Iran hints it could leave nuclear treaty

A conservative Iranian legislator warns Iran might pull out of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty due to a U.N. resolution censuring Tehran.

Tracking smugglers along the Mexican border

U.S. to lean on mortgage companies

  The Obama administration, battling a foreclosure crisis that shows no signs of relenting, will step up pressure on mortgage companies to help people stay in their homes, officials say.

Cars burned, windows broken at WTO protest

End of the line for Weis? Stanford rallies past ND

  In what was likely Charlie Weis' last game as Notre Dame's head coach, the Irish suffered a fourth straight loss, and just like each of their previous five losses, it came down to the wire against Stanford. The Cardinal hadn't led since late in the first quarter, but with 59 seconds remaining, Toby Gerhart scored his third rushing touchdown of the day to give Stanford a 45-38 win.

  Georgia runs over No. 7 Georgia Tech

Polanski set to be released on bail

The Swiss government agreed Thursday to release Roman Polanski on bail and place him under house arrest at his chalet in the Alps.

Viggo Mortensen hits ‘The Road’

Don't lick your lips and other winter skin savers

The year’s coldest season is full of myths. Talking snowmen? Red-nosed reindeer? Turns out there are also plenty of complexion misconceptions floating around.

6 tips for overcoming holiday diet fears

See wonders that are out of this world

  Get fresh perspectives on the Crab Nebula, the Milky Way and other wonders in November's roundup of out-of-this-world imagery.

‘Text-a-tip’ programs help police

The best new travel gadgets of the year

Read on for the scoop on 2009’s hottest holiday gadgets, each guaranteed to make every day feel like Hanukkah or Christmas all over again.

FAA transcripts show efforts to reach Flight 188