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Son of slain rabbi heads to Israel: An Israeli Air Force jet left India for Israel Monday carrying the 2-year-old orphan of a rabbi and his wife who were slain in the Mumbai Jewish center attack. ›16:47
9 ways to tell if your travel pro is crooked: As a rule, most travel agents are well-trained, competent professionals who work hard for you. But there are exceptions to every rule. Here are some simple ways to determine if your travel pro is crooked. ›16:00
John Updike: Laureate of bad sex: The author won a lifetime achievement award from judges of Britain's Bad Sex in Fiction Prize, which celebrates crude, tasteless or ridiculous sexual passages in modern literature. ›21:15 25 Nov, Tue
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
Wall Street tumbles on fears about economy: Confirmation that the U.S. is in a recession and signs pointing to a prolonged downturn sent stocks plunging once again, hurtling the Dow down more than 430 points. ›20:26
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
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
Childhood sleep terrors inherited, study finds: Night terrors, which send children into sudden inconsolable screaming, are at least partially inherited, according to a study published on Monday. ›17:26
Pentagon to detail plan to bolster security: The U.S. military expects to field 20,000 uniformed troops inside the country by 2011, to respond to a nuclear terrorist attack or other domestic catastrophe, Pentagon officials say. ›04:46
Plax hit with weapon charge; Pierce under scrutiny: Plaxico Burress was led out of a police precinct in handcuffs Monday after surrendering on a weapons possession charge, and authorities said that teammate Antonio Pierce is being investigated over his role in an accidental shooting at a Manhattan nightclub. ›20:59
GPS guides Norwegian tourists into trouble in Rio: Three Norwegian tourists came under fire and one was shot after the satellite navigation system in their car guided them straight into one of Rio de Janeiro's most dangerous slums. ›17:07 25 Nov, Tue
Miracle Worker author dies at 94: Playwright William Gibson, whose "The Miracle Worker" has thrilled audiences for nearly a half-century with the true story of the deaf-blind Helen Keller's rescue from a world of ignorance, has died. He was 94. ›14:05 28 Nov, Fri
Bernanke: Lower interest rates 'feasible': Fed chief Ben Bernanke said that further interest-rate cuts are "certainly feasible," but he warned there are limits to how much such action would revive the economy. ›20:21
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
Manufacturing index drops to 26-year low: A measure of U.S. manufacturing activity fell to a 26-year low in November as new orders declined for the twelfth straight month, a trade group said Monday. ›17:21
Lucky's favorite holiday gifts that give back: Gearing up to start your holiday shopping? Lucky magazine shares affordable ideas for the giving season, including presents that benefit charities and 50 stylish gifts under $25. ›19:01
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
Bomber slays 10 at Afghan market: A suicide bomber apparently trying to target Afghan police detonated his explosives in a crowded market in southern Afghanistan on Monday, killing eight civilians and two policemen, an official said. ›10:07
Accused drunken driver runs over self: A man is in a northern New Mexico jail, accused of driving drunk and leading police on a chase that finally ended with him running over himself. ›17:27 26 Nov, Wed
Bombs kill more than 30 in Iraq: Suicide bombers struck Monday near a Baghdad police academy and in Mosul against a joint U.S.-Iraqi patrol, killing more than people, Iraqi officials said. ›20:32
Mailman who kept junk mail avoids jail: A former North Carolina mailman who admitted keeping people's junk mail in his garage or buried in his backyard has been sentenced to probation. ›22:21 25 Nov, Tue
Anthony Bourdain dishes on parenting and food: After spending years introducing television viewers to unusual eats from around the globe, culinary bad boy Anthony Bourdain is focused on a smaller perhaps tougher audience: his 19-month-old daughter. ›20:02 28 Nov, Fri
A shock for police: Naked DUI suspect: California authorities got a shock of their own when they discovered that a drunken driving suspect they had just stunned with a Taser was completely naked. ›00:05 28 Nov, Fri
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
