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Obama to Announce Afghanistan Strategy

With "off-ramps" and "benchmarks" in place, Obama sees road ahead in Afghanistan.

Census Worker Made Suicide Look Like Murder

Bill Sparkman was bound and hanging from a tree with "Fed" written on his chest.

Amber Alert: S.C. Infant Snatched From Car Seat

Police consider possibility mother and infant were followed for hours.

Man Thought a 'Vegetable' for 23 Years... Wasn't

Belgian researcher proves a paralyzed man was fully conscious with brain scan.

Is Teacher-Student Sex Legal in Georgia?

A loophole in the law has freed several teachers who romanced their students.

Massive Recall of Drop-Down Cribs

In biggest crib recall ever, safety board yanks 2.1 million Stork Craft items.

Thanksgiving Travel Tips: How to Avoid Delays

A guide to surviving planes, trains and automobiles this holiday weekend.

Americans Search for Cheaper Thanksgiving Trips

Skip the plane, take the train? More Americans looking for cheaper Thanksgiving travel options

News Blogs

Clem's Chronicles: Afghanistan/WH State Dinner/Holiday Travel

The World Newser | November 24, 2009 | 10:02 PM EST

Howdy folks-here's what we're looking at tonight.... AFGHANISTAN/US POLICY DECISION-Well we don’t exactly know what has been decided but we know when we’ll know. President Obama will address the... [continue]

Under the Stars, Obama Toasts India’s Prime Minister

Political Punch | November 24, 2009 | 9:57 PM EST

From Sunlen Miller: Underneath a massive white tent, with a glass ceiling and eight chandeliers, President Obama noted during his first toast at his first state dinner that guests were celebrating the... [continue]

White House State Dinner – Who Made the Exclusive Guest List?

Political Punch | November 24, 2009 | 7:15 PM EST

ABC News’ Karen Travers reports: The list is out – commence the scrutiny! The White House finally has released the highly anticipated guest for tonight’s state dinner in honor of Indian Prime Minister... [continue]

Photos: White House State Dinners Through the Years

The World Newser | November 24, 2009 | 6:28 PM EST

Wining and dining is on the menu at the White House tonight, as the President and First Lady hold their first state dinner -- honoring India's Prime Minister. State dinners are always grand affairs... [continue]

Admiral Mike Mullen To Geneva for START Talks

Political Punch | November 24, 2009 | 5:52 PM EST

Word came on Tuesday that Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Adm. Mike Mullen traveled to Geneva, Switzerland Monday night for an unannounced meeting with his Russian counterpart, General N.E. Makarov,... [continue]

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