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Defibrillator shock may signal future trouble: You, your kids, and your parents all have surprisingly different requirements when it comes to nutrition. Here's a guide to help you know who needs what vitamins and when. ›12:46 3 Sep, Wed
Breaking Ramadan's fast in Ramallah: You know this country is in the midst of a housing crisis, but do you know what to do if you find yourself in a trouble? TODAY's Jean Chatzky offers tips for homeowners facing housing problems. ›21:02 29 Aug, Fri
Economic woes hit Fashion Week catwalk: Fashion as any manufacturer or retailer will tell you is an industry that's among the first to be affected by the economy's roller-coaster ride. Yet in this downturn, there are a record number of shows planned for New York Fashion Week, which starts Friday. ›21:50 4 Sep, Thu
World Blog: Pakistanis worry about Zardari rule: Asif Ali Zardari, widower of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, is poised to win Pakistans presidency Saturday. But critics say he is too corrupt to turn this reeling nation around. ›16:17
Blood calcium tied to lethal prostate cancer: A ban on new fast-food restaurants in poor Los Angeles neighborhoods has made headlines around the world, but residents say they dont plan to give up their cheeseburgers, fried chicken and tacos anytime soon. ›17:11 3 Sep, Wed
Growing older, staying married longer: In "September Songs," journalist Maggie Scarf shares the findings of her extensive interviews with aging couples, revealing how a longer life span affects marriage. An excerpt. ›15:12 4 Sep, Thu
Oddest book title? Greek Rural Postmen: It may not be a best-seller, but "Greek Rural Postmen and Their Cancellation Numbers" has won a literary accolade: oddest book title of the past 30 years. The runner-up was "People Who Don't Know They're Dead," and third place went to "How To Avoid Huge Ships." ›14:47
allDay: Palin spark new mommy wars?: Author Stephenie Meyer, writer of the best-selling young adult "Twilight" books, has put the fifth and final installment on hold after a partial draft was posted on the Internet. "This has been a very upsetting experience for me," she wrote. ›13:28 3 Sep, Wed
Tobacco cancer cases top 2 million in 5 years: More new babies kidnapped by strangers are being taken from homes and other public places, even as the number of newborns abducted from hospitals has declined, researchers said. ›12:28 4 Sep, Thu
Raft made of plastic bottles crosses Pacific: Tanned, dirty and hungry, two men who spent three months crossing the Pacific on a raft made of plastic bottles to raise awareness of ocean debris finally stepped onto dry land. ›14:54 28 Aug, Thu
In Bordeaux, a white wine road less traveled:
Closet eater shapes up, sheds 100 lbs.: Take a look at the amazing before and after photos of the newest Joy Fit Club members. ›13:35 17 Jul, Thu
Experts: Cheating gene not a predictor: Researchers have linked a monogamy gene with the relationship behavior of men and their partners but it doesnt destine men to be unfaithful, according to experts. This is just one component to a much larger puzzle, Dr. Laura Berman said. ›14:22 3 Sep, Wed
U.K. army to reconsider bearskin hats: After meeting with animal rights activists, the British military said Tuesday that it will study alternative materials to replace the bearskin hats worn by the soldiers who guard Buckingham Palace. ›12:22 3 Sep, Wed
Was Palin's SSN published on the Web?: Part of vice presidential candidate and Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's Social Security number apparently was published on the Web earlier this week, stirring up privacy concerns. ›13:09
Europe's downturn deters African migration: Europe's economic downturn is deterring would-be migrants in Africa from making the often perilous journey to the continent in search of work, migration experts said. ›12:19
Rower crossing Pacific to combat plastic: A British environmentalist arrived in Honolulu early Monday, completing the initial leg of her journey as she tries to become the first woman to row alone across the Pacific Ocean. ›01:52 2 Sep, Tue
Soldier suicide rate may set record again: U.S. scientists have mapped the cascade of genetic changes that turn normal cells in the brain and pancreas into two of the most lethal cancers. ›20:38 4 Sep, Thu
When sex and technology don't mix: If youre given the choice between an awesome gadget and a weekend getaway with a hot girl ... sometimes its just best to change the channel. Such is the case with Playboy TV's new reality dating show, "Gadget or the Girl." ›13:08
Plague threatens last of the ferrets: On the grasslands near Badlands National Park, wildlife officials have been waging a war since spring to save one of the nation's largest colonies of endangered black-footed ferrets. ›21:55 30 Aug, Sat
Advancing Atlantic swallows African village: The old shore road to Totope is now under the sea, and when developers began carving out another one, it was washed away so often they abandoned it. ›14:13 26 Aug, Tue
Cheney blasts Russia's 'threat of tyranny': The United States is committed to Ukraine's security and freedom, U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney pledged Friday. ›14:12
Alaska voters decide mining over fish: Alaskans were given an option when voting for an initiative in their primary election: mining or fish. ›23:56 28 Aug, Thu
U.S. offers aid to Gustav-blasted Cuba: The U.S. has offered Cuba in emergency aid for the victims of Hurricane Gustav and is willing to send far more if a U.S.-approved disaster assessment team is allowed in for assessment. ›17:48
