Top headlines:
Pakistan police losing terrorism fight: Outgunned and out-financed, police in volatile northwestern Pakistan are fighting a losing battle against insurgents, dozens of interviews by The Associated Press show. ›23:06
'Smart' fabric glows in response to allergens: A cotton shirt that could warn its wearer of allergens or instantly tell where a soldier is bleeding is being developed by scientists at the University of Michigan. ›19:21 3 Dec, Wed
First Drive: 2008 Cadillac CTS: With style in spades, Cadillac's second-generation sport sedan adds performance and refinement. ›07:00 15 Oct, Mon
European court makes ruling on DNA rights: In a landmark decision, Europe's top human rights court struck down a British law that allows the government to store DNA and fingerprints from people with no criminal record. ›21:15
The phone that feels the flu before you do: Did your parents tell you to remember your scarf when you went out, so you wouldn't catch a cold? Today, the advice might be: Remember your cell phone. ›22:42 3 Dec, Wed
RFK auction offers star-studded experiences: For those hard-to-please people on your holiday gift list this year, consider some unusual presents: the chance to sing with Aretha Franklin or tour the Capitol with Nancy Pelosi. ›12:42
What's next for Schwarzenegger?: With Arnold Schwarzenegger's governorship entering its final years and his ability to attract the spotlight intact, one question is arising more frequently: What will Arnold do? ›11:57
World's oldest marijuana stash totally busted: Nearly two pounds of still-green plant material found in a 2,700-year-old grave in the Gobi Desert has just been identified as the world's oldest marijuana stash, according to a paper in the latest issue of the Journal of Experimental Botany. ›18:19 3 Dec, Wed
Automakers pitch Congress anew on rescue: U.S. automakers drew fresh skepticism from lawmakers Thursday in a rocky confrontation over their pleas for an expanded $34 billion rescue package they say they need to survive. ›22:06
Delta lays out new frequent flier rules: Delta Air Lines said on Thursday it will adopt a popular feature of Northwest Airlines' frequent-flier program, as it aims to merge the two reward systems by the end of 2009. ›18:41
Van driver headed to Nobel ceremony: A scientist-turned-van driver in Alabama whose work helped two other men win this year's chemistry Nobel Prize is headed to Sweden to watch them collect the award. ›20:02
Israelis can't escape troubles in world travels: Accustomed to war and instability at home, Israelis have long looked overseas for an escape, earning them a reputation as among the most intrepid and noticeable world travelers. ›17:02
I'll drink to that: Prohibition repeal turns 75: With wraiths of the 1930s seemingly lurking around every corner Stock panic! Bank failures! Cloche hats! the appeal of repeal is particularly strong this year, with a number of bars and restaurants planning to mark the milestone. ›23:27 3 Dec, Wed
Top 2008 baby names: Aiden and Emma: Babies Zuma Nesta Rock and Bronx Mowgli, you're in the minority. Most parents abandoned unusual names for their children, a U.S. survey reveals, opting instead for traditional names such as Emma and William. ›16:27
School bus kills NYC high school freshman: Authorities said on Thursday a high school freshman in New York City has been struck and killed by a school bus. ›16:17
Forget your inhibitions on the world's sexiest islands: Whether you choose a beachy scene like Mykonos or an energetic city island like Hong Kong, these are the places where it's okay to forget about the horrors of the boring old real world and get back to sexy. ›19:51
How to cut your business travel costs: There are sane ways to cut travel and entertainment expenses. You won't be living the lush life, of course, but you won't feel like a traveling tramp either. ›20:03 3 Dec, Wed
Money, mistletoe and the gift of nookie: Need to holiday-proof your relationship this year? Sex therapist Dr. Ian Kerner highlights four triggers that can easily hijack emotions, escalate tensions, and put a serious damper on all that good cheer. ›20:48
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: Top 10 Production Cars: Editors' ten favorite production vehicles at the biennial show. ›07:00 29 Oct, Mon
Saudis deploy 100,000 for hajj security: Saudi Arabia deployed some 100,000 security personnel to keep order as Muslim pilgrims flooded into the holy city of Mecca in preparation for the annual hajj, beginning on Saturday. ›16:37
Dow closes down 215 after late tumble: A period of relative calm on Wall Street ended as stocks tumbled in the final hour of trading on growing investor anxiety ahead of the governments November employment report. ›23:16
Bernanke urges more action on foreclosures: Fed chief Ben Bernanke called on the government to ramp up efforts to stem soaring home foreclosures, which are feeding into the countrys deep economic troubles. ›17:14
$1 million inaugural package for disadvantaged: A Va. businessman has spent $1 million to bring to Barack Obama's inauguration disadvantaged people, terminally ill patients, wounded soldiers and others down on their luck. ›13:48
Rowling: New book is for the fans: Author J.K. Rowling said on Thursday that it was demand from Harry Potter fans that prompted her to publish her latest work "The Tales of Beedle the Bard." ›22:07
