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Taking our mining to new heights
SEATTLE (AP) - Using space-faring robots to mine precious metals from asteroids almost sounds easy when former astronaut Tom Jones describes it - practically l…
New case of mad cow found in California
WASHINGTON - The first new case of mad cow disease in the U.S. since 2006 has been discovered in a dairy cow in California, but health authorities said Tuesday…
Actress Hudson takes stand at murder trial
CHICAGO (AP) - The trial of the man accused of killing Jennifer Hudson's family opened with the marquee witness, as prosecutors put the award-winning actress a…
Time to remove doubts
Mitt Romney's urgent assignment now is to learn the lessons of a Republican primary season where missteps cost time and money while reinforcing doubts about hi…
A quarter century later
LOS ANGELES - Television networks are masters of self-promotion, so it's no surprise that Fox is carving out two prime-time hours tonight to celebrate its 25th…
Education appeal?
WASHINGTON - Eager to energize young voters, President Barack Obama is depicting Republicans as obstacles to an affordable college education as he previews an …
After 4-month surge, gas prices start falling
NEW YORK - The worst appears to be over. Gasoline prices are going down.
The impact of controversy
DALLAS - For years, Katie Sanchez participated in her local Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, raising money annually to honor her aunt, cousin and a male frien…
Three agents out in wake of Secret Service scandal
WASHINGTON (AP) - The prostitution scandal at the Secret Service claimed its first casualties Wednesday. The agency announced three agents are leaving the service, even as separate U.S. government investigations we…
More people buying homes
'GMA' poised to end 'Today' rating streak
Economic outlook brightens as retail sales rise
War games erupt in White House battle
Everywhere you turn in politics a war is raging - at least of words.
On the right path?
A justifiable killing?