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The Federal Aviation Administration's emergency air worthiness directive orders inspections of older Boeing 737 Classic and Next Generation planes that have been in storage because of reduced demand during the COVID-19 pandemic.

FAA Orders Thousands Of Boeing 737s To Undergo Emergency Inspections

The agency says older 737 Classic and Next Generation planes that have been in storage because of the COVID-19 pandemic might have developed engine valve problems that could lead to engine failure.

A giant effigy of actor Danny Kaye burns during a peak moment of Guy Fawkes festivities in London, Nov. 5, 1948. Kaye was chosen as the "Guy" by University students, much to the dismay of protesting Variety Artistes Federation. Kaye, cabling from Paris, said "Would have been pleased to start fire myself."

From Our Readers: Don't Be That Guy (Fawkes)

A couple of our readers commented on the relationship between Guy Fawkes' face and OWS. Here, we recount the origins of his image.

Former Massachusetts governor and 2012 Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney speaks at the 40th annual Conservative Political Action Conference in National Harbor, Md., in March.

Romney Not Done With Politics

Some Democrats might snicker at Mitt Romney's desire to be involved in the 2014 midterm election campaigns. While there are limits to his usefulness as a campaigner, he could have an upside for Republicans as a fundraiser.

The design, called Stand, is already in use in several European countries.

The 'Sink-Urinal' Saves Water, Encourages Men To Wash Hands

The design, called Stand, is already selling to customers across Europe. The same water running while you wash your hands is also used to flush, says the designer.

Elevator Pitch: Why Care About Washington?

Mark Leibovich, author of a just-published book about the ickiness of Washington, makes a case for why people should care.

Health Exchange Enrollment By State, In 2 Charts

Because HealthCare.gov was barely functioning in October and much of November, the administration is falling far short of the 3.3 million people it has projected would sign up by the end of December. Still, federal officials say they're confident that 7 million people will have obtained insurance on the exchanges by the end of March.

Some of the destruction at the scene of Friday's car bombing in Beirut.

Bomb Blast In Beirut Kills Former Ambassador To U.S.

The diplomat, Mohammed Chatah, was a senior aide to former Prime Minister Saad Hariri. Chatah was also a critic of Syrian President Bashar Assad and the militant group Hezbollah that is allied with the Syrian leader. At least five other people were killed and about 70 were injured by Friday's blast.

Then-nominee Christopher Wray is sworn in during his confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee last month.

Christopher Wray Confirmed As Next FBI Director

The Senate has easily confirmed Christopher Wray to be the next FBI director, placing him atop the law enforcement agency after the ouster of former Director James Comey in May.

American swimmer Caeleb Dressel clinched seven gold medals at the world championships on Sunday, tying a record set by Michael Phelps. Above, Dressel races in the Men's 4x100m Medley Relay Final.

With 7 Golds, Caeleb Dressel Ties Phelps' Record At Swimming Worlds

The 20-year-old University of Florida swimmer won his seventh gold medal at the FINA World Championships on Sunday. The day before, Dressel set a record all his own: three gold medals in one night.

The European Court of Justice in Luxembourg, seen here in 2015, ruled Thursday that psychological tests of sexual orientation may not be used to rule on asylum applications.

EU Court Rejects 'Gay Tests' For Asylum Seekers

The court said that Hungarian officials should not have administered psychological tests to try to determine the sexual orientation of a Nigerian man seeking refugee status.

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