21 killed as political rivalry turns violent

  Gunmen killed at least 21 people in the Philippines Monday, apparently to prevent a woman from filing her husband's nomination to run for provincial governor, the military said.

Afghan blasts, firefight kill 4 U.S. troops

Schumer: Dems can go-it-alone on health care

  A leading Senate Democrat said Monday his party is determined to push through a health care overhaul bill with or without Republican support because the "system is broken."

NYT: U.S. faces surge in interest payments

Stocks rise sharply after surge in home sales

  A weaker dollar and better-than-expected data on the housing market sent investors moving back into stocks Monday after a three-day losing streak.

  Home sales rise to highest level in 2.5 years

Eagles shake off close losses, edge Bears

Donovan McNabb threw for 244 yards against his hometown team, LeSean McCoy scored the go-ahead touchdown on a 10-yard run following Antonio Dixon’s blocked field goal, and Philadelphia came away with a 24-20 victory over struggling Chicago on Sunday night after back-to-back close losses.

Pats stifle Jets, take 2-game lead in AFC East

Big night for Jackson at AMAs

Michael Jackson was honored with four American Music Awards on Sunday night, making history by collecting more AMAs during his career than any other artist.

NYT: Two films, two routes out of poverty

Patients face bitter choice: Pay up or lose care

A growing number of U.S. doctors are enacting their own brand of health reform, with some dumping insurance companies altogether and others forcing patients to pay thousands of dollars in cash to keep the care they’re accustomed to. Msnbc.com's JoNel Aleccia reports.

Clinic with two doors, a symbol of two-tier care

Gifts for the hardcore techies

Our crib sheet for the hard-core techie is at hand. From designer flash drives to the holy grail of remotes, these offerings are sure to please even the fussiest geek on your list.

Proton beams circulate in Big Bang machine

Electronics top splurge gifts for travelers

What makes a good holiday gift for a traveler? If you have big bucks, splurge on an e-reader or a netbook. But if you're on a budget, go for clever stocking-stuffers.

Travel 101: Save cash, beat the crowds