one researcher.