McCain shies away from recent attacks

John McCain, the clock ticking down on a chance to narrow Barack Obama's lead in polls, turned away Saturday from visceral attacks on his rival to pivot back toward policy differences.

Hurricane Norbert hits Mexico's Baja peninsula

Bush: 'Stronger' economy looms post-crisis

President Bush emerged from a meeting with foreign financial officials on Saturday and said they were cooperating on a global response to the credit crisis that will lead toward a "path of stability."

Fear trumps efforts to solve crisis

Can no-name QB lead LSU over Gators?

Expert: Steady Lee gives Tigers a chance to upstage Florida, Tebow.

Leonardo DiCaprio: Half a boy and half a man

What’s made the legendary actor’s transition from teen heartthrob to leading man such a challenge? That boyish face

Review: ‘Body of Lies’ deserves a swift burial

10 ways to pick up your pace

You can blame your energy crisis on a lack of shut-eye, but there may be other reasons you're slogging along like a turtle. Find out what's fueling your fatigue.

Limit on cold remedies for kids was FDA's idea

Cosmic Log: Cassini's closest encounter

Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The Cassini orbiter survives its closest-ever encounter with a Saturnian moon and sends back a fresh crop of pictures and data.

8 great space telescopes

Signature drinks from around the world

For the adventurous who would like to try signature drinks in their international destinations of origin, here’s a list of top favorites. Cheers!

Top 10 fun fall foliage adventures