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Summer forecast sparks concern over fires, water shortages

About three-fourths of the nation — from the Southwest to the Mid-Atlantic — faces elevated odds of above-average temperatures this summer.

Closing arguments in Edwards corruption trial

Prosecutors used John Edwards’ own political rhetoric about the two Americas in their closing arguments.

U.S. envoy to Israel: U.S. ready to strike Iran if necessary

The U.S. has plans in place to attack Iran if necessary to prevent it from developing nuclear weapons, Washington’s envoy to Israel said.

Hundreds flee raging wildfires in Colo, Ariz.

Officials have ordered evacuations for residents of 65 homes in Colorado, while more than 300 people have evacuated due to an Ariz. fire.

Cuban president’s daughter Mariela Castro gets U.S. visa

Cuban first daughter Mariela Castro has been granted a U.S. visa to attend events in San Francisco and New York.

U.S. imposes tariffs on Chinese solar panels

The Obama administration called Thursday for hefty tariffs on Chinese-made solar panels and cells..

Questions about Clinton

Experts on foreign policy pose three caveats on Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Huntsman’s daughter touts dad for NYC mayor

Jon Huntsman’s daughter, Abby, tweets a suggestion: How about her dad running for mayor of New York City?

Obama nominates ambassador to Burma

President Obama announced that he’s nominated the first U.S. ambassador to Burma in 22 years.

What will Hillary Clinton’s diplomatic legacy be?

As her tenure winds down, Hillary Rodham Clinton’s diplomatic approach is seen as innovative, indefatigable but ultimately indentured.