Associated Press MOSCOW — Russia is facing a heightened risk of being drawn into conflicts at its borders that have the potential of turning nuclear, the nation’s top military officer said Thursday. Gen. Nikolai Makarov, chief of the General… more »

By Jim Puzzanghera and Stuart Pfeifer Los Angeles Times (Reporting from Washington and Los Angeles) The Obama administration ignored "red flags" about failed Northern California solar panel manufacturer Solyndra, rushing through a $535-million loa… more »

  Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy MSNBC.com By Scott Stump When former Vice President Dick Cheney releases his memoir early next week, it may cause the second earthquake in Was… more »

Huffington Post  By Craig Kanalley Numerous websites for House and Senate members appear to be down Monday night following a speech from President Barack Obama on ongoing talks to raise the debt ceiling. The website DownForEveryoneOrJustMe.com conf… more »