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Gen. David Petraeus tells members of the House that last winter's buildup of U.S. troops has met most of its military objectives. He said he envisions the withdrawal of roughly 30,000 U.S. combat troops from Iraq by next summer, leaving 130,000 in place.

Transforming runny egg whites into the fluffy edifice of a souffle is all about physics and chemistry. Enter the kitchen of chef Jeffrey Buben, who has egg cooking down to a science.

The U.S. military commander alleges that Iran's ambassador to Iraq belongs to an elite force of the Iranian revolutionary guard that has targeted U.S. forces.

Biden administration rules have one main legal pathway to seek asylum for migrants already at the border: a mobile app called CBP One. Immigrant advocates and immigration hardliners have objections.

Biden administration rules have one main legal pathway to seek asylum for migrants already at the border: a mobile app called CBP One. Immigrant advocates and immigration hardliners have objections.

General Motors and Chrysler still need billions more in government aid. Both firms presented their restructuring plans to the Treasury Department on Tuesday. Including the money they've already received, both automakers are requesting a total of $39 billion. The firms also plan to slash a total of 50,000 jobs.

Residents in Pakistan's Himalayas are reviving an ancient practice to cope with rapidly melting glaciers due to rising temperatures.

A bill in California awaiting the signature of Gov. Gavin Newsom would ban caste discrimination in the state. But the legislation has revealed deep divisions in the South Asian community.

As Bangladesh prepares for elections in January, the two main parties remain bitterly opposed. Protests are interrupting transportation in a nation where violence has become a routine part of the election cycle.

Wolfe tells Fresh Air's Dave Davies that what makes Miami exceptional is the story of how an immigrant community rose to dominate its political landscape in just over a generation. His new novel deals with racial and ethnic conflict among the city's diverse inhabitants.