Rogue broker blamed for oil spike
PVM Oil Associates, the world's biggest over-the-counter oil brokerage, says it lost nearly $10 million this week because of unauthorized trades that caused a temporary spike in Brent crude markets.
'Organic' label's integrity under fire
USDA shortcomings mean consumers who buy "organic" are not always getting foods without pesticides, produced in a way that is gentle on the environment.
Mexican wrestlers drugged to death
Mexican authorities say two professional wrestlers found dead in a low-rent hotel in the capital may have been drugged to death by female robbers.
Artest set to sign with champion Lakers
The Houston Rockets forward has verbally agreed to play for Los Angeles next season, though the final contract details are still being worked out according to his agent.
Johnny comes marching home — to no job
National Guardsmen are coming home from Iraq to face a new enemy – a swooning economy that has landed like a KO'd heavyweight on the canvas of their home towns.
Powerful sedative found in Jackson's home
A law enforcement official says the powerful sedative Diprivan was found in Michael Jackson's home. Diprivan is an intravenous anesthetic drug widely used in operating rooms to induce unconsciousness. Also known as Propofol, it's very unusual to have in a private home
Roddick wins war of Andys, will face Federer
American defeats British hope Murray in 4 sets to reach Wimbledon final
Funeral for Billy Mays draws hundreds
Television product pitchman Billy Mays is remembered as a pop culture icon at his funeral near Pittsburgh.
Iran cleric: U.K. Embassy staff to be tried
A top Iranian cleric said Friday that some of the detained Iranian staffers of the British Embassy in Tehran will be put on trial.
Jackson funeral set for Tuesday
A public service will take place Tuesday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles with 17,500 seats available via lottery. Meanwhile, officials are asking non-credentialed fans to stay home.
