Medtronic Says U.S. Investigation Has Closed
The Justice Department and the United States attorney’s office in Massachusetts have closed their investigation related to the orthopedic product Infuse, Medtronic said.
Roundup: Indiana Pacers Defeat Miami Heat
David West scored 16 points, George Hill added 15 and the Indiana Pacers took home-court advantage away from Miami by beating the Heat in Game 2 of the teams’ Eastern Conference semifinal series Tuesday night.
Hawaii’s Beaches Are in Retreat, and Way of Life May Follow
Most beaches on the state’s three largest islands are eroding, and the erosion is likely to accelerate as sea levels rise, according to a new report.
When It’s Rangers-Devils, the Fists Win
The Rangers and the Devils split their six-game season series, but the final scores practically became an afterthought because of spillages of animosity.
Op-Ed Columnist: Saving the Lives of Moms
On Mother’s Day, let’s celebrate a fistula hospital that you readers helped build, and the many African women whose lives it will surely save.
Slap Shot: Playoff Run Aside, Coyotes’ Ownership Is Still a Prickly Issue
The Phoenix Coyotes are about to make their first appearance in the Western Conference finals, and the N.H.L-owned club may soon have a new owner.
Rangers, Through Second-Guessing, Just Want to Play Game 7
Both the Rangers, who are 4-0 at home in Game 7’s in team history, and the Capitals, who have already won a Game 7 in the playoffs, are ready for Saturday’s decisive game.
Basketball’s Harlem Wizards and Ambassadors in a Legal Wrangle
A legal battle between the Harlem Wizards and the Harlem Ambassadors, two show basketball teams, centers on accusations that a player was induced to jump from one team to the other.
Recipes for Health: Romaine and Radish Salad With Buttermilk Lemon Dressing
A tangy, creamy dressing cuts the bite of the radishes and the mild bitterness of the romaine.
Manchester City Closes In on Title
The Premier League leader Manchester City will close the season with games against Newcastle United and the Queens Park Rangers.
Bits: Creating a Language for the Web
Companies are creating words and symbols that are gaining recognition on the Web and followers. Examples include the “like” of Facebook and the abbreviation LOL (laugh out loud).
Astros 6, Mets 3: Two Home Runs Power Astros Over Mets
Jon Niese gave up two home runs in the first two innings, and the Mets were never able to recover against the Astros.
The Rail: Talk About the Kentucky Derby With The Times’s Joe Drape
The Times is looking for readers to join its reporters and editors during a video discussion about the Kentucky Derby and the state of horse racing.
The Rail: Talk About the Kentucky Derby With The Times’s Joe Drape
The Times is looking for readers to join its reporters and editors during a video discussion about the Kentucky Derby and the state of horse racing.
Taser Shot to the Chest Can Kill, a Study Warns
An analysis of eight people who went into cardiac arrest after receiving shocks from the devices highlights the risks they carry and the importance of using them properly.