Karzai Family Political Ties Shielded Bank in Afghanistan
President Hamid Karzai, his brother and another prominent set of brothers struck agreements that have publicly backfired.

Concern Is Voiced Over Religious Intolerance
Religious leaders held an “emergency summit” to denounce bigotry toward Muslim Americans, while the imam behind a planned Islamic center finally spoke out about the controversy.

On the London Stage: A Welcome American Invasion of the British Stage
American plays and musicals have been in starring roles this season in London.

As Stadiums Vanish, Their Debt Lives On
The old Giants Stadium carries about $110 million in debt, or nearly $13 for every New Jersey resident. There are similar stories for taxpayers across the nation.

Economic Scene: The Bears and the State of Housing
The difference between viewing housing as a luxury good or as a staple is the subject of a debate about the recovery.

U.N. Says About 500 Were Raped in Congo
Two officials told the Security Council that the number of reported victims in attacks last month had risen.

Bedbugs Bad for Business? Depends on the Business
Bedbugs are showing up in commercial settings, creating a bonanza for companies that deal with the scourge.

At Fashion Week, It’s Where You Sit That Counts
With so many changes in the fashion media, designers are having a tough time deciding who gets the best seats.

Immigration Crackdown Steps Into the Kitchen
A San Diego restaurant owner has been thrust into one of the nation’s most contentious debates, sending a current of fear through the restaurant industry.