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Stephen Colbert enjoys playing a jerk: Stephen Colbert was raised in South Carolina to be a Southern gentleman. But he spends his days being a jerk. It must be tough. ›18:29
Want to make more dough? Read this: Looking to get smarter about money without sacrificing your sanity or social life? Here's a hands-on guide excerpted from "The Smart Cookies' Guide to Making More Dough" for people who want to sharpen their financial skills. ›13:52
8 die in bus crash; driver suspected of DUI: A bus driver with a history of motor vehicle offenses and substance abuse was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence Monday after his casino-bound bus ran into a ditch, killing eight. ›23:08
Justices begin session with smoking suit: The Supreme Court opened its new term Monday suggesting it would side with tobacco companies in their fight to block lawsuits over deceptive marketing of "light" cigarettes. ›17:47
86 cats rescued from 2-bedroom condo: A Glenwood Springs animal shelter was trying to find homes for 86 cats rescued from a two-bedroom condominium. ›21:33
BofA to cut dividend in half, sell stock: Bank of America Corp.'s third-quarter profit fell 68 percent and the bank says it's selling stock and halving its dividend to boost capital. ›01:06 7 Oct, Tue
How Maria Menounos dropped 10 sizes: Chili peppers, hot sauce, vinegar, grapefruit and lots of water: Thats the recipe Maria Menounos used to go from a size 14 college student to the size 4 television personality she is today. All it really took was a dedication to making better choices. ›16:02
Video: Lehman CEO: 'What could I have done differently?': Oct. 6: Richard Fuld, the embattled CEO of Lehman Brothers, came under heavy fire before Congress Monday, as he defended the decisions that led to his company's collapse. NBC's Lisa Myers reports.(Nightly News) ›23:20
Somalia mortar attack kills at least 17:
Transgender politician wins legal battle: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to consider a murder case in which a jury foreman read passages of the Bible to hold-out jurors who subsequently voted to impose the death penalty. ›18:36
World struggles with unified response to crisis: Governments and central banks around the world grasped at measures to contain the fast-spreading financial crisis on Monday ›17:58
Fewer 'sworn virgins' in Albania: Mortar shells slammed into a busy market in Somalia's capital Monday, killing at least 17 people as humanitarian agencies appealed to the international community to help. ›23:09
China cancels some U.S. military contacts: Global stock markets plunged Monday as government bank bailouts in the U.S. and Europe failed to alleviate fears that the global financial crisis would depress economic growth. ›18:50
Stripper science earns frivolous fame: The 2008 Ig Nobel laureates include researchers who studied the spermicidal properties of cola drinks, as well as psychologists who found a link between exotic dancers' fertility and their earnings. ›23:51 2 Oct, Thu
Shock! He survived lightning at gas pump: A dramatic surveillance video captured the vivid flash of lightning that shocked William Hall just as he was pumping gasoline: "I couldnt move ... it was very scary. But he came away with a bump on his head and a bruised elbow. ›14:00
Prosecutor: Suspect cut out stories: A man accused of killing eight people and attacking 20 others during a series of late-night random shootings that terrorized the Phoenix area is a narcissist who cut out newspaper stories about his alleged shootings, a prosecutor said Monday. ›00:18 7 Oct, Tue
'Bra Bandit' strikes again in Florida: The Lee County Sheriff's Office was searching for an individual they say stole 160 bras valued at nearly $6,000 on Thursday from a Victoria Secret store. ›01:43 7 Oct, Tue
Ex-hostage testifies in accused gunman's trial: California health officials say the words "bride" and "groom" will reappear on marriage license applications starting next month. ›22:25
BofA to pay $8 billion over subprime suit: Facing a lawsuit over deceptive mortgage practices, Bank of America Corp. is agreeing to pay more than $8 billion to modify hundreds of thousands of loans to keep people from losing their homes. ›16:28
Egyptians looking for 'good side' of America: In this strongly patriarchal society where for centuries women had virtually no standing, sworn virgins enjoyed the same rights and respect as men. ›03:20
As economy dims, utility shut-offs are soaring: The number of Americans whose electricity or gas has been shut off for nonpayment of their bills is up sharply in many parts of the country as people struggle in a shaky economy. ›20:22
Video: New president could mean new Supreme Court: Oct. 6: The next president will likely have the opportunity to nominate new justices. NBC Chief Justice Correspondent Pete Williams reports on how each candidate plans to change the makeup of the high court.(Nightly News) ›23:29
Transform your home into a green retreat: Don't know how to start making your living space more earth-conscious? GreenDAY's Marisa Belger learns simple ways to reduce waste, water and energy use, plus more while saving a few bucks along the way. ›19:49 2 Oct, Thu
Dear Mr. President: For our kids' sake...: As a parent and a voter in the upcoming election, you not only have your future to consider but your children's future as well. From healthcare to foreign policy, which issues are of greatest concern to you? We want to hear your thoughts. ›17:20 2 Oct, Thu
