Stare-down in Syria talks, but hints of progress

The first meeting between leaders of the Syrian government and the opposition attempting to topple President Bashar Assad on Saturday in Geneva was a tense and silent stare-down that lasted only 30 minutes. But despite the icy tone, an opposition spokesman indicated that the two sides will begin discussing formation of a transitional government on Monday.

Of briefings and beards: Building a State of the Union speech

From outreach meetings to grueling schedules and even a “playoff beard,” putting together a State of the Union speech is no simple task.

What's up with the drop in stock prices?

There’s no question the stock market had a bad week. The question most investors are asking this weekend is just how much more trouble lies ahead.

Jacoby Jones allegedly involved in overnight altercation

Grammys finally deem the Beatles legends

Fifty years after the Beatles rocked America with their appearance on “The Ed Sullivan Show,” the Grammy Awards have deemed them worthy of a lifetime achievement award.

Food addicts: New study measures out-of-control eating

Will drones be next frontier in emergency response?

Gadgets that buzz, whir, and clamber into some of the most dangerous crime scenes and disaster zones have begun to help police officers and other first responders – and developers have big plans for their next act.

America's best winter drives

Check out the season’s cold-weather beauty from the comfort of your car on these top winter drives.