Top headlines: Documents reveal chaos of Gitmos early days: Newly released documents and memos about the first years of operation of the jail at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, portray a chaotic operation that its own commanders described as dysfunctional. ›07:14 Teenager publishes first novel at 14: Like most of her friends at Westwood High School, Laura Simula will have a list of achievements to put on college applications: basketball, softball and her school's band. But she also has a unique feather in her cap the publication of her first book. ›19:55 29 Jun, Mon Must-see fireworks around the country: The recession has forced the cancellation of fireworks displays in a number of places around the country like Blue Springs, Mo., and Mesa, Ariz. But many of the biggest and best-known displays will be nearly as spectacular as ever. ›14:35 2 Jul, Thu This piggy will not go to market as sausage: This pig wasn't dubbed the 'ham on the lam' by its local newspaper for nothing. An 800-pound hog that survived on its own for a week after a truck flipped while on its way to a slaughterhouse surfaced in a swimming pool at a home near the crash site. ›01:05 1 Jul, Wed Take the kids off the tourist track in NYC: Certainly visitors to New York have their pick of world-class and iconic sites the Museum of Natural History, the Empire State Building and Central Park but there is a lot more to New York than the tourist track. ›21:46 2 Jul, Thu Kindle DX: A little ungainly: The Kindle DX is not a rock star like its sibling, the Kindle 2. The DX is bigger, more expensive, and can be tedious to use. ›13:06 2 Jul, Thu S.C. first lady: Im angry, can forgive him: South Carolina's first lady said Gov. Mark Sanford's actions were "inexcusable" but she was willing to forgive him. ›21:38 2 Jul, Thu Obama pitches health plan, hugs cancer patient: President Barack Obama wanted to put a human face on his plans to overhaul health care, and a Virginia supporter did just that Wednesday. ›00:46 2 Jul, Thu Obama talks Russia, Sotomayor, jobs, Jackson: Before departing for the holiday weekend, President Barack Obama sat down with The Associated Press, talking Russia (Putin "still has a lot of sway"), joblessness (he's "deeply concerned"), and Michael Jackson (he's got the late singer's songs on his iPod). ›19:02 2 Jul, Thu NSA to help watch feds' civilian networks: A Bush-era plan to use National Security Agency help in screening government computer traffic on private-sector networks is proceeding, according to current and former government officials. ›01:03 Natures fireworks on display: In honor of July 4, we've cobbled together a collection of nature's best fireworks displays. Get an an eyeful of red-hot volcanic eruptions, dazzling lightning storms and more. ›15:20 2 Jul, Thu Federer, Roddick to meet in Wimbledon final: Roger Federer reached his seventh straight Wimbledon final Friday by beating Tommy Haas of Germany 7-6 (3), 7-5, 6-3.Federer won five consecutive titles at the All England Club before losing to Rafael Nadal in last year's final. At this year's tournament, the second-seeded Swiss is trying to win his record 15th Grand Slam title.Federer played excellent tennis Friday, holding serve easily and breaking Haas late in the second and third sets. ›21:40 Video: Iran crisis quieted, not quelled: July 2: Although the first phase of the protests in Iran have been quieted, the crisis is not yet over. NBC's Ali Arouzi reports.(Nightly News) ›23:03 2 Jul, Thu Quiet, please! Queen orders swan count: Buckingham Palace has announced that the annual Swan Upping, a tradition dating back to the 12th century which involves a census of the swan population on the River Thames, will be conducted by Queen Elizabeths official Swan Marker from July 20-24. ›19:08 26 Jun, Fri Flight diverted after man disrobes mid-flight: A cross-country US Airways flight was diverted to Albuquerque after a male passenger removed his clothing mid-flight. ›21:38 1 Jul, Wed Controversy! Cubs top Brewers on walk in 10th: ›21:28 Ruling disappoints MySpace victim's mom: Tina Meier had hoped to see her neighbor and former friend, Lori Drew, go to prison for her role in the online hoax that caused Meier's 13-year-old daughter, Megan, to end her life. But even though a judge is throwing out Drew's conviction, Meier believes Drew didn't get away with anything. ›12:58 2 Jul, Thu Ancient mosaic comes out of hiding in Israel: Israeli archaeologists unveiled one of the largest and best preserved mosaics ever found in the country, for only the second time since it was discovered more than a decade ago. ›19:14 1 Jul, Wed Bigfoot? Nope, just a big hoax in Conn.: A Connecticut woman's close encounter with the mythical beast Sasquatch turned out to be nothing more than a boy in a costume. ›21:30 2 Jul, Thu Ruling disappoints MySpace victims mom: Tina Meier had hoped to see her neighbor and former friend, Lori Drew, go to prison for her role in the online hoax that caused Meier's 13-year-old daughter, Megan, to end her life. But even though a judge is throwing out Drew's conviction, Meier believes Drew didn't get away with anything. ›13:28 Best American towns to visit by car: Has the down economy crushed your summer vacation plans? Are dreams of eating conch fritters on a palm-laden island or, say, motoring through woods that hide a hamlet full of bratwurst and Oettinger all but gone? They don't have to be. ›14:37 2 Jul, Thu Margaret Mitchell aided French after WWII: When a tiny French town destroyed during World War II needed help rebuilding, "Gone With the Wind" author Margaret Mitchell came to the rescue. She donated enough money to rebuild Vimoutiers hospital and enlisted the help of a service organization to help fund the rebuilding of the rest of the town. ›13:56 1 Jul, Wed Jackson says he'll return to coach Lakers: Phil Jackson is returning to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season.Jackson announced his decision Friday on the team's Web site. He said he consulted the team doctor about his health before deciding. The Hall of Fame coach turns 64 in September.Jackson led the Lakers to their 15th NBA championship and his record 10th title in June. He says he's confident he can handle another long season."All things point to go!" he says. ›21:24 Airline crew bares all to get passengers attention: Air New Zealand has hit on a novel way to make sure even the most jaded flyers keep their eyes glued on its flight safety briefing. ›19:19 |
