Cape Cod's Offshore Wind Project In Jeopardy
A controversial offshore wind project under development in Cape Cod has lost both of the buyers for its power. Without financing, Cape Wind is missing deadlines to deliver.
National
Euro Falls To 9-Year Low Against U.S. Dollar
Europe may have a deflation problem. Eurozone consumer prices fell on an annual basis in December for the first time since the depths of the financial crisis five years ago. The decline was driven by a sharp drop in energy prices. The news is expected to increase pressure on the European Central Bank to come up with a more aggressive response to slow growth and high unemployment.
White House: Paris Attack An Evolution Of Terror Threat
In a statement on Wednesday, President Obama pledged support for the French authorities after the terrorist attack on the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo.
Undue Burden In Texas At Issue In Federal Court
Opening arguments began Wednesday in the case against the Texas law requiring abortion clinics to meet the standards of ambulatory surgery centers.
Needle Exchange Program Creates Black Market In Clean Syringes
Some drug users in Philadelphia are reselling syringes they get for free at needle exchanges. That's illegal, but researchers say the practice still helps prevent the spread of diseases like HIV.
Did Editorials Influence Obama's Decision To Normalize Relations With Cuba?
The New York Times' Ernesto Londono wrote editorials urging Obama to end the embargo. He tells of the changes he saw when he visited Cuba last month and how he sees the new relationship evolving.
Crowning The 33rd-Best Football Team In America
As we eagerly await the first official college football championship, commentator Frank Deford says it's intriguing that the U.S. places as much emphasis on college sports as it does on the pros.
U.S. Court Weighs Texas Law's Burden On Women Seeking Abortions
If upheld, the law — which mandates stricter building codes for clinics that perform the procedure — could leave only six clinics open in the entire state of Texas.
That's So Joe: How The Senate Swearing-In Became Must-See TV
The vice president welcomed senators and their families to Tuesday's photo-op ceremony — and he did it in typical Biden fashion.
Suspect, 1 Victim Dead In Shooting At Texas VA Clinic
An unidentified gunman opened fire at the El Paso Veterans Affairs Health Care System clinic Tuesday afternoon. Investigators did not provide any details about the victim or the gunman.