20 percent of girls report abuse by date
A study of students ages 14 to 18 suggests the violence is associated with health problems.

Merck CEO defends industry's pricing of drugs
Raymond V. Gilmartin cautions Congress to be careful in looking for a solution.

Black, Hispanic lawmakers want voting mandates
WASHINGTON -- Members of the Congressional Black Caucus and the Hispanic Caucus cautiously applauded the "spirit" of a national study on election reforms while stressing that its recommendations mean nothing unless they are mandated by Congress.

Tourism takes off in Chinese villages
Farmers find a way to increase their income by catering to visitors.