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The U.S. and the U.K. both had advised Japan not to pay ransom money to the Islamic State group for the two hostages.

Obama's early departure from India would cause him to skip a planned excursion to the Taj Mahal.

President Barack Obama met with the wife of Saeed Abedini, a pastor imprisoned in Iran, telling her his release is a "top priority."

The State of the Union address showed that he will still push his liberal agenda despite a Republican-controlled Congress.

As the White House begins to address economic inequality, Wall Street leaders appear to be warming to President Obama.

India's imports from Iran rose 41 percent to 250,200 bpd in April-December compared with the same period a year ago.

President Obama's historic visit could set the tone for increased cooperation between the U.S. and India on a number of global objectives.

Community college is already popular with Hispanic students looking to save money. Obama's plan could increase access even more.

By inviting the Israeli leader to address Congress next month, Boehner highlights the rift over Obama's Iran outreach.

The president's tax proposals are unlikely to get any traction in the GOP-controlled Congress. But they give Democrats a campaign issue.

The president touched on everything from the economy to foreign policy.

"#YesWeTan" trended as Internet users feared President Obama would wear a tan suit during the 2015 State of the Union.

Students have to maintain a 2.5 GPA, it would cost $60 billion over a decade and other basics about the free community college proposal.

The ex-con turned community leader established a program that provided an opportunity for fellow inmates to complete two-year college degrees.

Tuesday's speech is expected to go light on foreign policy despite the myriad issues facing the world.

The White House is live streaming President Barack Obama's State of the Union address. Here's how to watch it online.

Buzzwords that'll leave you buzzed Tuesday include "challenge," "gas prices" and "economy."

Obama will have to look beyond the policies outlined in his State of the Union address tonight to find a legacy-defining moment.

Cuba will host a U.S. delegation for historic talks later this week.

The most people since the start of the Great Recession -- 41 percent -- said the economy is doing well.

Apple, Facebook and other tech heavyweights have looked toward encryption in their fight against surveillance.