Fear of litigation has a dramatically negative effect on costs, productivity and patient care.

The latest spate of violent incidents in Afghanistan is set to increase pressure in America and Europe for a quicker end to the mission in the country.

The financial crisis in Europe seems very complex, but we understand that how it comes out will have important and perhaps painful consequences for Americans as well as Europeans. As a guide for the perplexed, here are some Qs and As that might shed some light on why we are where we are.

Leading maritime experts from the United States and Japan will discuss issues regarding the waters of the Asia Pacific.

At this event, panelists discussed maritime law and security in Asia.

Does the chemical used to make non-stick frying pans endanger the lives of the workers who make it? Facing a daily assault of über-opinionated stories on the web, the public has developed low expectations of journalists. But we continue to have high standards for science reporters wrestling with information that can impact our health and safety. Sadly, such lofty expectations aren't always met.

The competition is fierce, but herewith the top five “New Malthusians” for a cover tribute band for the early 21st century.

Just a few weeks ago Romney accused people who use these tactics of "demagoguing [the] issue" and said such rhetoric "harms America." Now he is engaging in the same demagoguery himself.