Armstrong to be Stripped of Titles, Banned from Cycling
The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency said late Thursday it will strip famed cyclist Lance Armstrong of his titles and ban him from competitive cycling.
Ruled Sane, Norwegian Mass Killer Goes to Prison
Norwegian terrorist Anders Behring Breivik was sentenced to a maximum jail term of 21 years on Friday. The court found Breivik, who killed 77 people last year, legally sane.
Heavy Fighting in Syrian Capital
Parts of Syria's capital were under siege Thursday, with pitched fighting reported between Syrian government forces and rebels.
Director Aaron Williams Step Down from Peace Corps Top Spot
Peace Corps Director Aaron S. Williams Tuesday announced that he informed the President of his intention to step down as the head of the international volunteer agency. Director Williams cited personal and family considerations as the reason for his departure. He will conclude his tenure as Director on September 17, 2012.