U.S. President Barack Obama has scheduled a Rose Garden appearance to talk about healthcare reform, including support for the measure Democrats introduced in the House of Representatives.
In signs the fragile federation in Iraq may be cracking, Kurdish leaders are taking steps that could lead to a break with the larger county while sectarian and ethnic violence threatens Iraqi unity.
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin surprised the political establishment around the country and in her home state by saying she was resigning off office effective the end of July.
North Korea warned of a "grave mistake" if the United States crosses Pyongyang. It issued a reminder that it does possess nuclear weapons and would use them.
Activists disputing the announced outcome of the election that kept Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in the presidency have called for a day of mourning for those killed during demonstrations in the country.
Iran's disputed election: Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was declared the winner in his bid for re-election as the face of Iran. His main rival Mir Hossein Mousavi is contesting that outcome. Official results had Ahmadinejad emerging from what was expected to be a tight election with more than 62 percent of the vote. He was congratulated by the likes of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez. The United States, as Vice President Joe Biden said, has "doubts" as to the elections' announced results.
Air Force Academy cadet Katherine Lee Dials reacts as another cadet replaces her shoulder boards after walking the line at the United States Air Force Academy Graduation Ceremony at Falcon Stadium on May 23, 2012 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The Air Force Academy graduated 1074 cadets this year. UPI Photo/Marc Piscotty.
