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New index sizes up nations on rights: Imagine slapping a government on a grocer's scale and measuring how its top leaders, officials and judges behave. Experts say the "Rule of Law Index" does just that. ›22:22 3 Jul, Thu
Photo of the Week: Where was this image snapped?: MSNBC's photo of the week: Where was this photo taken? ›20:30 3 Jul, Thu
Help! Im drowning in student loans: TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky shares advice on balancing the bills and resolving your credit problems. ›16:55 24 Jun, Tue
Giant solar tower could power the future: A new energy concept called a solar tower could generate enough electricity for 200,000 homes. It would release no noxious fumes just sun-heated air. ›18:35 2 Jul, Wed
Review: Jason Batemans the real hero of Hancock: While the idea of a drunken and misanthropic superhero getting a P.R. makeover is certainly a promising one, Hancock mishandles the opportunity horribly. ›01:29 1 Jul, Tue
Slain moms kids plead for help finding killer: The man who stabbed Texas mom Tina Davila to death when she wouldnt relinquish the car containing her infant daughter is still at large, and Davilas grief-ravaged children want him caught. She was the coolest mom," her daughter Patricia said tearfully. ›03:04 2 Jul, Wed
On Iran, top military officer sounds like Obama: It could turn out to be one of the significant comments of the 2008 campaign and due to the July 4 weekend, it isnt getting much notice. The nations highest ranking military officer warned Wednesday upon his return from a visit to Israel that a strike on Iran would be a very bad idea. ›21:05 3 Jul, Thu
French locals indifferent to Brangelina: Residents of Nice, France, where actress Angelina Jolie awaits the birth of her twins, aren't impressed by celebrity. Stars who escape there aren't hounded by autograph-seekers. ›20:19 3 Jul, Thu
For a patriotic toast, raise a glass of sangria: Celebrate Independence Day with a glass of this traditional Spanish favorite made perfect for the Fourth with this red, white and blue recipe. ›15:09 2 Jul, Wed
Video: How disguises played a part in hostage rescue: July 3: NBC's Mark Potter has more on "Operation Checkmate," the bold ruse behind the rescue of three American hostages from Colombian rebels.(Nightly News) ›23:12 3 Jul, Thu
One Hungry Girl reaches out to others: Lisa Lillien lost about 30 pounds seven years ago, and the guilt-free recipes she invented for everything from tuna melts to brownies are now helping thousands of others lose weight. ›17:38 19 Jun, Thu
Assisted suicide case hits German nerve: Bettina Schardt knew that the combination of drugs she drank in the living room of her home in Wuerzburg last week would kill her, and she died alone. ›21:00 3 Jul, Thu
Southern comfort: Try creamy shrimp and grits: Phil Lempert steals this weeks recipe for shrimp and grits from chef Eric Kelly of Scape, a sophisticated American bistro in St. Louis, Mo. ›15:19 30 Jun, Mon
Best friends get gorgeous makeovers!: US Weekly contributor Jill Martin and hairstylist Louis Licari make over a pair of best friends who are ready to take a fashion-forward leap together. ›18:53 26 Jun, Thu
Money 911: Whats your emergency?: Do you have money problems? Are you struggling to get out of debt? Are you burdened with payments for your house, for college, or for elderly parents? TODAY is here to help. Tell us your story and we might address your concerns on an upcoming TODAY segment! ›15:42 3 Jul, Thu
Keep your cool with Giadas summer recipes: Want to please your palate without slaving over the stove? Chef Giada De Laurentiis offers recipes for delicious appetizers and sides that keep you cool and take just minutes to create. ›23:45 30 Jun, Mon
Alaska cruise lines face pollution lawsuit: Two Alaska groups say cruise ships are denying state inspectors access to pollution control equipment and personnel, and they intend to sue offending companies. ›21:29 2 Jul, Wed
6 wackiest museums in the U.S.: Not every museum is devoted to fine art. TODAY travel editor Peter Greenberg shares his candidates for some of the wackiest museums in America museums that celebrate everything from mustard to lunch boxes to UFOs. ›17:51 27 Jun, Fri
Mongolian capital calm after riots: Military vehicles withdrew from streets as life in Mongolia's capital largely returned to normal Thursday just days after rioting sparked by an electoral dispute left five people dead. ›19:59 3 Jul, Thu
Boy George: U.S. wont keep me out forever: Though shut out from a U.S. tour because of an impending criminal trial in London on charges of assault and false imprisonment of a male escort, the 80s pop icon says he's not going to have a hissy fit. ›22:12 25 Jun, Wed
Teen pregnancy pact has 17 girls expecting: An investigation has been launched into an apparent teenage "pregnancy pact" that has at least 17 high-school girls expecting babies, four times more than last year.
Teen who lost arm to gator: God was with me: Kasey Edwards knew that when a 600-pound gator clamped his left arm , he was in a tug-of-war he couldnt win. I dont care who you are: If an 11-foot alligator tries to pull you under the water and you hang on, theres something else holding you, he said. ›20:46 23 Jun, Mon
Italy fingerprints thousands of Gypsies: Italian authorities have started fingerprinting tens of thousands of Gypsies living in nomad camps across the country, brushing aside accusations of racism. ›01:12
Best friends get gorgeous makeovers!: US Weekly contributor Jill Martin and hairstylist Louis Licari make over a pair of best friends who are ready to take a fashion-forward leap together.
