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Climate crusaders set to act in Congress: Democrats now have all their climate ducks lined up: Four crusaders from California ready to join forces in Congress with President-elect Barack Obama to pass mandatory emissions curbs . ›23:16 21 Nov, Fri
Greenhouse gas emissions increase in US: The amount of U.S. greenhouse gases flowing into the atmosphere, mainly carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels, increased last year by 1.4 percent after a decline in 2006, the Energy Department reported Wednesday. ›23:56 3 Dec, Wed
Amid crisis, automakers look green in L.A.: Even as the auto industry is engulfed in a crisis, automakers are showing off their greenest rides at the Los Angeles auto show. Heres a round-up of whats on show. By Dan Carney. ›18:55 24 Nov, Mon
Jobless claims show recession strikes deep: More evidence of the nation's deteriorating job market came Thursday with reports that people continuing to draw unemployment benefits climbed to a 26-year high. ›20:36
Try this delicious dish from a Top Chef: On the fourth week of "Top Chef" three chefs had to prepare a dish for the TODAY show and Meredith Vieira, Hoda Kotb, Natalie Morales and Kathie Lee Gifford got to judge. Chef Ariane Durate won the competition and is sharing her simple and scrumptious recipes for mushroom and herb goat cheese bruschetta. ›16:54
Broken butterfly gets mended, andride south: A monarch butterfly has a chance at completing its species' famed migration to central Mexico thanks to some tiny cardboard splints, a bit of contact cement and a trucker from Alabama. ›23:11 20 Nov, Thu
80 whales die in stranding in Tasmania: Officials rushed Sunday to reach about 80 whales stranded on a remote coast in southern Australia. ›01:39 30 Nov, Sun
Economy brews some trouble for Starbucks: Starbucks warned Wall Street on Thursday that its profit would fall short of analysts' expectations this quarter. ›21:38
Baby formula poses hidden risks: Tough financial times often call for inventive, improvised measures for families to make ends meet, but it nearly cost the life of a 5-month-old boy in Florida. Experts discuss the dangers of intoxication for infants when their baby formula is watered down. ›14:38 3 Dec, Wed
Rare Rowling book on display in NY: A rare original edition of J.K. Rowling's latest book "The Tales of Beedle the Bard" is going on display at the New York Public Library. It will be there till January 4, 2008. She originally gave this copy to Arthur Levine at Scholastic. ›15:25
Activists blast U.S. at climate talks: Environmentalists criticized the United States and other rich countries Tuesday for failing so far to make meaningful commitments at a U.N. conference on climate change. ›17:26 2 Dec, Tue
Experts offer range of ideas for Big Three: Auto industry experts have a wide range of ideas on how to fix the problems facing the Big Three, ranging from higher gas taxes to bankruptcy. Here is a sampling of their views. ›15:06
Dog Whisperer: Fidos first day home: In his book "Member of the Family," Cesar Millan provides advice on making your dog feel welcomed and getting the relationship with your new pet off to a good start. An excerpt. ›19:45 3 Dec, Wed
Fowl foul: Thanksgiving dinner stolen: A Wisconsin family found it hard to be thankful after a thief made off with their turkey dinner. ›04:59 30 Nov, Sun
Newsweek: Why we need better batteries: ›07:52 26 Nov, Wed
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
Hostages' ordeal: Pirates share food, stories: By the time all 25 hostages were released unharmed last week board a Greek cargo ship, the pirates even made one of the captives a startling offer: Would he like to join them? ›23:22
Video: One more time, with feeling: Dec. 4: Armed with big plans and an even bigger price tag, leaders of the Big Three automakers made a second trip to Washington Thursday to plead with a skeptical Congress for a $34 billion bailout. CNBC's Phil LeBeau reports.(Nightly News) ›23:42
Stacy solves your winter style issues: Have a clothing crisis this season? Wondering how to belt your sweaters or tuck jeans into your boots? Have no fear. TODAY style contributor Stacy London tackles some of your burning fashion dilemmas. ›21:06
Wie fires 65, tied for lead at LPGA Q-school: Michelle Wie inched closer to an LPGA Tour card, firing a 7-under 65 Thursday to share the lead after Day 2 of Q-school. ›22:37
Akon looks for fresh start with Freedom: Akon's explosive rise to the top of the music charts was fueled by feel-good songs and naughty grooves but recent missteps with the law has the music star distancing himself from street life with his new album, "Freedom." ›19:11 3 Dec, Wed
Flood washes away barrier project qualms: Monday's deluge Venice's biggest in 22 years may help wash away remaining resistance to an elaborate project to build mobile barriers that will prevent future flooding here. ›19:29
Will mad cow prevention mean pollution?: A federal regulation aimed at preventing mad cow disease from getting into the food supply could lead to cattle carcasses rotting on farms, spreading germs and polluting the water. ›22:20 21 Nov, Fri
Cruise, Holmes discuss love at first sight: I knew I wanted to marry Kate when I met her, Tom Cruise says in the Dec. 7 issue of T: The New York Times Style Magazine. ›20:36
