Economists: Tougher times ahead
The latest outlook from U.S. business economists is dire. They see the economy shrinking further in 2008 and next year.
Mask ban upsets Iraqi interpreters
The U.S. military has barred Iraqi interpreters working with American troops in Baghdad from wearing ski masks to disguise themselves, prompting some to resign and others to bare their faces even though they fear it could get them killed.
30 years after, the legacy of Jonestown
By their wiles or happenstance, scores of temple members escaped the events of Nov. 18, 1978, when more than 900 people died by drinking poisoned drinks at the behest of Jim Jones.
Calif. firefighters gain on wildfires
Firefighters aided by Mother Nature continued to make gains early Monday on raging wildfires that destroyed hundreds of homes and forced thousands of residents to flee in Southern California.
Asia markets mixed as Japan enters recession
Asian markets were mixed Monday as confirmation Japan has slipped into recession emphasized the gloomy outlook for the world economy.
Great Lakes blanketed in 2 feet of snow
As much as 2 feet of snow fell around parts of the Great Lakes region Monday, making driving hazardous and closing some schools.
Poo facial? 11 weirdest spa treatments
From bull-sperm conditioner to a golf-ball massage, Glamour magazine lists the most bizarre beauty treatments and wacky indulgences.
Bush makes call to Libya's Gadhafi
The White House says President Bush called Libya's Moammar Gadhafi to thank him for settling a long-standing dispute between Washington and Tripoli over terrorist attacks in the 1980s.
McCartney hopes to release funky Beatles track
Paul McCartney says it's time an experimental Beatles track that features gargling and shouting saw the light of day.
Federal workers wooed by Obama
Before the election, Barack Obama sent letters to seven agencies, offering details about plans to beef up programs and roll back some Bush administration policies.
