Panel Urges Change To U.S. War Policy
A new proposal would require the president to consult lawmakers before sending troops to war.
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Pop Artist Invokes 'Spirit Of Hope'
Miami artist Romero Britto's bold outlines and bright colors appeal to children, public officials and art collectors. Britto says his work is popular because it makes people happy. But is it serious art?
McCain, Obama Agree On Help
For Homeowners
John McCain and Barack Obama back legislation to help homeowners refinance, but the two differ on changes to bankruptcy laws.
Appreciating 'The Darkness' In Iraq
In an update from Iraq, Capt. Nate Rawlings reflects on a lesson in tranquility.
WEDNESDAY | 'My Cancer' Blogger Leroy Sievers
Sievers talks to friend and newsman Ted Koppel about his struggle with cancer on 'Talk of the Nation' at 3 p.m. ET. Read Sievers' blog.
A Wisconsin man has developed a novel money-saving technique. What is it?
Sloan: Summer Pop Made Simple
In "Believe In Me," Sloan scorns experimentation, upholding its power-pop roots with abandon.
Trailer Graveyards Haunt FEMA, Neighbors
The nearly 100,000 empty FEMA travel trailers cost the government $130 million a year.
Chinese School Offers 'Loving' Home for Kids
Guan Ai — "loving care" in Chinese — is a boarding school in a poor, tiny village in rural China.
Watching Washington
Sen. Helms' Passage
A Hinge Of History
Jesse Helms' death marks the end of a long line of Southern senators for whom race was a central issue.
Kidney Cancer Cells Tricked
Into Killing Themselves
A new drug, tested on mice, targets a specific genetic defect found in cancerous kidney cells.
In India, Cheap Car Will Challenge Two-Wheelers
The introduction of the $2,500 Nano soon could put millions behind the wheel of a car for the first time.
Live Concerts
Fleet Foxes Impress D.C. Audience With Stunning Harmonies
Hear one of the year's breakout bands, recorded live in concert.
- Bansuri Master Deepak Ram Tackles Jazz
- Jaleel Shaw: A Cause For 'Optimism' In Jazz
- Malian Guitarist Vieux Farka Toure On Mountain Stage
- The Watson Twins: Harmonies On Fire
- Close To You: Burt Bacharach In Concert
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Books Tour
'Spies' Blends History and Intrigue
Alan Furst returns with a thriller set in Warsaw on the brink of World War II.
- What Wildlife Lurks In Central Park By Night?
- Taking Amazon's Kindle To The Pool
- Holy Bookworms! Superheroes Take To The Page
- Lowry Spins Mischievous Tale Of 'The Willoughbys'
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DVD Reviews
'Men' Behaving Badly, And Loving It
Martinis, misogyny and more: AMC's drama Mad Men remembers 1960s-era excesses in stunning style.
- 'Toons Learn Physics, The Better To Break Its Rules
- Vermont's Leahy Cameos In 'Dark Knight'
- Review: 'The Wackness' Is Largely Dope
- Review: A Loving Tribute, 'Gonzo' Style
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Kitchen Window
Watermelon Confidential
As watermelon season peaks, try mixing the perfectly sweet fruit with contrasting savory flavors.
My Cancer
That Last Little 'Oomph'
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