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Top Goldman Leaders Said to Have Overseen Mortgage Unit

As the bank deals with a fraud suit from the S.E.C., former workers say that in 2006, executives sided with traders who thought home prices would decline.

• S.E.C. Puts Wall St. on Notice

Airlines Press Europe to Ease Ban on Flights

As Europe grounded most airline flights for a fourth day, desperate airlines ran test flights and pressed aviation authorities to loosen the flight ban.

• Volcanic Ash May Weigh on European Economy
• Ash Seen Posing Little Health Danger
• Has the Travel Crisis Affected You? Share Your Experience

Democrats Seize on Financial Oversight After Goldman Suit

Democrats are emboldened to ratchet up pressure on Republicans who oppose the financial overhaul bill.

• S.E.C. Puts Wall St. on Notice

Reaching Out Quietly to Muslims in America

The Obama administration has reached out to Muslims in a widening effort that has left even skeptics surprised.

Indian Who Built Yoga Empire Works on Politics

Swami Ramdev, a yogic fusion of Richard Simmons, Dr. Oz and Oprah Winfrey, said he would establish a party with a message of national pride and Indian values.

• Times Topics: India

Alternate Path for Teachers Gains Ground

In New York, alternative teacher programs may soon offer a master’s degree, delivering a blow to education schools.