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National News
IMF Warns of Financial Meltdown
The International Monetary Fund stressed that time was running short after leading industrialized nations failed to agree on concrete measures to end the crisis.

North Korea to Come Off U.S. Blacklist
The decision was made after North Korea agreed to a series of verification measures of its nuclear facilities.

Palin Denies She Abused Power
"If you read the report, you will see that there was nothing unlawful or unethical about replacing a Cabinet member," Palin said.

Business News
China Ends U.S.-Russia Olympic Domination
"Once derided as the 'sick man of Asia', China has returned to the Olympics for 24 years and set its name straight."

Beijing Games Come To An End
The International Olympic Committee said 43 world records and 132 Olympic records were broken during the games.

U.S. Men's Volleyball Beats Brazil to Win Gold
It was an the end of a journey that started tragically when head coach Hugh McCuthceon's father-in-law was stabbed to death prior to the start of the games.

Home Improvement
Appliance Additions Outside the Kitchen
Satellite kitchens or snack centers are popular additions in rooms where families and friends gather. Whether game day or movie night.

Homeowners Insurance: Tips for Reducing Your Premium
Many people have failed to determine if their current insurance coverage would be adequate to replace their homes.

Granite Counter Tops May be Unsafe
A recent report says gamma radiation and radon gas produced by uranium-rich stones used to make counter tops could cause cancer in humans.

Movie Reviews
Body Of Lies
An awesome movie. No lie!

The Express
An awe-inspiring story!

Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist
Funny and cute with a great soundtrack!

Soaps
Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson: Together Again!
The rocker tells Rolling Stone that they're trying again for the "801st" time

CrueFest July Tour Dates
"Summer's loudest show on earth" kicks off July 1 in Florida

CrueFest August Tour Dates
The Crue hits up Vegas on August 1

Travel
Americans Reconsidering Travel Plans
37 percent said they are canceling vacations altogether and 25 percent are cutting trips short.

Myrtle Beach and Virginia Beach Square Off
Virginia Beach officials say "The beach resort code" was broken by running critical ads.

Texas Man Goes to Court for Using Phone on Plane
The man says he was trying to get hold of hospital officials in response to a message he received that his father was having serious heart trouble.

Games

Sports News
Headlines
Phillies Rally Past Dodgers
Philadelphia overcame a two-run deficit to defeat Los Angeles 3-2 in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series.

Cowboys Will Not Discipline Jones
Adam Jones was involved in an altercation with a security guard Wednesday morning.

Toronto Spoils Red Wings' Opener
Nikolai Kulemin scored his first NHL goal in the 3-2 victory for the Maple Leafs.


Music News
Hudson Won't Limit Her Talent
She hopes her self-titled debut album will surprise fans - because it is such a change from her usual work.

Jackson 'Excited' About Resuming Tour
Live Nation said in a statement issued to Access Hollywood that Jackson plans to resume her tour Saturday in Uncasville, Connecticut.

Madonna: I'll Kick Palin's....
"You know who could get off of my street? Sarah Palin, she can get off of my street, okay?"

Entertainment News
Lisa Marie Welcomes Twin Girls
They are the 40-year-old's third and fourth kids, and her first two with Michael Lockwood.

Jolie and Pitt: 'Twins Are A Challenge'
Jolie insists the thrill of raising twins makes the hard work worthwhile: "It's twice as much fun."

The Real Palin To Appear On SNL?
Lorne Michaels is reluctant to confirm Palin's cameo after a scheduled appearance from political opponent Barack Obama was canceled.

Food
Tips For Your Driving Trip
Make sure you stop every so often, even if it's just for a few minutes.

Talking With Your Kids About Divorce
If you are in the process of divorce, or have recently experienced one, your children may not fully comprehend what has happened or how to properly grieve their loss.

Still on a Budget? Try These Cheap Fashion Tips
If you are a thin, petite-sized woman, don't overlook the children's department for casual clothing.

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Gardening
Pumpkin Crops Decimated By Heavy Rains
"Weather plays a very large factor because pumpkins are pollinated by bees, and bees don't fly when it's raining."

Garden Supply Flame Weeders Recalled
Consumers were advised to stop using the recalled flame weeders and return them to the store for a full refund.

Planting Seeds: Website Seeks to Liberate Diets - and Wallets - From Supermarket
A social networking site for people who want to fight soaring food prices and global warming by growing their own food.

Parenting
Toy Doll: Delivering Islamic Message
Some people claim they can hear it mumble "Satan is king" in one track; then clearly speak "Islam is the light" in another.

Breast-Feeding Jolie Graces Cover of W
The actress gave birth to twins Knox and Vivienne during the summer.

Surge In C-Sections Increasing Costs, Health Risks
"The excess cesareans buy no reduction in maternal and newborn deaths," the report said.

Weird News
Boy, 12, Suspended for Haircut
Zachary was suspended from Lincoln Middle School in Palmetto, Fla., earlier this week.

Woman Admits To Throwing Scalding Water On Husband's Groin
Police arrested the woman and charged her with of aggravated battery, while her husband was taken to a hospital with second-degree burns.

Toy Doll: Delivering Islamic Message
Some people claim they can hear it mumble "Satan is king" in one track; then clearly speak "Islam is the light" in another.

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