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Bite out of crime? Sandwich bribe alleged: Iowa City police said a man who was driving drunk tried to bribe a police officer with a sandwich. ›21:40 2 Sep, Tue
Continental to charge $15 for first checked bag: Continental Airlines Inc. said Friday it is charging some coach customers $15 for a first checked bag, matching a similar fee imposed by other carriers. ›15:45 5 Sep, Fri
Raising vegetables above the Arctic Circle: Amanda Joynt reached down and picked a fresh tomato from the vine. That's no small feat when you are living 120 miles above the Arctic Circle in Canada's Far North. ›15:16 5 Sep, Fri
Serena, Jankovic to meet for U.S. Open title: New height for Jelena Jankovic. Familiar scene for Serena Williams. Each won on Friday to reach the U.S. Open final. ›00:43
Welcome to The Sundays of Our Lives: We've got an underwear thief, an evil twin and a rugged leading man. Kevin Hench readies you for the newest NFL soap opera. ›04:47
Brazil: Amazon deforestation worsens: Amazon deforestation jumped 69 percent in a year the first such increase in three years as rising demand for soy and cattle pushes farmers and ranchers to raze trees, officials said Saturday. ›22:19 30 Aug, Sat
Chrysler shows plug-in hybrids to dealers: Chrysler LLC has been demonstrating plug-in hybrid prototypes to some dealers that are further developed than those previously shown by the automaker, the company's president said. ›22:23 3 Sep, Wed
Could Nobel Win Push Gore Into 08 Race?: Thousands of activists are hoping to convince Al Gore to run for president. Could a Nobel Peace Prize give the reluctant candidate a push? ›14:39 8 Oct, Mon
Phils shave Mets lead to 2 behind Myers' gem: ›01:53
Canada's oil rush comes with critics: The largest dump truck in the world is parked under a massive mechanical shovel waiting to transport 400 tons of oily sand at an open pit mine in the northern reaches of Alberta. ›19:44 29 Aug, Fri
Beyond hotels: Accomodations for the budget-minded: Budget-minded travelers have plenty of ways to save money and take trips. ›13:45 4 Sep, Thu
Drugs: Meet Mexicos Suspected Queenpin: Sexy, stylish and female. Meet Mexicos unlikely druglord suspect. ›22:00 10 Oct, Wed
FAA investigating 11 air carriers on safety issues: Federal aviation officials said Friday they are investigating 17 cases in which 11 air carriers did not comply with government safety directives. ›22:25 5 Sep, Fri
Q&A: Policing School Shootings: A disturbed 14-year-old wounds four before killing himself in Clevelandjust another spasm of violence in another bloody year for Americas schools. How to spot trouble before it opens fireand the ongoing debate over blame for a cycle that just wont stop. ›23:25 11 Oct, Thu
Experts fear fireflies are dwindling: From backyards in Tennessee to riverbanks in Southeast Asia, researchers said they have seen fireflies also called glowworms or lightning bugs dwindling in number. ›15:12 31 Aug, Sun
Worlds deadliest delicacies: Dont fancy the in-laws? Have we got a shopping list for you. From Namibian bullfrogs to red elderberries, these foods make for some seriously killer carbs. ›15:00 5 Sep, Fri
Capital Sources: Mike Huckabee, Unplugged: The former Arkansas governor struggles to raise money, lags behind the GOP presidential front runners in the polls and has been maligned by Bushs former counsel. Why he keeps on keepin on. ›18:16 11 Oct, Thu
Seeking Common Ground on Abortion: Can evangelicals and liberals come together over abortion, gay rights, and the role of religion in public life? ›14:35 10 Oct, Wed
More homeowners collect, store rainwater: Tara Hui climbed under her deck, nudged past a cluster of 55-gallon barrels and a roosting chicken, and pointed to a shiny metal gutter spout. ›15:16 5 Sep, Fri
Software teaches helicopters new tricks: Birds learn to fly by watching other birds. Now helicopters can watch each other to learn complex aerial tricks and maneuvers. ›01:21
What can I do if my flight is canceled?: In light of how the airlines are cutting back their schedules this fall, what can I do and what recourse do I have if my flight is canceled? ›20:34 4 Sep, Thu
Cops hunt speedy skateboarder: Police are trying to track down a man filmed riding a skateboard down a steep stretch of highway at 62 mph, far above the speed limit. ›11:30 3 Sep, Wed
Real Estate: Keeping Tabs On 'This Old House': Now in its 28th year, 'This Old House' has helped transform dozens of houses. But what does it really cost to be part of this DIY club? ›17:21 9 Oct, Tue
Jumper survives crash after chute problem: A Norwegian BASE jumper said he learned a hard lesson about tempting fate after surviving a spine-chilling crash from a mile-high mountain. ›16:41 4 Sep, Thu
