NBC/WSJ poll: Public Gives Congress Historically Low Marks

"A combined 60 percent of those questioned say that Congress is either below average or one of the worst in history — the highest percentage in the history of the poll."

'Powerful' Leaders May Be Poor Managers

"Strong leaders may be bad managers and can hurt the bottom line because they stifle the opinion of other workers, researchers in London found."

More Young Adults Heeding Pastoral Call

"For the past 10 years, the estimated median age of candidates for master of divinity degrees has fallen steadily, from 34.14 in 1999 to 32.19 in 2009, according to an analysis by the Center for the Study of Theological Education (CSTE) at Auburn Seminary. That marks a reversal: From 1989 to 1999, the estimated median age had climbed steadily from 31.4 to 34.14."

Woman to Head Major Intelligence Agency for First Time

"At least a chunk of the glass ceiling will come tumbling down Monday when Letitia 'Tish' Long becomes the first woman to head a major intelligence agency."

From CEO to Business Dean

"A small but growing number of business schools are hiring ex-corporate CEO's as their leaders."

Charlemagne was Tall But Skinny, Shows Bone Study

"In the journal, Economics & Human Biology, a team led by Frank Ruhli of Switzerland's University of Zurich, looked at the preserved shin bone of the one-time ruler of Europe. "Charlemagne – or Carolus Magnus meaning 'Charles the Big' as well as 'Charles the Great' – is one of the most important historical personalities, begin the study of the Frankish king who died in 814 A.D."

Band of Billionaires Pledge to Give to Charity

"In an unprecedented show of generosity, a band of 40 American billionaires have pledged to give at least half their fortunes to charity."