Burt Shavitz, Namesake And Co-Founder Of Burt's Bees, Dies
Shavitz was "a wild-bearded and free-spirited Maine man, a beekeeper, a wisecracker," the company writes. He was 80.
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Obama To Meet With Vietnam's Communist Party Chief Amid Concern Over China
Hanoi and Washington hope to strengthen economic and defense ties, especially in the wake of Beijing's construction on a disputed reef in the South China Sea.
Russian Rocket Poised For Crucial Supply Run To Space Station
After a string of launch failures, NASA says astronauts have just four months of supplies left. A Russian rocket launching early Friday could provide relief.
Flood Maps Can Get Much Sharper With A Little Supercomputing Oomph
Entrepreneurs are turning to Oak Ridge National Lab's supercomputer to make all sorts of things, including maps that are much more accurate in predicting how a neighborhood will fare in a flood.
After Supreme Court Decision, What's Next For Gay Rights Groups?
Advocates concede it may be more challenging to rally public support and dollars for causes that may be less obvious or visceral than marriage.
How A Historical Blunder Helped Create The Water Crisis In The West
In 1922, seven states drew up a plan for dividing the waters of the Colorado River. But they overestimated how much water the river could provide — and now 40 million Americans face a water crisis.
For Many Navajo, A Visit From The 'Water Lady' Is A Refreshing Sight
For decades, residents of the Navajo Nation's Smith Lake community have had to make their water stretch; a mission trucks it in monthly from 50 miles away. But soon, they'll be getting their own well.
Senate Passes Fast-Track Trade Legislation, 60-38
The vote is a victory for President Obama, giving him final approval of legislation that enhances his power to negotiate trade deals.
Corruption On The Border: Dismantling Misconduct In The Rio Grande Valley
The FBI is cracking down on rampant corruption in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. With voter fraud, drug smuggling and bribery a big part of border culture, it's proving to be a difficult task.
U.S. Women Win World Cup Final 5-2, After Spectacular Start
In the first five minutes, Carli Lloyd scored two swift goals. Lauren Holiday brought the score up to 3, and then Lloyd scored from midfield for a hat trick. The team led 4-0 after just 15 minutes.