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After nearly seven years in office, Duncan bows out, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of achievement and controversy.

Loretta Lynch condemns the shootings of law enforcement officers in Texas and Illinois, as well as other acts of violence in recent months.

It’s been 20 years since Virginia started subsidizing coal companies with tax credits that have cost the state more than $500 million. As lawmakers review…

The main Shanghai stock index has dropped 30 percent since mid-June, triggering margin calls that have fueled further selling.

The old colors couldn't reflect rainfall totals in Texas that weather experts call "unprecedented."

The Iditarod announced that several dogs in this year's race were found to have tested positive for an opioid pain reliever.

It's taking more time to get nominees for financial watchdog jobs in Washington, D.C., through the confirmation process, according to a study by the Bipartisan Policy Center.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie continues to top the box office, and the song "Peaches" from the movie is on the pop charts. It's actor and comedian Jack Black's first solo entry on the chart.

Britain's top literary honor, the Man Booker Prize, has been awarded to Irish author John Banville's 14th novel, The Sea. He beat high-profile competition including Julian Barnes, Kazuo Ishiguro and Zadie Smith.

The creative minds behind Buena Vista Social Club have guided an effort by Cuban and African musicians to create a new album, AfroCubism. Deep history underlies the musical interplay on the record, as well as a surprising number of similarities.