Representatives of Syrian President Bashar Assad and the rebellion against him threatened Wednesday to collapse a peace conference.
Lawmakers say Obama surveillance idea won’t work
Leaders of Congress’ intelligence committees pushed back against the idea that the government should cede control of how Americans’ phone records are stored.
US judge strikes down Okla. same-sex marriage ban
A federal judge struck down Oklahoma’s gay marriage ban Tuesday, but headed off any rush to the altar by setting aside his order while state and local officials complete an appeal.
Israel says its final farewell to Ariel Sharon
Israel said its last farewell to the late Ariel Sharon on Monday with a state ceremony outside the parliament building.
American held in UAE over video to be released
An American who’s been held in the United Arab Emirates for nine months in connection with a satirical online video about youth culture in Dubai was expected to be released soon.
Below-zero temps push into Midwest, Northeast
Icy, snow-covered roads and high winds made travel treacherous Sunday as much of the nation braced for the next winter wallop: a dangerous cold that could break records.
1 body found in Minneapolis apartment fire
Authorities said Thursday they have discovered a body in the ruins of a Minneapolis apartment fire and explosion that left 14 other people injured.
Minnesota ranks fourth in student loan debt
Designer Sam Wisneski breaks down findings from a new report on average student loan debt including where Minnesota students and St. Thomas students fall.
Student anti-abortion group to participate in D.C. March for Life
The group of students – 30 from St. Thomas and six from St. Catherine’s University – will take a coach bus to the Capitol Jan. 19 to march, attend conferences and tour.
PULSE showcases 27 acts in semi-annual performance
Sunday night presented an “Epidemic” for St. Thomas students as PULSE held its semiannual dance show in the Anderson Athletic and Recreation Complex.
Timeline: The life of Nelson Mandela
In the wake of the death of civil rights icon and leader Nelson Mandela, Designer took a look back on the his life.
Study shows jobs of 1/3 of college grads don’t relate to major
One-third of college-educated workers do not have jobs related to their major, according to a CareerBuilder.com survey, a statistic some St. Thomas students said wasn’t surprising.
Reindeer bring holiday spirit to campus
St. Thomas’ Residence Hall Association brought holiday spirit to South Campus Tuesday night with two live reindeer and a light show.
St. John’s Abbey releases list of 18 accused monks
St. John’s Abbey published the names Monday of 18 current and former monks it says likely have sexually abused minors.
Health services implements Affordable Care Act changes
The Affordable Care Act has been debated for the past four years, and with its policy beginning Jan. 1, St. Thomas Health services is embracing the new benefits.