Second death sentence for 'Chemical Ali': A court sentenced Saddam Hussein's notorious cousin, known as "Chemical Ali," to death Tuesday after convicting him of crimes against humanity while crushing the 1991 Shiite uprising in Iraq. ›12:12
Nokia unveils N97 touch screen phone: Nokia Oyj, the world's largest mobile phone maker, unveiled its flagship N97 model smartphone on Tuesday, which drew a lukewarm response from analysts. ›15:33
Producers use LA Times ad to toss salvo at SAG: Hollywood's studio heads, trapped in a standoff with the Screen Actors Guild, are making their plea to the industry in a full-page ad in the Los Angeles Times as the threat of a strike looms. ›00:34
Some U.S. travelers cancel plans to visit India: In the past decade, India has gone from a place that relatively few Americans visited to one of the top international destinations for U.S. residents ahead of other locales like Brazil, Switzerland and Greece. ›15:43
Video: Mumbai: Anatomy of an attack: Dec. 1: In the wake of the Mumbai terror attacks, the Indian government is considering creating an office of homeland security, but it must first figure out why the current system failed to protect its citizens. NBC's Stephanie Gosk reports.(Nightly News) ›23:48 1 Dec, Mon
Bush touts program for children of prisoners: The President, trying to emphasize the softer side of his policy record before leaving office, thanks volunteers who have served as mentors to children of prisoners. ›18:38
Iraqi women seek freedom of roads again: With the sharp drop in violence in Iraq this year, women are venturing onto the roads. They are gingerly reclaiming freedoms denied by the Islamic extremists since the 2003 U.S. invasion. ›05:57
Obama has bipartisan economy pledge for govs: The president-elect pledged quick work Tuesday on an economic recovery plan to include tax cuts and increased federal spending, and told the nation's governors he wants their advice. ›16:25
Circus will get you in the mood to groove: It's time for another Britney Spears comeback: Call this one the remix version, and Circus will leave you thoroughly entertained. ›17:44 1 Dec, Mon
Preview: 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser: Toyota's iconic machine gets more grunt, a smoother ride and sweeter duds. ›07:00 18 Oct, Thu
Affordable places to escape the cold: When average daily temperatures dip far below freezing, it's time to get out of the city. But with the economy struggling, sunbathing on a private beach in Maldives may not be a financially feasible option. ›14:58
Rapport with Obama will be key for Clinton: Hillary Clinton's success as secretary of state may depend as much on Obama's willingness to admit her to his inner circle as her mastery of the job, officials say. ›05:57
The world's 10 best new hotels: The most exciting new hotels of the season, from Boston to Botswana. ›14:57
Some U.S. travelers cancel plans to visit India: In the past decade, India has gone from a place that relatively few Americans visited to one of the top international destinations for U.S. residents ahead of other locales like Brazil, Switzerland and Greece. ›15:43
U.S.: Mumbai attack has Pakistani ties: The U.S. warned India before last week's brutal attacks in Mumbai that terrorists appeared to be plotting a mostly waterborne assault on the city, a senior Bush administration official said Tuesday. ›19:14
Technology Review: 2007 Ford Expedition: Ford's full-size SUV is big on conveniences and standard features. ›07:00 19 Oct, Fri
Carbon monoxide kills 11 girls at China school: Eleven girls died of carbon monoxide poisoning at a school in northern China's Shaanxi province, an education official said Tuesday evening. The girls had reportedly lit a fire to keep warm. ›10:22
Cop shoots himself after gun-safety lesson: A top cop mistakenly shot himself in the thigh after giving his daughter a lesson in gun safety, police said. ›11:17 29 Nov, Sat
Newsweek: The gospel of Will Smith: 'Seven Pounds' is about a man searching for salvation. The man who plays him is searching, too. ›20:35 1 Dec, Mon
First Read: Richardson to be officially announced: . ›19:42
Cell phones more distracting than passengers: Mobile phone calls distract drivers far more than even the chattiest passenger, causing drivers to follow too closely and miss exits, U.S. researchers reported on Monday. ›15:46 1 Dec, Mon
Revving up the race for fuel efficiency: New research suggests that impressive increases in fuel economy could be obtained by integrating innovative devices into the nations fleet of gas-guzzling vehicles. ›13:39 1 Dec, Mon
Crash survivors Barker, DJ AM to reunite: Punk musician Travis Barker and celebrity disc jockey DJ AM will perform together for the first time since the duo survived a fiery plane crash in South Carolina. ›14:15 1 Dec, Mon
Fowl foul: Thanksgiving dinner stolen: A Wisconsin family found it hard to be thankful after a thief made off with their turkey dinner. ›04:59 30 Nov, Sun