Today is Wednesday, Feb. 10, the 41st day of 2010. There are 324 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Feb. 10, 1967, the 25th Amendment to the Constitution, dealing with presidential disability and succession, was ratified as Minnesota and Nevada adopted it. On this date: In 1763, Britain, Spain and France signed ...

VANCOUVER (Reuters) - Canada's ambitious goal is to top the medals table at the Vancouver Winter Olympics but it will be a hollow achievement to much of the Great White North unless the men's ice hockey gold is among the final tally. Hockey's place in Canadian culture is closer to religion than a simple sporting pastime, a unifying ...

IOC president Jacques Rogge believes the Vancouver Olympics will leave a legacy as a "blueprint" for future games. Three days before the opening ceremony, Rogge praised Vancouver organizers for their policies on the environment and long-term use of facilities. He singled out the organizing committee for its ability in coping ...