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California fines 18 hospitals for shoddy care: Eighteen hospitals in California were fined for state health code violations in which patients died from various mishaps such as an improperly inserted tube and a ventilator that wasn't turned on. ›15:22 19 Aug, Tue
Hiccup girl suing Hic-Cup Ltd.: Can you really see this landmark from the moon? Is the structure one whole continuous wall? Get the facts here. ›20:08 4 Aug, Mon
Ruff competition? Labrador 'runs' for mayor: The bride wore a white veil, a red garter and black neoprene. The groom, too, was in diving gear, set off by a red bow tie. It was the perfect ceremony for an Oregon couple... 20 feet underwater ›14:14 29 Jul, Tue
What's your secret for the perfect grilled cheese?: From the latest in politically themed fashion to miracle fruit that'll temporarily rewire your taste buds, TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas shares a mixed bag of the latest buzzworthy items from the fashion world. ›16:57 24 Jul, Thu
Elizabeth Taylor home after hospital stay: Elizabeth Taylor has returned home from a multi-week stay in a Los Angeles hospital. The reason for the 76-year-old's hospitalization has not been disclosed. ›02:02
Bono cranks new U2 tunes, fan steals them: Rock stars may have to rein in their taste for loud music after a fan overheard U2 frontman Bono listening to tracks from the groups forthcoming album and recorded them before posting the songs on the Internet. ›16:32 19 Aug, Tue
Don't wear ermine, cat-lover pope urged: On an island that has come under fire for throwing dogs from bridges, the animal rights debate has now turned to hundreds of feral cats that prowl Puerto Rico. Some say the cats are a tourist draw, but many, including the Puerto Rican government, say the felines have become an unsightly nuisance and a health hazard. ›03:23 13 Aug, Wed
Left at altar, she gets $150K in court: Lucky magazine shares how to add some spice and flavor to your denim staples and old 80s favorites. ›15:59 24 Jul, Thu
Authorities probe Rockefellers identity: Once you decide to commit to a do-it-yourself garden, turning to chemicals to help your plants flourish is not only counterproductive but also potentially harmful to your family and the planet. Take simple steps to create a garden thats as green as your thumb. ›22:44 5 Aug, Tue
Miracle fruit among fashions best: From renting handbags to finding the right dress size, TODAY style contributor Stacy London explains how to shop the Web with serious style savvy. ›19:20 23 Jul, Wed
Orbitz adds vacation rentals to online offerings: Travelers booking their vacations on Orbitz.com now have the option to rent a private home or condominium for their trips rather than a hotel room, online travel agency Orbitz Worldwide Inc. said Tuesday. ›18:31 19 Aug, Tue
The six worst foods for your beach bod: With the economy slowing, consumers and banks alike are doing what they can to stay afloat. SmartMoney reveals the top things that your bank may not be telling you about fees, interest rates, online banking and more. ›14:37 21 Jul, Mon
Study: Amazon oil on destructive path: Oil exploration in the Amazon rain forest represents the latest, perhaps greatest, threat to preserving what remains of the world's largest remaining tropical wilderness, scientists said Wednesday. ›20:53 14 Aug, Thu
Electric bikes sell briskly as gas prices climb: The surging cost of gasoline and a desire for a greener commute are turning more people to electric bikes as an unconventional form of transportation. ›15:57 15 Aug, Fri
Tidy up! Outdoor cleaning made easy: People.com has released the first photos of the latest offspring of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. The magazine is publishing exclusive photos of three-week-old twins Knox Leon and Vivienne Marcheline in its Aug. 4 issue. ›15:51 4 Aug, Mon
Americans visiting Britain down sharply: The number of American tourists visiting Britain dropped by 120,000 in a year, British government figures showed, amid a general slowdown in the U.S. economy and a weaker dollar. ›18:51 19 Aug, Tue
Excerpt: Why we drive the way we do: If you think romance is going to find you, you might be waiting a long time. Dr. Laura Berman gives advice on how to take control of your love life by perfecting your approach. (Hint: Ditch the pickup lines!) ›13:45 28 Jul, Mon
Mexican peppers posed risk before outbreak: Federal inspectors at U.S. border crossings repeatedly turned back filthy, disease-ridden shipments of peppers from Mexico in the months before a salmonella outbreak that sickened 1,400 people was finally traced to Mexican chilies. ›23:58 18 Aug, Mon
The best gear for a date with nature: In the latest expansion of her culinary empire, the celebrity chef has started Rachael Ray Nutrish, a charity-driven line of dog foods based on recipes she created for her pit bull, Isaboo. ›16:42 28 Jul, Mon
Is this legal? 6 housing questions answered: From gymnast Mary Lou Retton to boxer Muhammad Ali, catch 25 legendary athletes in action. ›18:03 7 Aug, Thu
Mom frets as daughter wins Miss Universe: Dayana Mendoza of Venezuela was named the winner at this year's pageant held in Nha Trang, Vietnam, while for the second year in a row, Miss USA fell down during the evening gown competition. ›17:07 14 Jan, Mon
Ambush! Chic look for surgery patient: The former baby sitter of a 7-year-old girl who was allegedly abducted by her father believes little Reigh Storrow Mills Boss is in safe hands. Emily Miller called the man known as Clark Rockefeller a nice and gentle man ... I don't think he would ever harm her physically. ›21:40 31 Jul, Thu
The miracle weight loss that isnt: New evidence of the health benefits of gastric-bypass surgery has doctors eager to recommend it. But some people say the risks are being greatly underplayed. ›13:33 18 Aug, Mon
Tidbits: Beard dating Phelps? Ew, no!: Millions of fans may be admiring Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps from afar, but Playboy pinup and fellow Olympic swimmer Amanda Beard isn't one of them. ›02:10
