Iran whistleblower silenced by deadly salad

A doctor who blew the whistle on the torture of jailed protesters in Iran died from an overdose of a drug in his salad, prosecutors say, fueling opposition fears that he was killed.

Ahmadinejad: Iran will further enrich uranium

Gates: 'Severe consequences' for Afghan failure

As the sales job on President Obama's Afghan plan begins, Defense Secretary Robert Gates tells Congress that defeat for America would strengthen the al-Qaida network.

NYT: Obama to step up Pakistan war

Stocks mixed as investors weigh job data

Stocks traded in a tight range Wednesday after a private report showed job cuts slowed last month, but not as much as expected.

Bleak job scene poses challenge

‘I regret those transgressions,’ Tiger says

Tiger Woods said he let his family down with “transgressions” he regrets “with all of my heart,” and that he will deal with his personal life behind closed doors.

Transcript of Tiger Woods' statement

Scoop: Third woman emerges in Woods scandal

The Tiger Woods case might be closed in the opinion of the Florida Highway Patrol, but not according to some of the women who reportedly have had relationships with the pro golfer.

Tiger timeline: His career, accident, alleged affairs

Dark shadows loom over ‘facilitated’ talk

The communication technique touted last week  as helping a Belgian man emerge from 23 years in coma-like isolation turned one Michigan family's life into a living nightmare.

Man controlled robotic hand with thoughts

7 ways microbes may solve our energy woes

Microscopic organisms – archaea, bacteria and fungi – have the potential to reshape the world's power supply.

10 best Nintendo DS games of the year

Pet policies of top hotel chains

Most major hotel chains are putting out the welcome mat for Fido. However, some have restrictions that muzzle the term “pet friendly”. Here’s a guide to help.

Main Paris museums closed due to strike