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Alaska's economy depends heavily on oil for jobs and tax revenues. Shell's decision to halt oil and gas exploration off the state's northern coast is a "huge disappointment," the governor says.

Shell spent 10 years and $7 billion preparing for an offshore drilling operation in the Arctic. But after a disappointing test well, the company says it's giving up, for now.

A native of Trinidad and Tobago, Warner was among 14 FIFA executives who were indicted on a range of corruption charges in May.

As early as 2007, Volkswagen was reportedly warned by the contractor that supplied the now-infamous engine management software that it would be illegal to sell cars with deceptive settings.

Critics say research on fetal tissue is no longer needed to answer crucial medical questions. But National Institutes of Health officials and other scientists say alternatives don't yet measure up.

Many local startups say their biggest hurdle is cash. It's such a common complaint, Atlanta's mayor is launching a venture capital fund to help tech companies get off the ground.

Traditionally, the three daily meals in America are breakfast, lunch and dinner. But did our forebears eat four times a day instead of three?

The herds pound their way over open areas, but many migration watchers prize the sight of a large herd crossing water — and that was the case today.

The city of Little Rock has contracted the Public Safety System company to track false alarm calls more effectively. Residents can expect a fine of $25...

You don't have to ride a rocket ship into the cosmos to have the chance to help name a planet. The names of stars and planets are up for grabs right now — and you can get in on the action.