Destroying endangered species' habitat wouldn't count as 'harm' under proposed rule
The Trump administration is reinterpreting a key word in the Endangered Species Act that could have big consequences for species at risk.
Interior Secretary's Legacy Defined By Issues Of Oil
Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, the latest member of President Obama's Cabinet to announce his second-term departure, ran a department responsible for a half-billion acres of public land. But it's how he dealt with the oil industry and renewable energy issues that marked his tenure.
The Decades-Old Gun Ban That's Still On The Books
In 1986, Congress passed a ban on buying and selling machine guns made from then on — with the blessing of none other than the National Rifle Association. Gun law experts say the law was more significant than it seemed at the time.
Algeria Hostage-Taking Could Be Retaliation For France's Actions In Mali
Islamist militants attacked and seized a gas field in Algeria on Wednesday and said they were holding dozens of foreign workers hostage, including seven Americans. The militants said the attack is retaliation for France's military intervention in Mali.
Taliban Militants Target Afghan Intelligence Center
The Taliban claimed responsibility for a multi-pronged suicide bombing attack on Afghanistan's intelligence headquarters in Kabul in Wednesday. It was the second attack on the spy headquarters in little more than a month.
Homebuilding Is Booming, But Skilled Workers Are Scarce
More than 2 million construction jobs disappeared during the economic downturn. But now that there are indications the sector is rebounding, the industry is actually experiencing a labor shortage in many parts of the country.
Some House Republicans Deny Risk Of Default In Debt Ceiling Debate
Some GOP House members argue that if the debt limit isn't raised, the president would have to make choices about what bills get paid. But economists say prioritizing payments — even assuming it would be possible — isn't a great idea.