U.S. Is Top Arms Seller to Developing World

The United States maintained its role as the leading supplier of weapons to the developing world in 2006, according to a Congressional study to be released Monday.

Loyal network backs Obama after his help

In 2000, after losing a Congressional race, Barack Obama was looking to revive his political fortunes. And he soon found a springboard — a group of black entrepreneurs also trying to break out.

Christian Herter Jr., Longtime Public Servant, Dies at 88

Christian A. Herter Jr. was a lawyer and longtime public servant who in the 1960s was the first chairman of the New York Urban Coalition.

Bruce Smith, Who Sued Libya in Bombing, Is Dead at 71

Bruce M. Smith was a former Pan Am pilot who lost his wife in the bombing of Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, and became a driving force in efforts to thwart terrorists.

Justices Begin Work on a Polarizing New Docket

The ideological divisions that characterized the last term of the Supreme Court will likely remain on display after justices reconvene Monday.

Giuliani Inspires Threat of a Third-Party Run

Alarmed at the possibility of a Republican Party presidential nominee who supports abortion rights, a coalition of Christian conservatives is threatening to back a third-party candidate.

Video: A new breed of running mate emerges

Sept. 30: The spouses of presidential candidates are getting in the act like never before. Will it pay off at the polls? NBC’s John Yang reports. (Nightly News)Sept. 30: The spouses of presidential candidates are getting in the act like never before. Will it pay off at the polls? NBC’s John Yang reports. (Nightly News)


Video: Anita Hill moves forward while looking back

Sept. 30: Anita Hill, the witness at the center of the Clarence Thomas scandal, speaks with NBC’s Lester Holt about Thomas’ soon to be released memoir. (Nightly News)Sept. 30: Anita Hill, the witness at the center of the Clarence Thomas scandal, speaks with NBC’s Lester Holt about Thomas’ soon to be released memoir. (Nightly News)


Video: Big decisions mark new Supreme Court term

Sept. 30: October 1 marks the start of a new term for the US Supreme Court. The Justices face important questions ranging from who can vote to the legal rights of detainees at Guantanamo Bay. NBC’s Pete Williams reports. (Nightly News)Sept. 30: October 1 marks the start of a new term for the US Supreme Court. The Justices face important questions ranging from who can vote to the legal rights of detainees at Guantanamo Bay. NBC’s Pete Williams reports. (Nightly News)


Video: Bill Clinton rates Republican candidates

Sept. 30: Former President Bill Clinton talks with NBC’s Tim Russert of “Meet the Press” about the GOP presidential field. (Meet the Press)Sept. 30: Former President Bill Clinton talks with NBC’s Tim Russert of “Meet the Press” about the GOP presidential field. (Meet the Press)


Video: Two Clintons, one money problem?

Sept. 30: Former President Bill Clinton talks with NBC’s Tim Russert of “Meet the Press” about whether he would disclose financial contributions to his foundations if Hillary Clinton is elected president. (Meet the Press)Sept. 30: Former President Bill Clinton talks with NBC’s Tim Russert of “Meet the Press” about whether he would disclose financial contributions to his foundations if Hillary Clinton is elected president. (Meet the Press)


Video: For Clintons, love, marriage, and politics

Sept. 30: Former President Bill Clinton talks with NBC’s Tim Russert of “Meet the Press” about his wife, presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton, and a debate moment that highlighted their differing of opinion on a torture law exception. (Meet the Press)Sept. 30: Former President Bill Clinton talks with NBC’s Tim Russert of “Meet the Press” about his wife, presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton, and a debate moment that highlighted their differing of opinion on a torture law exception. (Meet the Press)


Video: Bill Clinton on global warming’s true global effect

Sept. 30: Former President Bill Clinton speaks with NBC’s Tim Russert of “Meet the Press” about the need to work collaboratively with China and India to improve the environment and reduce the number of greenhouse gasses emitted. (Meet the Press)Sept. 30: Former President Bill Clinton speaks with NBC’s Tim Russert of “Meet the Press” about the need to work collaboratively with China and India to improve the environment and reduce the number of greenhouse gasses emitted. (Meet the Press)


Docket full for Supreme Court term

Oct. 1: How much will the new conservative majority on the Supreme Court affect law-and-order issues? NBC's Pete Williams reports. (Today Show)During the U.S. Supreme Court’s new term, which begins Monday, the justices will consider the fundamental issue of who is allowed to vote just in time for next year’s pivotal presidential elections.


Transcript: Sens. Lott, Schumer on ‘FOX News Sunday’

Republican, Democrat each offer arguments over the debate on State Children’s Health Insurance Program.

Bill Clinton Hosts Celebrities to Promote Youth Activism

Bono, Alicia Keyes, Chris Rock, Shakira join former president at forum set up to precede Global Initiative summit.

Lethal Injection, Child Porn on Supreme Court Docket

More conservative court doesn’t mean more conservative rulings in session that gives Justice Anthony Kennedy the deciding vote.

Retirements, Fundraising Confound GOP Majority Effort

Inability to find new recruits for open seats, dearth in contributions lowers Republican outlook for next election.

Obama Describes Hillary Clinton as Old School Politico

Democratic presidential candidate claims frontrunner is merely an extension of her husband’s presidency, not a break from the past.

Candidates Anxiously Await Third-Quarter Fundraising Numbers

Fred Thompson’s fundraising in his first go-round as a declared presidential candidate could offer some surprisingly strong numbers as the entire field of 2008 candidates gets down to counting up their booties in the third-quarter money chase.

McCain Returns to Straight-Talking Self on Campaign Trail

Arizona senator feeling resurgence in money, reception, returns to quips, blunt answers during talks with voters.

Bill Clinton hosts stars for NYC talk

Sept. 28:  “Countdown’s” Keith Olbermann talks to former president Bill Clinton about the Clinton Global Initiative.  (Countdown)After getting hundreds of pledges to tackle the world’s problems at his philanthropic summit this past week, former President Bill Clinton did what any good host would: He threw a party.


GOP’s Thompson took own Senate path

In his eight years in the Senate, Fred D. Thompson displayed little enthusiasm for the divisive battles that motivate religious Republican primary voters.

In New Book, Justice Thomas Weighs In on Former Accuser

Justice Clarence Thomas says Anita Hill was a mediocre employee who was used by political opponents to make claims that she had been sexually harassed.

Ministers Plan to Cut Royal Navy

Ministers have drawn up confidential proposals to slash the number of ships in the Royal Navy, The Sunday Telegraph can disclose.

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