Gates hopes to sway Russia on anti-missile system

"RAF MILDENHALL, England — Despite initial disagreements with Russian officials, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates expressed hope on Saturday about quelling Russian fears about a U.S.-backed missile defense system in Europe. Gates and Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice...

Canoe Trip Targets Oil Sands

A 1500 kilometer canoe expedition down the Athabasca River set off this week in an effort to bring more public attention to the environmental impact of oil sands development.  The trip, sponsored by the Pembina Institute, is one of many indications of the increasing...

California proposal could sway 2008 race

"A Republican-backed ballot proposal could split left-leaning California between the Democratic and GOP nominees, tilting the 2008 presidential election in favor of the Republicans."

Bush Directive Increases Sway on Regulation

"WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 — President Bush has signed a directive that gives the White House much greater control over the rules and policy statements that the government develops to protect public health, safety, the environment, civil rights and privacy. In an executive order...

MTV's first made-for-cell series

"It's called "Sway's Hip Hop Owner's Manual," an upcoming series that's produced exclusively for mobile devices. The show's host, Sway Calloway, is shot tight for the small screen. During an interview, Calloway and his guest are asked to "stand a little bit, um, unnaturally...