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Harvick takes more verbal shots at Edwards: Note passing, name calling, playground scuffles and widespread gossip. Sound like the fifth grade? Well, that, too.In this case, though, it's the latest installment in NASCAR's Chase for the championship.The tension between Carl Edwards and Kevin Harvick had not abated Friday, a day after the two had to be separated during a heated exchange in Harvick's garage stall at Lowe's Motor Speedway."Be careful who you wanna pick a fight with," Harvick warned. ›06:45
Animals have personalities, too: We know our siblings and in-laws have personalities sometimes to a fault. But science recently has revealed that such individual differences are widespread in the animal kingdom, even reaching to spiders, birds, mice, squid, rats and pigs. ›22:20 10 Oct, Fri
A 'green' white wine that's well worth a sip: TODAY wine columnist Edward Deitch reviews Sterlings new sauvignon blanc, saying the organic and affordable wine keeps enticing you back for another taste. ›21:23 8 Oct, Wed
California to help climate by curbing sprawl: California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed legislation that attempts to ease greenhouse gas emissions by giving priority to transportation projects that limit commutes and curb urban sprawl. ›19:26 1 Oct, Wed
The best learning holidays for kids: From golf lessons to falconry lessons and sailing and songwriting, the lowdown on the best vacations that teach tots, teens, and youngsters in between. ›03:27
Child star admits killing 2 for yacht: Skylar Deleon, a career criminal who bragged about his brief stint as a child actor, has admitted to masterminding the murders of Tom and Jackie Hawks. The couples son Ryan Hawks said he was relieved just at the thought that theyre admitting guilt. ›14:37 10 Oct, Fri
Space millionaire confident ahead of liftoff: Richard Garriott, a U.S. space tourist due to travel to space on a Russian spaceship on Sunday, said he was unfazed by the prospect of a bumpy ride back to Earth, saying he expected to land safely. ›14:34 10 Oct, Fri
Phils get good news on field and bad news off of it: Playoff wins are typically a happy occasion. But Ken Rosenthal says the Phillies had good reasons to be subdued on Friday. ›06:10
EarthTalk Q&A: Painkillers, electric bikes: Read answers to readers questions about environmental topics. ›20:53 7 Oct, Tue
Makeover! Nurse gets Rx for savvy style: US Weekly contributor Jill Martin and hairstylist Louis Licari make over two mothers who are visiting New York and are desperately in need of updated looks. ›15:59 19 Sep, Fri
Video: Dow loses 128 points, ending disastrous week: Oct. 10: The Dow traded in a 1,000-point range for the first time ever Friday, ending Wall Street's worst week on record. CNBC's Carl Quintanilla reports.(Nightly News) ›22:52 10 Oct, Fri
Scientists confirm shark's virgin birth: In a study reported Friday in the Journal of Fish Biology, scientists said DNA testing proved that a pup carried by a female Atlantic blacktip shark in the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center contained no genetic material from a male. ›05:49 10 Oct, Fri
'Petit Le Mans' adds green competition: Everyone in the field of Saturday's Petit Le Mans will be competing in the first Green Challenge, a competition to highlight fuel efficiency and lower emissions. ›19:38 3 Oct, Fri
First Drive: 2008 Cadillac CTS: With style in spades, Cadillac's second-generation sport sedan adds performance and refinement. ›07:00 15 Oct, Mon
Signature drinks from around the world: For the adventurous who would like to try signature drinks in their international destinations of origin, heres a list of top favorites. Cheers! ›15:44 10 Oct, Fri
French author Le Clezio wins Nobel: The Swedish Academy said Thursday that French novelist Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clezio has won the 2008 Nobel Prize in literature. ›12:48 9 Oct, Thu
6 notorious prisons offer ghostly thrills: Old closed prisons are often crumbling, dank fortresses with histories of flying orbs, moving furniture, noises in the night and chilly bursts of air. ›16:52 10 Oct, Fri
N.J. to 'race to the sea' for wind power: New Jersey is powering up an ambitious plan to become a world leader in the use of wind-generated energy. ›19:14 7 Oct, Tue
Breast cancer saved my life: A breast cancer diagnosis became a blessing in disguise for Kathy Brinkman when further tests revealed stage 4 lung cancer. She defied the odds to become the second winner in TODAYs Everyone Has a Story contest. ›17:27 9 Oct, Thu
The lit list: 20 years of Nobel winners: From French novelist Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clezio to American author Toni Morrison, meet the writers who have been honored with the highest literature prize. ›19:09 9 Oct, Thu
4 fast, fantastic recipes from Nigella Lawson: From mirin-glazed salmon to butterscotch fruit fondue, celebrity chef Nigella Lawson shares both sweet and savory dishes for a full fall meal. ›14:46 10 Oct, Fri
Are you smart? Take our weekly news quiz: How much do you remember about the week in news? Take msnbc.com's weekly quiz and find out what you can recall. ›19:43 20 Mar, Thu
6 tips to 'recession-proof' your relationship: As our economy goes from boom to bust, so do many relationships. Don't let financial stress get between you and your partner. ›20:14 9 Oct, Thu
Flower power: 13 ways to save on stems: Planning a wedding can be tough but making sure you don't go over your decorating budget because of the cost of flowers can be even more challenging. Here, Meredith Waga Perez, owner of NYCs Belle Fleur offers clever and creative ways to save a bundle on your blooms. ›19:40 8 Oct, Wed
