Why NASA Didn't Just Send Over A Rover To Look For Water On Mars
One reason is that it would take the Curiosity rover about a year to get there, even with no obstacles and no traffic. But the other reason might surprise you.
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Journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates Among 2015 MacArthur 'Genius' Award Winners
Representing fields from chemistry to poetry, the 24 MacArthur Foundation Fellows will each receive $625,000 over the next five years.
Obama, Castro Strike Different Notes In U.N. Remarks
In his U.N. speech, President Obama cited improved ties with Cuba as an example of his commitment to diplomacy. But in his remarks, Cuban leader Raul Castro laid out a series of demands.
California Cities Face Hidden Downside Of Water Conservation: Lost Revenue
Californians have really stepped up water conservation due to the drought. Some cities are selling almost half as much water as they normally do. But there's a big downside for water agencies — lost revenue. People using less water means major budget shortfalls.
Report: 250 Americans Have Gone To Syria And Iraq To Fight
A congressional report scheduled for release Tuesday suggests some 30,000 people worldwide have gone to Syria to fight in recent years. That includes some 250 Americans who've gone there and to Iraq.
Putin, Obama Meet On Syria, But Sharp Disagreements Remain
Russia's military buildup in Syria has raised alarms in the West, but many Russians see it as necessary to counter Islamist extremism. Russian analysts say Putin risks involvement in a quagmire.
Judge Throws Out 4 Bribery Charges In Sen. Menendez Case
Eighteen charges remain against Menendez and an eye doctor, Salomon Melgen. The men are accused of engaging in a bribery scheme involving lavish trips and political campaigns.
Lots Of Candidates Want To Simplify Tax Code; Here's What They Get Wrong
Lots of politicians, Democrat and Republican, want to cut the number of brackets in the name of simplification. Here's what's wrong with that argument.
In Limbo, In Love, In America: The Story Of A Syrian Asylum-Seeker
Khaled Alkojak, 31, fled his country's civil war and came to the U.S. via Mexico. He says he hopes to be granted asylum, though he's already been denied once. He has a work permit — and a new wife.
Bill To Avert Government Shutdown Survives Test Vote In The Senate
Senators agreed to limit debate on a measure to fund the government through Dec. 11 without stripping funding from Planned Parenthood. They're expected to approve the bill and send it to the House.