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Newsweek: A truly transformational presidency?: However committed in principle the new administration is to fundamental change, a different focus must occupy the field just now, if only to stabilize the patient for the next stage. ›17:37
No joke, some patients laugh through treatment: While the verdict is out on whether laughter plays a role in healing, the American Cancer Society says it promotes relaxation by lowering blood pressure and improves breathing. ›18:07 28 Nov, Fri
'Mercenary is a Slanderous Term': The founder of Blackwater defends himselfand his company. ›03:32 13 Oct, Sat
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: Top 10 Wacky Concept Cars: MSN editors pick the 10 craziest concept cars at the Tokyo show. ›07:00 29 Oct, Mon
Man in eagle deaths grateful for pardon: Twelve years after pleading guilty to federal charges in the deaths of three bald eagles, Leslie Owen Collier learned his name was cleared: He was pardoned by President George W. Bush. ›00:10
Cost of 12 days of Christmas rises to $86,609: Given the economic downturn, even the most romantic might balk at the $86,609 price tag for the items in the carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas. ›05:07
Alleged drunken driver runs over self: A 21-year-old man was accused of driving drunk and leading police on a chase that finally ended with him running over himself. ›01:02 26 Nov, Wed
Suspect has wild ride with stolen ATM: There's probably an art to stealing and cracking open ATMs. But a man apparently hasn't figured out what it is. ›23:15 24 Nov, Mon
The 'Dog Whisperer' Wins Another Convert: A few minutes with Cesar MillanTVs Dog Whispererwas all it took to win back a skeptic. ›18:28 10 Oct, Wed
No Who-ville in Louisville this Christmas: The Kentucky city is scrapping plans to use the iconic Dr. Seuss village and characters as part of its annual Christmas display after receiving a cease-and-desist letter from Dr. Seuss Enterprises. "These lawyers' hearts are two sizes too small," said the mayor. ›16:55 25 Nov, Tue
Floods leave Venice under water: Water in Venice has risen to its highest level in more than 20 years, leaving much of the Italian city under floods and forcing residents and tourists to wade through knee-high water. ›14:18
Capital Sources: Cutting the Cocaine Flow: The White House trumpets success in the drug war, even as it prepares a big new aid program. Is it real, or is it politics? ›21:26 5 Oct, Fri
Starr: How to Fix the Yankees: With their longtime manager halfway out the door, the Yankees in transition will be the most fascinating story in baseball. ›22:28 10 Oct, Wed
'Butt Bandit' suspect faces charges: Ten misdemeanor counts have been filed against a man Cherry County authorities believe is the vandal some townspeople have dubbed the "Butt Bandit." ›20:52 25 Nov, Tue
Sears faces tough test this holiday season: The holiday season is expected to be difficult for most retailers, but it could prove especially tough for one of the nations most storied brands: Sears. ›16:06
New penguin found, 500 years after extinction: Researchers studying a rare and endangered species of penguin have uncovered a previously unknown species that disappeared about 500 years ago. ›14:32 19 Nov, Wed
Plenty of takers for man's coal: A ton of coal was just taking up space in the basement of Steve Hronek's 90-year-old house, but to other people it was an alternative-fuel treasure. ›21:26 24 Nov, Mon
Drugs: Meet Mexicos Suspected Queenpin: Sexy, stylish and female. Meet Mexicos unlikely druglord suspect. ›22:00 10 Oct, Wed
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: Top 10 Production Cars: Editors' ten favorite production vehicles at the biennial show. ›07:00 29 Oct, Mon
New hope on AIDS in Africa: In a sign of hope on a continent ravaged by AIDS, a South African fertility clinic has started a service allowing couples infected with the virus to have a healthy baby. ›12:20
How a running shrimp became a Web star: Videos of a lowly shrimp valiantly scampering along on a treadmill to such inspiring tunes as the Chariots of Fire theme have drawn millions of views on the Web. But it's actually a serious experiment, explained the two scientists who created it. ›16:30 25 Nov, Tue
Still going ... Energizer Bunny to turn 20: Turns out he really does just keep going and going. ›20:39 30 Nov, Sun
New hope on AIDS in Africa: In a sign of hope on a continent ravaged by AIDS, a South African fertility clinic has started a service allowing couples infected with the virus to have a healthy baby. ›12:20
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
