Karzai says he would talk to Taliban chief

  Afghan President Hamid Karzai said Thursday he's willing to talk with the leader of the Taliban in a bid for peace.

Stocks rise after new jobless claims fall

  Wall Street rose Thursday as the government reported new jobless benefit claims fell unexpectedly for the fifth straight week.

  Bernanke claims will to rein in stimulus

Wilbon: Sports greats winless vs. sexual temptation

Wilbon: The personal life of Tiger Woods has a case of the yips, just as some of the top male athletes in history have experienced "transgressions" before him.

Couple’s matchmaker ticked at Tiger

Scoop: Woods’ wife reportedly revising prenup

Sources say Tiger Woods' wife, Elin Nordegren, is standing by her man, but some also say she is revising their prenuptial agreement.

Beyonce leads Grammy nominees with 10 nods

Can exercise help ward off the swine flu?

Studies have concluded that exercise can enhance the immune system, but is the effect great enough to stave off swine flu?

  Poll: Most in U.S. want public health option

Hey, Tiger Woods: Why so dumb about tech?

Tiger Woods is not alone in his cell phone faux pas. Athletes, entertainers and politicians are all amazingly ignorant when it comes to the day-to-day digital activities.

Digital photo frames not always a ‘snap’ to use

Holiday guide to germ-free air travel

  Ase  we gear up for the next big wave of holiday travel, here are some tips for germ-free air travel and an update from airlines about change fees should illness strike.

  Tourism chiefs warn against World Cup greed