In Israel, Bush outlines a blunt vision for the Middle East At the Knesset on Thursday, the president spoke in visionary terms of Israel's future, saying that the core of the current regional conflict 'was an ancient battle between good and evil.'
Gay marriage joins campaign '08 issues The California court's ruling will force candidates to take a position or walk a tightrope. Phil Willon and Patrick McGreevy
McCain, Obama closer on Iraq The Republican wants most troops out by 2013. The Democrat has said 16 months, but leaves himself options. Paul Richter
Under China's rubble, his wife Tan Keren searched the rubble himself with his hands, then called in machinery. On Day 3 came an answer. Mark Magnier
Not that role again Austin Highsmith got a TV part, then the writers struck. Now SAG talks are stalled. Will she ever act in this town? Lynn Smith
As Time Runs Out, Survivors Pulled From Quake Rubble Chinese officials said rescuers were still finding survivors four days after an earthquake that has killed at least 22,000 people. By DAVID BARBOZA 5 minutes ago
Ruling May Revive Gay Marriage Issue in Campaign The three candidates are pretty much in agreement on the issue, but the California Supreme Court's ruling is likely to put the issue back onto the national political stage. By ADAM NAGOURNEY
In the South, a Force to Challenge the G.O.P. Turnout Senator Barack Obama has helped generate may signal a threat to the Republican dominance of the South. By ADAM NOSSITER and JANNY SCOTT
Panel Backs Amputee Sprinter's Olympic Bid Oscar Pistorius will be allowed to compete for a spot in the Olympic games after an unexpected ruling. By JOSHUA ROBINSON 4 minutes ago
Housing Starts Rise Unexpectedly New-home construction increased 8.2 percent in April, offering signs of life in a deeply troubled sector. By MIKE NIZZA 4 minutes ago
Bush in Saudi Arabia to Make Oil Plea President Bush will use a visit to King Abdullah's ranch to attempt to persuade the Saudis to increase oil production. By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG 34 minutes ago
Zimbabwe's Rulers Unleash Police on Anglicans Ahead of a presidential runoff, the ruling party is focusing an intimidation campaign on groups it does not control. By CELIA W. DUGGER
Spokesman: Gunfire hits Iranian convoy in Baghdad
An Iranian Embassy convoy came under fire in Baghdad, wounding two Iranian diplomats and two other staff, a spokesman said Friday. Tehran accused the United States of encouraging attacks against Iranian interests in Iraq.
Democrats accuse McCain of hypocrisy on Hamas
Democrats accused Sen. John McCain Friday of hypocrisy on the question of whether the United States should negotiate with terrorists and dictators, saying the certain Republican nominee had previously been willing to negotiate with the militant Palestinian group Hamas.
GE confirms plans to exit appliance business
General Electric Co. said Friday that it plans to sell or spin off its iconic appliance business, which has provided refrigerators, air conditioners and ovens for millions of U.S. homes.
Strong aftershock hits China quake epicenter
A strong aftershock sparked landslides Friday near the epicenter of this week's powerful earthquake, while some survivors were pulled from rubble after being buried for four days.
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