Berlin (Germany)

Tenor saxophonist Big Jay McNeely has been a musical revolutionary for decades. His first recording, the sinuous, irresistible 1949 instrumental “Deacon's Hop,” ignited a rhythm-and-blues explosion that heralded and hastened the rise of rock...

WASHINGTON — On the surface, President Obama would seem to have a strong hand as he heads to the annual Group of 8 economic summit. Instead, the meetings Monday and Tuesday seem set to provide the first test of how much his administration's...

WASHINGTON — Five years ago, when Americans had not yet made up their minds on their choice for president, Europe had. More than 200,000 people crowded the streets of Berlin — a favorite backdrop for U.S. politicians reaching for history...

LONDON — After years of unrelenting austerity, Europe seems to have turned a corner on its debt crisis — right into a dead-end street. Since the turmoil erupted in 2009, countries from Ireland to Greece have focused almost exclusively on...

David R. and Virginia Hay of Somerset are observing their 40th wedding anniversary. They were married June 10, 1973, at the Meyersdale Church of the Brethren by the Rev. John Glick. After residing their first five years in Summit Township, the couple...

Why haven't Berliner Weisse beers caught on? Throughout the past few years, a range of sour beer styles — from crisp, tart Belgian lambics and fruity Flanders red ales to funky American wild ales — have steadily gained followings. Yet, the...

History is for old fogeys, right? Well, then, what are all these young people doing volunteering at the Washington County Historical Society? And, why are high and middle school students engaged with in-depth historical research projects? Interns and...

Psychiatrist Daniel Offer ignored conventional wisdom and prevailing theories in conducting research that provided new insights into adolescent development and how adults remember the past. "He always said, 'You've got to get the data,'" said his wife,...

Donald Ray Dickey, 78, of Somerset, died May 14, 2013, at his home. Born Oct. 21, 1934, in Black Twp., son of Francis Russell and Mary Ellen (Youler) Dickey. Preceded in death by parents, son-in-law Gunter Stehr; brothers Harry D. Dickey, Robert E. Dickey...

Austrian director Ulrich Seidl makes a habit of blurring boundaries: his documentaries include staged scenes, and his dramas feature nonprofessional actors who are sometimes playing versions of themselves. But there is little middle ground when it comes...

BERLIN -- Europe's most important relationship is under increasing strain after French officials accused Germany's leader of "egotistical intransigence" and leaders in Berlin shot back by describing France as the continent's "biggest problem child."...

At 2:50 am Anthony and Bates are off to Dresden, Germany to find the Ministry of Finance. The guys express feelings to keep working with Caroline and Jen. They consider the guys “race boyfriends.” This is just like a Big Brother showmance....