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Kahn: 10 most likely to improve: After meeting in the NBA Finals, Jordan Farmar and Rajon Rondo should be even better. Mike Kahn lists 10 players likely to improve. ›19:14 29 Aug, Fri
2008 NFL Preview: NFC North: The Packers and Vikings have Super Bowl aspirations, and the Bears are just two years removed. But can their QBs lead them there? ›04:55
Minn. economy buffeted by crosscurrents: High energy prices have become the No. 1 issue for Minnesotans in this years presidential race. High food prices are important, too, but they cut both ways in the agricultural state. ›15:28 29 Aug, Fri
Gas prices edge up before Labor Day weekend: Gas prices swung higher the first increase in 43 days as analysts warned that a hit on U.S. energy infrastructure by Hurricane Gustav could send pump prices hurtling toward $5. ›20:56 29 Aug, Fri
Cake and cartoons for Jackson on his 50th: Michael Jackson celebrated his 50th birthday Friday, but he's still young at heart. "I'll just have a little cake with my children and we'll probably watch some cartoons," the pop star said in an interview. ›18:42 29 Aug, Fri
Newsweek: Don Cheadle on his latest film: The star of new thriller "Traitor" talks about learning Arabic, his favorite foods and whether he'd prefer to date George Clooney, Brad Pitt or Matt Damon. ›02:24 29 Aug, Fri
Roddick, Federer reach U.S. Open third round: Andy Roddick capped a long day at the U.S. Open with a come-from-behind win over Ernests Gulbis. ›07:00
Pick the perfect car for your family: Walk into a dealership and ask to see the new-generation family car, and you might receive a puzzled look. That's because today's family cars are no longer one-size-fits-all. ›16:23 29 Aug, Fri
Incomes plunged in July as spending slowed: Consumer spending in the U.S. slowed to a crawl and personal incomes plunged in July, reflecting the waning impact of $93 billion in economic stimulus payments. ›18:32 29 Aug, Fri
A Muslim Letter to Christians: In an unprecedented letter, Muslim leaders across the globe invite the worlds Christians to the table. ›14:33 11 Oct, Thu
Video: Todd on an exciting 24 hours in politics: Aug. 29: The Republican ticket was announced Friday, right on the heels of the Democratic National convention. For NBC News Political Director Chuck Todd, the selection puts an emphasis on "change" and is, for John McCain, a roll of the dice.(Nightly News) ›22:59 29 Aug, Fri
Do Women Lead Differently Than Men?: Americans could elect our first female president in 2008. What the most powerful women of the past can teach us about how to rule in the future. ›21:39 6 Oct, Sat
Scoop: Will new Idol judge cover for absent Paula?: Last season, Paula Abdul was missing in action for several "Idol" shows, and sources say Kara DioGuardi was brought on in case Abdul is absent again. ›02:21 29 Aug, Fri
Usher to kick off NFL season with concert: The R&B singer will perform the seasons kickoff concert on Thursday in New Yorks Columbus Circle along with Keith Urban and Natasha Bedingfield. ›22:10 29 Aug, Fri
One-horse town to be no-horse town: A one-horse town in Nebraska looks like it's set to become a no-horse town. ›09:33 27 Aug, Wed
Tidbits: Decathlon champ says Phelps not best: Bryan Clay says that though Michael Phelps may be the world's best swimmer, he's not well-rounded enough to be considered the world's best athlete. ›13:51 29 Aug, Fri
Faulty serves doom Davenport; Kuznetsova ousted: with Justine Henin retired, Maria Sharapova injured, Ana Ivanovic eliminated and the Williams sisters in the opposite bracket, this figures to be her best chance. ›06:16
Neocons Converge Around Giuliani Campaign: ›21:52 6 Oct, Sat
Bill Gates Answers Your Questions: The Microsoft co-founder and leading philanthropist answers selected reader questions in this exclusive NEWSWEEK forum. ›22:02 9 Oct, Tue
Cars: Wheres the Perfect Part?: In the past, finding the perfect part for a classic-car restoration meant joining enthusiast clubs, hanging around swap meets and pawing through junkyards. How the Web has revolutionized the hunt. ›16:21 9 Oct, Tue
10 Week 1 upset possibilities: Appalachian State stunned Michigan — and the world — last year. Will LSU suffer a similar fate? Here are 10 possible Week 1 upsets. ›17:25 29 Aug, Fri
Ga. town seeks scarecrow world record: A small northeastern Georgia town's population boom is, well, scary. In a bid to break a world record, residents are building hundreds of scarecrows . ›23:20 27 Aug, Wed
Video: Palin on the ticket is a jolt of opportunity, risk: Aug. 29: John McCain's choice of running mate added a new layer of history to the race for the White House. NBC's Kelly O'Donnell reports.(Nightly News) ›22:55 29 Aug, Fri
Larry Craig, Hall of Famer: Not even a sex-sting arrest and an on-again, off-again guilty plea can keep Idahos senior senator from induction into the pantheon of Gem State greats. ›17:40 12 Oct, Fri
