“It was a mistake reflecting poor judgment and should never have happened,”
— GEN. STANLEY MCCHRYSTAL, apologizing for a controversial interview with Rolling Stone in which he criticized top officials in the Obama administration.
What Happens Now to the North Korean Soccer Team?
After an embarrassing 7-0 drubbing by Portugal yesterday, will the North Korean soccer team have to face the wrath of Kim Jong Il?
Peter Orszag: First Obama Cabinet Official to Leave?
The New York Times is reporting that administration officials expect the White House budget director to leave in July.
The Top Five Hippie Holidays
The summer solstice may be over and the days may be getting shorter, but don’t fret, hippies — there are still days to celebrate.
Is It Time to Resume Deep-Water Drilling?
Support to overturn the temporary ban is coming from an unlikely place: the gulf states.
Lawmakers Want Strip Clubs Without Nudity, Drinking
Certain lawmakers in Missouri are on a mission to strip the adult-entertainment industry of nudity and alcohol.
Oil Spill Kills Off the Romantic Beach Wedding
We know the fisherman and the rig workers are hurting in the Gulf states. But who’s looking out for the wedding DJ?
Quotes: Lakers Guard Kobe Bryant on His 5th NBA Title
“This is the best one by far because it was the hardest one to get.”
— KOBE BRYANT, Lakers guard, during his team’s parade in Los Angeles to celebrate their 2010 NBA title (Via ESPN)
Who Is Faisal Shahzad?
Faisal Shahzad has pleaded guilty to carrying out the failed Times Square car bombing. But how did Shahzad get himself in this position in the first place? Here’s a look back at the steps that led to Monday’s plea. (Via TIME.com)
Autopsy Results Released for Slipknot Bassist Paul Gray
The heavy-metal rocker died of an accidental overdose of morphine, according to results released late Monday.
Tony Hayward Cancels a Keynote Appearance
Perhaps the message would be somewhat mixed.
China’s Yuan Reform: Back to the Future
After months of debate, denial and conflict, China has finally announced a new policy on its controversial currency. (Via TIME’s Curious Capitalist)