Olympic flame snuffed twice, backup fire used
The Olympic torch relay was disrupted today by protesters in Paris demonstrating against the Chinese government, causing authorities to twice extinguish the flame and put the torch on a bus, according to The Associated Press. AP reports the torch relay has now resumed.
Polygamist ranch raided, 219 women, kids taken
Authorities stormed the temple of a Texas ranch that's home to a rogue Mormon sect Saturday, as part of a search for victims of physical and sexual abuse, police said.
Clinton's top strategist quits
Sen. Hillary Clinton's chief presidential campaign strategist is quitting his post amid criticism of his public relations firm's contacts with the Colombian government over a pending free-trade deal, Clinton's campaign announced.
Iraqi PM issues al-Sadr ultimatum
Three U.S. soldiers were killed and 31 others wounded in two rocket attacks Sunday afternoon in Baghdad, the U.S. military said.
Marine's killing leaves many questions
Early on, Maria Lauterbach knew exactly what she wanted to do in life.
Complaints soar at U.S. airlines
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Japan's 'geisha guys' the latest accessory
In a reversal of traditional gender roles in a country long known for geishas pampering male clients, a new breed of entertainer has cropped up for professional women in Japan -- male geishas like 24-year-old Yunosuke. "Women see us as one of their accessories," he says.
Notables express sorrow at Heston death
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Salmon vanish off California, Oregon
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'21' leaves Clooney, Jodie Foster fighting for 2nd
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Police well-equipped for Texas polygamist raid
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Dozens killed after bus plunges in India
At least 44 people -- mostly children -- were killed after a bus ran off the road and plunged into a canal on Wednesday, a police official said.
Plane crashes into Congo market
A plane crashed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, tearing the roofs off houses and plowing through a densely populated market near the runway. A Congolese lawmaker said the crash killed at least 18 people while roughly 66 others -- including five crew members -- survived.
Senator's cancer returns; campaign continues
Sen. Arlen Specter's Hodgkin's disease, which he battled in 2005, has recurred, but doctors said its return was detected early and Specter has an "excellent chance" of once again achieving remission, according to a statement issued Tuesday by the senator's office.
Diplomats warned of forced Iraq service
U.S. diplomats may be forced to serve in Iraq next year if enough qualified candidates do not apply for certain jobs, the State Department warned employees Tuesday.
Wife brings divorce drama to YouTube
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Pope greeted by Bush at start of tour
Pope Benedict XVI has arrived in the United States to start a six-day, two-city journey that will take him from the White House to the halls of the United Nations. Security precautions have been taken in the air, on land and in the water for the visit.
Martin: No 'average' Americans in White House
Can we all just stop the silly nonsense over who is an elitist and whether an "average American" will occupy the White House?
Police find pot in fried chicken order
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More airports get 'whole body imaging'
Some travelers at key airports in New York and Los Angeles may be put through machines that see through clothing and provide a detailed image of a person's body beginning later this week.
Israeli forces kill 4 Hamas militants
Four Palestinian militants were killed in intense fighting with Israeli troops early Wednesday morning.
Man falls to his death after baseball game
A man fell to his death after a baseball game between the New York Mets and Washington Nationals at Shea Stadium on Tuesday night, police said.
Al Qaeda in Iraq calls for offensive against U.S.
A man claiming to be Abu Hamza al-Muhajir, the leader of al Qaeda in Iraq, mocked the death toll of American troops and urged his fighters to attack U.S. forces. The Web posting came just hours after radical Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr threatened to "declare a war" unless U.S. and Iraqi forces stop their assaults on his followers.
Pope tells of life under Nazis
Pope Benedict XVI on Saturday recalled growing up during the Nazi era in his native Germany and stressed the "fundamental importance of freedom." But he also alerted young people at a rally in New York to "new injustices," including environmental problems.
Hamas claims second Carter meeting
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U.S. looking at lead levels in artificial turf
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Official: Soyuz crew endured severe G-forces
The Russian Soyuz space capsule carrying a three-member crew including South Korea's first astronaut landed Saturday in Kazakhstan, about 2420 kilometers from the planned landing area, Russia's Interfax news agency said.
Toddler blown into frigid Lake Michigan
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Man's guilt doubted after 26 years in prison
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Judge: Sect's children stay in state care
Hundreds of children who were removed from a polygamist ranch by Texas child welfare authorities will remain in state custody, a judge ruled Friday night. Judge Barbara Walther also ordered court DNA testing for all 416 children taken from the ranch to determine their biological parents.
Stench of manure engulfs London
A foul smell permeating London and parts of England over the past two days is due to farmers on the European continent spreading manure in their fields, forecasters and British farmers said Saturday.
Iraqi lawmaker issues ultimatum to U.S.
An Iraqi lawmaker warned the U.S. military today that if it doesn't immediately end its attacks on Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr's Mehdi Army, "all options are open to us." Fawzi Tarzi, a Sadrist member of parliament, made his remarks as U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice made an unannounced visit to Baghdad.
'Bond' car plunges into lake
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Zimbabwe opposition claims mass arrests
Zimbabwe's opposition party Sunday said dozens of its members have been detained as authorities try to block the party's challenge to a recount of votes that could crush their claimed victory over President Robert Mugabe.
Culture shock in store for uprooted polygamist kids
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Polls differ for next 2 Dem contests
Sen. Hillary Clinton Wednesday said her much-needed victory in Pennsylvania raises fresh questions about Sen. Barack Obama's electability.
Rising rice prices has Sam's Club limiting sales
Retail chain Sam's Club will limit the sale of large quantities of rice amid a dramatic increase in the global price of rice.
Senate Republicans block unequal pay bill
The Senate will decide Wednesday whether to take up a bill that would overturn a time limit for people who claim they have received unequal pay to sue their employers.
Film director's book refutes Jesus birth
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Another 'Idol' finalist booted from competition
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Crash of medical copters is ninth this year
Federal authorities were to begin an investigation Monday into the Sunday collision of two medical helicopters that left at least six people dead in Flagstaff, Arizona.
2 found dead at home listed as Hudson's mom's (AP)
AP - Authorities in Chicago are investigating the deaths of two people whose bodies were found at a home that's listed under the same name as the mother of Jennifer Hudson.
Steven Spielberg still on board for "Tintin" (Reuters)
Reuters - Although Brussels' Herge Studios seems to think otherwise,
Steven Spielberg remains committed to directing the first in a
planned "Tintin" trilogy for DreamWorks.
Michael Cera: when geeks get the girl (Reuters)
Reuters - In a little more than a year, Michael Cera has built a movie career and loyal fan base playing geeky high school heroes -- zits and all -- who somehow get the girls. So it must feel good, being a sexy leading man in Hollywood -- especially when you're really kind of geeky.
Palin's husband to take questions in probe
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's husband has agreed to answer written questions in the state Legislature's investigation into the firing of her public safety commissioner, campaign officials said Monday.
Javier Bardem wins top Spanish film award (AP)
AP - Javier Bardem has won Spain's 2008 national film award, an honor given annually by the Culture Ministry.
'La Misma Luna' sweeps Imagen Awards (AP)
AP - "La Misma Luna" swept the honors at the 23nd annual Imagen Awards.
Smugglers use Dolly for cover, agents say
Smugglers tried to use Hurricane Dolly as a cover in at least three attempts to move drugs or people through Texas, border officials said. In one bust, agents found 9,600 pounds of marijuana buried under a truckload of cotton seed, a spokesman said.
Composers turn up the darkness for "Knight" score (Reuters)
Reuters - It's quite simple, actually.
Composers Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard want to drive
moviegoers insane.
New DVD releases: `Baby Mama,' `Forbidden Kingdom' (AP)
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Halle Berry pushes back against 'backyard' paps (AP)
AP - Halle Berry says a paparazzi photographer went too far to get a shot of the actress holding her infant daughter, trespassing onto her private property and snapping them hanging out in the backyard.
Red Cross borrows to cover aid costs
For only the second time in its 125-year history, the American Red Cross has borrowed from banks -- this time, to provide services for the victims storms and flooding in the Midwest.
Stocks make up lost ground
Wall Street Tuesday regained all lost ground from the previous session on the back of strong financial reports, rising consumer confidence and falling oil prices.
Brown: Where's the oversight for $700B bailout?
It was less than two months ago that Congress passed the $700 billion bailout package. Do you remember how it went down?
`Star Trek Online' is ready to beam up (AP)
AP - "Star Trek Online" is finally going warp speed ahead.
Killing of Iraqi governor's kin raises questions
U.S. forces killed two relatives of a local Iraqi governor in northern Iraq on Sunday. The dead were identified by the U.S. military as members of al Qaeda in Iraq.
Travolta makes appearance at aviation convention (AP)
AP - Soaring into the great blue yonder cures John Travolta's blues.
Review: Smith barely saves `Hancock' (AP)
AP - "Hancock" demonstrates why Will Smith gets paid the big bucks.
`Thunder' reigns again with $16.1 million weekend (AP)
AP - The action comedy "Tropic Thunder" weathered a rush of new movies to remain No. 1 for a second-straight weekend with $16.1 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.
UK officials: Christian Bale will not face charges (AP)
AP - Batman star Christian Bale will not face charges relating to an alleged assault last month on his mother and sister, prosecutors said Thursday, suggesting their decision was based in part on the family members' wishes.