Pinched Americans hit the gym, but seek deals
People squeezed by the economic crisis are still paying for gym memberships and diet centers, but health clubs are having to hold down their fees to keep customers coming in.
Scoop: Cruise gets emotional about Jett Travolta
A visibly shaken Tom Cruise said that it was untrue that the Church of Scientology forbids members from seeking medical attention.
Job losses rise in Dec., unemployment 7.2 pct.
The Labor Department reported Friday that the jobless rate rose to 7.2 percent in December and payrolls dropped by 524,000 jobs.
Obama to finalize national security team
Barack Obama is completing his national security team by announcing his unusual choices for CIA director and a national intelligence director who may face tough Senate confirmation questioning.
Palin lashes out at the media
Sarah Palin, still smarting over coverage of her vice presidential run, calls the media's reporting on her family "very scary".
Cowboy churches rope in new Christians
Moments after flying headfirst onto the arena dirt, the man brushes off his protective vest as rodeo clowns rush in to distract the still-bucking bull. But this isn't a typical rodeo. It's an outreach ministry.
In Iran: No credit cards, alcohol ... or urinals
One moment, Rick Steves — in Iran filming — would see murals encouraging young men to walk into the blazing sunset of martyrdom. The next, a bookstore worker would give him a free book.
Troops in Iraq to get beer for Super Bowl
American troops in Iraq will be allowed to drink beer without fear of court-martial for this year's Super Bowl — an exception to a strict military ban on drinking alcohol in combat zones.
Bacon, butter fuel South Pole trek
A trio of adventurers said Friday they have set a new record for fastest trek across Antarctica to the South Pole, after suffering through whiteout conditions and temperatures as low as minus 40.
Floods cut Washington highways
Floods, mudslides and avalanches in the Pacific Northwest kept tens of thousands of people from their homes Thursday, brought freight trains to a standstill and stranded hundreds of trucks.
