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Budget tips for the self-employed: Are you self-employed and struggling to pay the bills? TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky offers advice on this, plus information on paying off your debt and maintaining your credit score. ›18:52 29 Nov, Sat
Obama names Clinton to top role in his team: President-elect Barack Obama announced former rival Hillary Rodham Clinton as his choice for secretary of state Monday and also said he would keep Robert Gates as defense minister. ›17:34
Must-pack items from real travelers: These are just a few of the must-pack items that our travel-savvy readers bring when they go on a trip. Read on for more practical suggestions to include on your next packing list. ›17:33
Scoop: Britney had ulterior motive for TV special: "Britney: For the Record" might offer an inside glimpse into the pop star's life, but offering up tidbits about her failed relationship with Kevin Federline wasn't the goal of the documentary. ›02:35
Global AIDS crisis overblown? Some dare to say so: As World AIDS Day is marked on Monday, some experts are growing more outspoken in complaining that AIDS is eating up funding at the expense of more pressing health needs. ›17:42 30 Nov, Sun
Britney Spears, Obama lead Yahoo top searches: Barack Obama's presidential victory got more clicks than any other story on yahoo.com this year, but the most searched term was "Britney Spears," Yahoo Inc reported on Monday. ›15:27
Liberals to keep pressure on Obama for results: The President-elect drew plenty of support from moderates, but the liberal side of the Democratic Party followed him most resoundingly. Now the left-leaning voters who worked relentlessly to get Obama elected want results. ›17:49
Americas best small ski towns: Skip the big mountain resorts and opt for one of these five communities with authentic snowbound charm. ›19:53 30 Nov, Sun
Amid crisis, automakers look green in L.A.: Even as the auto industry is engulfed in a crisis, automakers are showing off their greenest rides at the Los Angeles auto show. Heres a round-up of whats on show. By Dan Carney. ›18:55 24 Nov, Mon
Bloggers provide raw view of Mumbai attacks: When gunmen started spraying Mumbai with bullets and seizing the city's landmarks, countless people around the globe turned not to the television or the radio for news, but to each other. ›19:04 30 Nov, Sun
Rescued pilot whales join larger pod: A group of whales rescued from an Australian beach have joined a larger pod in deep waters a sign they are doing fine after their ordeal, an official said Monday. ›16:23 24 Nov, Mon
Himalaya glaciers melting much faster: Glaciers high in the Himalayas are dwindling faster than anyone thought, putting nearly a billion people living in South Asia in peril of losing their water supply. ›21:24 24 Nov, Mon
MTVs AIDS awareness campaign turns 10: MTV marks the 10th anniversary of its AIDS awareness campaign this year with an hour-long documentary by singer and Destiny's Child founding member Kelly Rowland. ›16:35 29 Nov, Sat
Who are the worlds handsomest men?: According to a "Male Beauty" survey of nearly 10,000 men and women in 12 countries, Italians are the most handsome men in the world, while men who are balding and aging do not necessarily lose their looks. The No. 1 requirement: Good hygiene. ›19:08 29 Nov, Sat
Experts warn of water shortages by 2080: Half the world's population could face a shortage of clean water by 2080 because of climate change, experts warned Tuesday. ›16:07 18 Nov, Tue
NYT: Bush-Obama battle over safety rule: President Bush promised to cooperate with Barack Obama on a smooth transition. But that hasn't stopped his administration from trying to push through new regulations. ›02:22 30 Nov, Sun
Septic tanks make Malibu special, smelly: Malibu, which has long relied on septic tanks over sewer pipes as a way to limit development, may soon be forced to acquiesce. ›21:24 19 Nov, Wed
Video: Backstage with Faith Hill: Nov. 25: Country star Faith Hill talks about her husband's hosting gig on "SNL", singing in the shower, and her three daughters.(Today Show) ›16:55 26 Nov, Wed
Mom calls for jail in cyberbullying case: The landmark court case of a Missouri teen who committed suicide after allegedly being cyberbullied in a classmates ruse ended in a conviction but it was little more than cold comfort to a still-grieving mother. I can never bring Megan back, Tina Meier said. ›16:00
Randy Jackson reveals his weight battle: After landing in an emergency room with diabetes and gastric bypass surgery that helped him lose 100 pounds, Randy Jackson of American Idol has written about his experience in hopes of helping others defeat obesity. Weight control is like a serious disease, he said. ›16:53
Foo Fighters call one 'Top Chef' a turkey: All chefs want to be rock stars, and this week the "Top Chef" contestants were catering for them. The Foo Fighters challenged the chefs to cater a Thanksgiving dinner in very difficult conditions. Find out who rocked and who was booed off out of the kitchen. ›14:13 20 Nov, Thu
Honda unveils fuel cell sportscar concept: American Honda Motor Co. has overhauled the look of its fuel cell concept cars, unveiling a futuristic, lightweight three-seater at the Los Angeles Auto Show dubbed the FC Sport. ›18:13 20 Nov, Thu
NYT: Bill Clinton agrees to reveal donors: Bill Clinton has agreed to publicly disclose the names of more than 200,000 donors to his foundation to help clear the way for Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton to become secretary of state. ›04:58 30 Nov, Sun
Hopes of ever separating conjoined girls dashed: Twin girls born joined at the head have overcome long odds, but the doctor who brought them to the U.S. now says there's no longer a chance they will ever lead separate lives. ›22:03 28 Nov, Fri
