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Report: Rangel has reached ethics deal

New York Democrat Rep. Charles Rangel may be in the process of cutting a last-minute deal to avoid a public trial for alleged corruption charges.






Democratic - Charles B. Rangel - New York - United States - Metro Areas
Grizzly, 2 cubs caught after Montana mauling
Montana wildlife officials have captured a female grizzly and two of her three cubs in a campground near Yellowstone National Park where a man was killed and two others were injured.



Yellowstone National Park - Montana - Camping - Gallatin National Forest - United States
Ex-USDA official to sue blogger over video
Ousted USDA employee Shirley Sherrod said Thursday that she will sue a conservative blogger who posted an edited video that appeared to show her making racially offensive remarks.



Conservatism - Andrew Breitbart - Politics - United States Department of Agriculture - Conservatives

US News
6,600 Arlington graves might be mixed up

The number of mislabeled graves at Arlington National Cemetery could be 6,600, the senator whose subcommittee is investigating potential contracting fraud there said Thursday.



WSJ: Evidence ties Manning to Afghan leaks
Investigators said they have found evidence linking an Army intelligence analyst with the leak of secret war documents, a defense official told the Wall Street Journal on Thursday.

BBC World News
Woerth denies L'Oreal wrongdoing
France's Labour Minister Eric Woerth tells police investigating the finances of L'Oreal heiress Liliane Bettencourt he has done nothing wrong.
Frenchwoman 'smothered newborns'
A Frenchwoman admits killing eight newborn babies after remains are found but insists her husband knew nothing, prosecutors say.
'Hijack' foiled at Moscow airport
Russian security forces at Moscow's Domodedovo airport arrest a man suspected of trying to hijack a plane.
US military graves 'mislabelled'
As many as 6,600 graves at Arlington National Cemetery were mislabelled or unmarked because of incompetence among managers, a US senator says.
DR Congo boat sinking 'kills 140'
About 140 people are feared dead as a boat capsizes on a river in the western Bandundu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Sports News
NBCSports.com's Preseason Top 25
Crimson Tide will be up to the task and repeat as national champions.
Cops investigating Wright’s death as homicide

Memphis police say they are investigating the discovery of a body that family members have said is missing NBA player Lorenzen Wright as a homicide.



Politics News
Obama takes on critics of education plan
Challenging civil rights agencies and teacher's unions that have criticized his education policies, Obama said that minority students have the most to gain from overhauling schools.
Newsweek: Obama charms on 'The View'
Obama certainly wooed the ladies, and the audience at home. That said, it wasn’t all fluff. Obama delved into policy, dropping some statistics about job losses to make the case that the economy is actually in a better place than it could have been had done nothing when taking office.
Report: Rangel has reached ethics deal

New York Democrat Rep. Charles Rangel may be in the process of cutting a last-minute deal to avoid a public trial for alleged corruption charges.



Discovery News Headlines
Triceratops 'Secret Location' Found in South Dakota Badlands
An internationally-renowned dinosaur hunter is hoping to bag a Triceratops skeleton at a 'secret location' in the South Dakota Badlands.
Physicists Tackle Wrinkles
Researchers study how folds and other creases disappear in studies that could shed light on how human tissue folds and grows.

Health and Wellness News
Video: Robots for the aging

Tokyo's Robot Expo shows off new robots that focus on helping elderly people who are disabled or suffering from dementia. TODAYshow.com's Dara Brown reports. (Other)



9 natural cures you can trust

Cocoa for high blood pressure? Massage for depression? That's right. Doctors say these and other alternative remedies really work to help heal our everyday ailments.



Video: Healthy mouth, healthy body?

NBC’s chief medical editor Dr. Nancy Snyderman highlights the importance of oral health and answers viewers’ questions. (Today Show)



Can a vasectomy kill a guy's sex drive?
Can a vasectomy  dim a guy's enjoyment of sex? Also, how does a young woman in a rural area without any resources find a safe way to come out and enter the "lesbian scene"?
Lisps come and lisps go — like Sally Draper's

Besides notable absences including guys like Sal, Ken and Paul, Sunday’s season premiere of “Mad Men” was missing one more beloved character: Sally Draper’s lisp.



Entertainment News
Scoop: Obama not invited to Clinton's wedding

The ladies of "The View" had plenty of questions for the president, but they all wanted to know if he'd be at Chelsea's wedding this weekend. The answer: No, and he thinks the day should belong to Chelsea.



Tidbits: 'Bachelorette' contestant: I was bashed

Former “Bachelorette” contestant Justin “R-Rated” Rego believes producers of the reality romance competition have it out for him.



ABC exec resigned amid harassment probe
Steve McPherson, the head of entertainment programming and production at ABC resigned as the company conducted an internal sexual harassment investigation, a source said.
Jokes, fur fly fast in 'Cats & Dogs'
It's a delightful idea that cats and dogs not only enjoy a rich interior life while adults are away, but also function as highly trained super spies, complete with elaborate gadgetry.
More 'Runway' doesn't mean a better 'Runway'

Despite the fact that show mentor Tim Gunn routinely reminds contestants to never overdesign, “Runway” itself plans to ignore that bit of conventional wisdom when it returns Thursday night.



Oddly Enough
Robots lend elderly a helping hand
A Japanese robot expo shows off new frontiers of robotic elderly care. Tara Cleary reports.



Valuable Ansel Adams negatives found
A 45 U.S. dollar garage sale purchase turns out to be long lost Ansel Adams negatives worth 200 million dollars. Tara Cleary reports.



Thousands flock to see wax figures
Thousands of tourists flock to see stunning wax sculptures in Suphan Buri province as Thais mark Buddhist Lent. Tara Cleary reports.



Peruvians celebrate the horse
Peruvians meet at a competition for one of the most enduring symbols of Spanish colonialism -- the horse. Tara Cleary reports.



Indian man sings for 80 hours
A professional singer In India's western Nagpur city, sings for 80 hours to set a new world record. Tara Cleary reports.



New York Times Homepage
Retail Sales Drop Not as Bad as Feared
Sales at the nation’s retailers fell slightly less than expected in February, suggesting that the economic deceleration may at least be slowing.
Dog Sledding in Montana’s Wilderness
Near Yellowstone National Park, dog sledding is an exhilarating and nostalgic way to travel through wild country — quieter than snowmobiles, faster than skis or snowshoes.
Met Museum Plans Major Layoffs
The museum said Thursday that it would lay off more than a quarter of its merchandising staff, eliminating 74 jobs in addition to 53 already cut over the last year.
F.B.I. Raids Obama Official’s Former Office
The former office of Vivek Kundra, named to the position of chief information officer, was raided in a corruption probe.
R.N.C. Chairman Under Fire Again
Michael Steele’s answers to questions about abortion and homosexuality could give heartburn to conservatives.

Quote of the Day
Calvin Coolidge
"It takes a great man to be a good listener."

How to of the Day
6 Tips for Dealing with a Premenstrual Girlfriend
Women can be cranky a week before, during, and for a short time after their periods because of the hormonal fluctuations of their monthly cycle. This can be frustrating for everyone involved, but with the right approach, you can make it work for both of you. Here are some ways to be more supportive and understanding toward your girlfriend when she's experiencing symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

Ask Yahoo
What happened to Ask Yahoo!?
Ask Yahoo! is teaming up with Yahoo! Answers to bring you Ask Mike. It's another way to pose questions, get answers, and (hopefully) learn a thing or two. Please visit us at our new home on Yahoo! Answers, and join our network today. To learn more about Yahoo! Answers, the Answers Network, and Ask Mike, head to our help pages...
What happened to Ask Yahoo!?
Ask Yahoo! is teaming up with Yahoo! Answers to bring you Ask Mike. It's another way to pose questions, get answers, and (hopefully) learn a thing or two. Please visit us at our new home on Yahoo! Answers, and join our network today. To learn more about Yahoo! Answers, the Answers Network, and Ask Mike, head to our help pages...
Is the postmaster general really a general?
The postmaster general (PMG) has one of the coolest job titles in the United States government. But the position, while important, has little to do with the military...
Why do people yell "Free Bird!" at rock concerts?
It happens at nearly every rock show. During a lull, while the band's in between tunes, someone in the audience requests Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Free Bird." It's meant as a joke, but it's never really funny. So how did the unfortunate tradition begin?...
Who "invented" zombies?
Filmmaker George Romero turned zombies into movie icons in his epic "Night of the Living Dead" horror series. But to say he "invented" them is giving the guy too much credit. The truth is, these lurching, brain-crazed creatures have deep roots in Haitian folklore...

Healthy Recipes
Super Foods: Penne Pasta with Peppers | Submitted By: Donna Lasater
Colorful red and yellow sweet bell peppers sauteed with sliced red onions and chopped garlic are poured over cooked penne to make a cheerful dish of pasta.
Dairy-Free Recipes: Lumpia Rolls | Submitted By: JCPINDY
Deep fried lumpia rolls filled with a mixture of beef, pork and vegetables. Great for parties as they can be prepared ahead of time and frozen, then fried when you're ready to use.
Healthy Main Dish Recipes: Tomato Pork Chops I | Submitted By: Charmaine
Onions and bell peppers enrich a lightly seasoned tomato sauce. But wait, there's more. Simmer sauteed pork chops in the sauce for a homey, comforting meal.
Diabetic Recipes: Eskimo Cubes for Summer | Submitted By: SassyCowgirl
Three different melons are liquefied with strawberries and raspberries for this refreshing treat from the freezer.
Low-Cholesterol Recipes: Eggless Pasta | Submitted By: Webby
If you have ever wanted to make your own fresh pasta, this easy recipe shows how semolina flour, salt and water are kneaded into a simple dough, then rolled and cut into shapes. Durum semolina flour may be found at specialty grocers.

Home Improvement
Get in Shape with an Endless Pool
An Endless Pool is a small swimming pool equipped with a circulating system that allows you to swim in place. These relatively new additions to the swimming pool scene...Read more about Endless Pool
Make the Most of Small Spaces with a Garden Terrace
Terrace gardens come in all shapes, forms, and designs, from urban rooftop gardens to secluded suburban patio hideaways. The one thing all these gardens have in common is...Read more about Garden Terrace
Backyard Swing Sets and Kid Slides
With the enormous amount of children's products available today, deciding what to spend your money on can be difficult. As a parent, you want something that will be...Read more about Kid Slides
Backyard Pool Tips and Advice
Thinking about building a pool? There are lots of options out there, so here are a few things you might consider...Read more for Backyard Pool
Solving Animal Control Problems
Your home is under siege by foreign invaders of the furry kind! When wildlife shows up in your backyard, your first reaction might be warm and fuzzy, but...Read more about Animal Control