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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
Excerpt: Roald Dahls secret mission: Dr. Francis Collins, arguably the nation's leading geneticist and author of the best-selling "The Language of God," is working on a book that promises "stunning new revelations about why we get sick; what it means to be healthy; how we can prevent disease" and medical treatment. ›18:38 2 Sep, Tue
Derf, Dnoces and other strange star names: If you have ever considered "purchasing" a star for the purpose if attaching your name or the name of a friend or relative to it, the following tale is for you. ›23:02 5 Sep, Fri
How the presidents stack up as travelers: We review a few of our past presidents travels and preview some of the travel habits of the two contenders hoping to move into the White House next January. ›15:00 5 Sep, Fri
And the winner for least-wasteful packaging...: A Hewlett-Packard notebook computer that's packaged in a recycled bag rather than a box has won a challenge by retailer Wal-Mart for less wasteful packaging. ›22:53 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
Coolest places in Spain's hot seaside city: Spains seaside metropolis is one of the hottest destinations in Europe right now. We take the guesswork out of finding Barcelonas most noteworthy hotels, restaurants, nightlife and more. ›19:41 5 Sep, Fri
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
Experts scale back sea level rise forecast: Worldwide sea levels may rise by about 2.6 to 6.6 feet by 2100 thanks to global warming, but dire predictions of larger increases seem unrealistic, U.S. scientists said on Thursday. ›22:28 4 Sep, Thu
Young baseball fan falls from stands: All week long, Matt Lauer, Meredith Vieira, Al Roker and Ann Curry have been sharing the stories of how they traced their family's roots, well now it's your turn. Maureen Taylor, a genealogist and a contributing editor of Family Tree magazine shares tips and resources on how you can start creating your own family tree and discover your roots. ›15:55 29 Aug, Fri
Think bold! Sultry lipsticks for fall: As the Democrats were meeting in Denver this week to crown Barack Obama as their presidential nominee, the American public selected its choice for his family's dog. The winning breed: The poodleby a hair. ›18:11 28 Aug, Thu
'39 Clues' a multimedia adventure: Amy and Dan Cahill and are on a worldwide quest to find the secret to their family's power in "Maze of Bones," the first book in The 39 Clues, a multimedia series. An excerpt. ›20:22 5 Sep, Fri
Volkswagen Baja Race: Paris to Ensenada: Volkswagen and its Touareg 2 head to Mexico for the Baja 500. ›07:00 16 Oct, Tue
For Chinas new Midases, gold tableware: Aiming at Chinas newly rich, a Japanese jeweler is selling a tableware set made entirely of gold for $1 million. The 13-piece set includes goblets, plates, chopsticks and cutlery, each engraved with a dragon, a symbol of youth and health in China. ›15:28 3 Sep, Wed
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
Fashion designer Mila Schoen dies at 91: Mila Schoen, an Italian designer of elegant, impeccably tailored clothes, died Friday at 91. Many of society's well-heeled women, in Italy and abroad, wore her creations, including Jacqueline Kennedy and Marella Agnelli. ›15:22 5 Sep, Fri
Top 10 Sports Cars on MSN Autos: The most popular sports cars on MSN Autos, based on visits to the site's vehicle pages. ›07:00 18 Oct, Thu
New problems on 2 Qantas planes cause delays: A Qantas Airways flight between two Australian cities was canceled Friday after fumes were detected on board, while passengers on another Qantas flight found themselves stranded overnight because of damage to their plane's wing. ›18:51 5 Sep, Fri
Rocket fuel experiment blows up: A retired NASA engineer looking to develop an inexpensive way for people to travel to space might have to go back to the drawing board after one of his experiments exploded Saturday. ›20:28 7 Sep, Sun
One unique man's slices of 'America': Ramadan is not about starving yourself," says author Huma Siddiqui, "it's about taking a step back." Epicurious examines memorable recipes and traditions of Muslim holy month. ›21:15 29 Aug, Fri
Wise answers to old wives' tales: In Jennet Conant's new book, "The Irregulars: Roald Dahl and the British Spy Ring in Wartime Washington," she explores the time the classic author was assigned to be a diplomat in Washington, D.C., and in charge of a secret mission, as well as Dahl's relationship with the great British spymaster William Stephenson. An excerpt. ›13:44 3 Sep, Wed
Pedal pushers power innovative gym: The owner of a Portland, Ore., gym hopes his people-powered approach toward energy generation the first of its kind in the nation could make a dent in his businesss carbon footprint. ›17:32 1 Sep, Mon
Poodle elected Obama's top dog: From big wins to bad bets, being the son of a gambler had its ups and downs. In his memoir, "The Bookmaker," Michael Agovino writes about his Italian-American family's quest to make it in New York City. An excerpt. ›14:05 29 Aug, Fri
Hawaiian cruises on sale, from $1,149: Hawaii is one of those destinations thats breathtaking virtually year-round. With no real calendar limitations, we scoped out good-value journeys to the picturesque 50th state with as much island time as possible. ›15:00 5 Sep, Fri
