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Mexico: Ex-drug czar took cartel money
Mexico's former drug czar took $450,000 to leak information to a powerful cartel, officials said Friday.
GM, Chrysler make cuts to hold on for loans

Nov. 21: The Big Three auto companies may be on a losing streak, but according to factory laborers in Detroit, it's the workers who are paying the price. NBC's Mara Schiavocampo reports.  (Nightly News)Chrysler and GM need to follow Lee Iacocca's play book now as they try to outlast the debate in Washington over whether they will get billions in government loans.



Stocks jump on Geithner speculation

Nov. 21: Stocks went on a huge rally Friday after news spread that N.Y. Fed chief Tim Geithner was President-elect Barack Obama's choice for Treasury Secretary. NBC's Andrea Mitchell reports.  (Nightly News)Wall Street put a stop to a terrifying decline and stormed higher as President-elect Obama appeared ready to tap the chief of the N.Y. Federal Reserve as the next treasury secretary.



Obama makes key Cabinet picks

Nov. 21: NBC News has confirmed that President-elect Barack Obama will announce his economic team on Monday, tagging New York Federal Reserve President Tim Geithner for Treasury secretary. NBC's Chuck Todd and Andrea Mitchell report. (MSNBC)Several key appointments, including State and Treasury Department secretaries appear to be nearly-done deals, with Democratic officials confirming President-elect Barack Obama's intended nominees.



Citigroup’s options dwindle; shares plunge

Nov. 21: Major trouble with financial giant Citigroup weighed on markets Thursday, but stocks rallied late in the day. CNBC's Trish Regan reports.  (Nightly News)Pressure intensified on Citigroup to sell part or all of itself as its stock fell below $4 a share on Friday and fears escalated about future loan losses.



US News
Cheeky! 'Butt bandit' suspect nabbed
Police have arrested a man suspected of leaving greasy, graphic imprints on the windows of stores, churches and schools in a small Nebraska town.
Man charged in Hawaii dam deaths
A Hawaii homeowner has been indicted on seven counts of manslaughter in connection with a dam failure in 2006.
N.Y. school renamed for Obama
At the behest of its students, an elementary school near New York City has been renamed after President-elect Barack Obama.
Jury hears testimony in Internet suicide case
A friend of the Missouri woman accused of sending cruel Internet messages to a teenage neighbor who committed suicide testified Friday that the defendant told her she had wanted  “to mess with Megan.”
Obama makes key Cabinet picks

Nov. 21: NBC News has confirmed that President-elect Barack Obama will announce his economic team on Monday, tagging New York Federal Reserve President Tim Geithner for Treasury secretary. NBC's Chuck Todd and Andrea Mitchell report. (MSNBC)Several key appointments, including State and Treasury Department secretaries appear to be nearly-done deals, with Democratic officials confirming President-elect Barack Obama's intended nominees.



Sports News
Cap cutting: Knicks trade Crawford, Randolph

The Grizzlies' Quinton Ross defends against the Knicks' Jamal Crawford on Nov. 12. The New York Knicks traded Zach Randolph and Jamal Crawford in separate deals Friday, parting with their two top scorers to free up coveted salary-cap space for the summer of 2010.



Jets rookie QB Ainge suspended for steroids

Quarterback Erik Ainge, shown here while playing for Tennessee, is not allowed to be with the Jets or at the team's facility until Dec. 15.New York Jets rookie quarterback Erik Ainge has been suspended four games by the NFL for violating the league’s policy on steroids and related substances.



Utah studio wants pole dancing in Olympics

Pole dancing instructor Luo Lan, center, demonstrates a move during a pole dancing exercise class in a converted apartment in Beijing on Feb. 7, 2007.A pole dancing studio in Salt Lake City has become part of a worldwide movement to get pole dancing considered as an Olympic sport for the 2012 Games in London, KUTV reported Friday.



Sorenstam's LPGA career ends with missed cut

Annika Sorenstam kisses her golf ball on the 18th green at the end of the second round.'All of a sudden, the time is here,' Swede says at ADT Championship



After finale, Sorenstam picked for drug test

Annika Sorenstam waves to the crowd as she walks towards the 18th green during the second round of the LPGA ADT Championship on Friday.Even in the first few minutes of a presumed retirement, Annika Sorenstam was subject to drug testing.



Politics News
Obama makes key Cabinet picks

Nov. 21: NBC News has confirmed that President-elect Barack Obama will announce his economic team on Monday, tagging New York Federal Reserve President Tim Geithner for Treasury secretary. NBC's Chuck Todd and Andrea Mitchell report. (MSNBC)Several key appointments, including State and Treasury Department secretaries appear to be nearly-done deals, with Democratic officials confirming President-elect Barack Obama's intended nominees.



Inaugural crowd to face intense scrutiny
Law enforcement officials bracing for the largest crowds in inaugural history are preparing far-reaching security — thousands of video cameras, sharpshooters, air patrols — to safeguard President-elect Barack Obama's swearing-in.
Obamas chose private Sidwell Friends School
President-elect Barack Obama and his wife have chosen private Sidwell Friends School in Washington for their two daughters.
Bush pushes economy, N. Korea progress

President George W. Bush and Chinese President Hu Jinta shake hands ahead of a private meeting on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit on Friday in Lima. President Bush on Friday moved to steady a shuddering economy and speed up the demise of North Korea's nuclear weaponry. Those twin aims framed his weekend stop in Peru for the APEC forum.



First Read: Geithner likely to be treasury secretary

NBC News has learned that the President-elect is preparing to roll out his economic team on Monday -- and will personally announce the team and answer questions -- part of an effort to reassure markets. NBC News has learned that the President-elect is preparing to roll out his economic team on Monday -- and will personally announce the team and answer questions -- part of an effort to reassure markets.



Discovery News Headlines
Ancient Chariot Found in Bulgaria
A newly-found four-wheel chariot dates back to the end of the second century A.D.
SLIDE SHOW: Images From the Week's News
A look back at images from Discovery News, Nov. 17-21.
Mini Nuclear Reactors to Power Remote Areas
A company is taking orders for shed-sized, semi-truck-delivered nuclear reactors.
BLOG: 'Dance Your Ph.D.' Winners Announced
Researchers perform interpretative dances illustrating their research.
Einstein's E=MC2 Proven Thanks to Quarks
Scientists calculating the weight of particles prove Einstein's famous formula is right on.

Health and Wellness News
Study ties saturated fat to small intestine cancer
Diets high in saturated fat appear to increase the risk of cancer of the small intestine, a study shows.
AIDS official blasts Russia as infections rise
A top Russian anti-AIDS coordinator on Friday lambasted the government's approach to fighting HIV, saying the number of registered cases was growing 10 percent a year.
Lawsuit claims teen with HIV was bullied
The family of a 14-year-old girl who says she was bullied so badly over her HIV-positive status that she left school is suing the school district.
Kids of centenarians live longer, healthier lives
People who make it to the age of 100 may indeed have some "good genes" that they pass on their children, according to a new study.
Child deaths test faith-healing exemptions
Three criminal cases have revived concerns about exemptions that most states grant to parents who rely on faith healing instead of doctors to treat sick children.

Entertainment News
Review: ‘Twilight’ in the eye of the beholder

“Twilight” is based on the young adult vampire-romance book series by Stephenie Meyer.Fans of the novel will swoon over the faithfulness of the screen adaptation; others will chuckle at the adolescent over-earnestness of it all.



A beginner’s guide to ‘Twilight’

Robert Pattinson and Kirsten Stewart play Edward and Bella in "Twilight." Let's hope these two actors never expect their lives to be the same again. Because after this film, they won't.How to pretend like you know what your teenage daughter is talking about. And maybe, just maybe, you'll get addicted to “Twilight,” too.



Beyonce, Aguilera, West to play AMAs

Beyonce is just one of the big stars who will perform on Sunday night's American Music Awards.With performances by some of music’s hottest acts — Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, Kanye West, the Jonas Brothers and 15 others — who needs awards?



‘Bolt’ tells a familiar hero’s tale

John Travolta is the voice of Bolt, the canine star of a hit TV show who believes he has the superpowers of his small-screen alter-ego. One could forgive a movie aimed at children for shamelessly cribbing plot points, but when the canine protagonist of “Bolt” borrows a character arc from Buzz Lightyear, even youngsters will smell a rip-off.



Spears makes unexpected appearance in court

From pop princess to troubled wife and mom, the ups and downs of Britney Spears.A court spokesman said after the hearing that Spears appeared to give an update on her upcoming album, “Circus,” and details of her tour and other promotions.



New York Times Homepage
Your Money: Leaner Holiday Gift Giving, Bountiful in Spirit
At a time when so many people have so much less than they did just a few months ago, there ought to be a way to lessen the gift-giving pressure.


Fed Official Seen as Choice for Treasury Secretary
President-elect Barack Obama will name Timothy F. Geithner to be his Treasury Secretary, according to a knowledgeable Democrat.


New Twist in Appeal of Ex-Alabama Governor
Accusations from a Justice employee buttress Democrats’ claims that the case against Gov. Don Siegelman was politically tainted.


Stocks Soar on News of Choice for Treasury
Wall Street surged on Friday afternoon after news reports that Timothy F. Geithner would be chosen to be secretary of the Treasury.


Protests in Baghdad on U.S. Pact
More than 10,000 supporters of Moktada al-Sadr gathered to protest the Iraqi plan to sign the security agreement.


Quote of the Day
Josh Billings
"Advice is like castor oil, easy enough to give but dreadful uneasy to take."
Walt Whitman
"When I give, I give myself."
Simone Weil
"I can, therefore I am."
Lord Chesterfield
"You must look into people as well as at them."

How to of the Day
How to Carpool Without a Hitch
Carpooling makes sense - after all, it saves money, fuel, and the environment, but figuring out a sensible arrangement isn't always easy. Sometimes it ends up being more trouble than it's worth! Below are some ways to avoid the pitfalls that can make carpooling a headache...
8 Steps to Keeping Your Glasses in Good Shape
Eyeglasses can be a pain to care for, what with smears, smudges, fingerprints, fogging...Ever wondered how to look after your glasses, keep them in good repair so they'll last until your next eye exam? Want to be able to see through them without the smudges? Read on.
How to Give Someone an Incredible Back Massage
A good back massage can relieve pain, anxiety, and stress, as well as increase physical intimacy, if desired. The following techniques will help you learn how to give a good back massage. Finding a volunteer to practice on shouldn't be too hard!
4 Steps to Putting Any Rumor to Rest
Scientific research is suggesting that the old adage - "Don't dignify a rumor with a response" - is bad advice. The way rumors were handled in the most recent American elections seems to back up this new perspective.[1] So if you can't ignore the rumors, what are you supposed to do?
How to Save Money by Doing Your Grocery Shopping Only Once a Month
How often do you go to the supermarket? Could you get by with making only one trip per month? What if it saved you money? When people shop more often, they buy more stuff. Supermarkets and grocery stores know this, and that's why they often bury the most common items in the back of the store - so you have to walk through the aisles to get there, and the probability of an impulse purchase goes up![1] Besides making a list and sticking to it, another way to limit your spending is to minimize the amount of time you actually spend in the store. Why make four or more trips per month when you can make just one? That's right--go grocery shopping 12 times a year. It takes time. It also takes organization. Here's how to pull it off.

Healthy Recipes
Low-Sodium Recipes: Holiday Chicken Salad | Submitted By: Elaine
Dried cranberries add a sweet tartness to chicken and vegetable salad. Make a delightful sandwich filling, too.
Healthy Appetizers: Mango Salsa | Submitted By: iyengar21
This spicy, fruity blend of fresh ingredients will turn any dish into an exciting new favorite!
Dairy-Free Recipes: Quick Chili II | Submitted By: Kathy Labit
This quick ground beef and bean chili features green chiles and Cajun seasoning.
Low-Cholesterol Recipes: Fennel and Orange Salad | Submitted By: Barrett
Simple and delicious. If you 've never munched on fennel, than do give this a whirl. A lovely, crisp aromatic taste that 's wonderful paired with oranges. Toss with arugula and add a smattering of poppy seeds.
Diabetic Recipes: Portobello Mushroom Chili | Submitted By: GOURMETGUY
Meaty portobello mushrooms are a hearty addition to chili.

Home Improvement
Don't Let Ice Dams Damage Your Roof
Ice dams are literally dam-like buildups of ice on a roof. Ice dams occur most often when we get heavy snow followed by below freezing temperatures, but they can occur...Read further about Ice Dams
Make a Stylish Entrance
An attractive, welcoming entrance does more to greet friends and family than any other element of your home's exterior. But, don't forget that your entrance is much...Read more about Front Entrances
Checklist: Winter Yard Work
Landscape and yard work are usually the last thing on the minds of most homeowners in the dead of winter. But this is actually the ideal time to renovate the...Read on about Winter Yard Work
The Benefits of Weather Stripping
Many older homes, and even some newer ones, have numerous little cracks, holes, and spaces, through which warm air escapes during the winter, and unwanted hot air enters...Read more about Weather Stripping
Stowing it Away: Where to Put It
The longer we live in a home, the more belongings we accumulate. Day by day, our house seems to shrink. Stuffed closets, crammed cabinets, and a basement...Read more about Getting Organized