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- Estimates show health bill would cost $940B
The pricetag for the Democrats' health care bill is better than expected and that could help sway undecided House members to back the plan, said one key Democrat.
- 'Jihad Jane' pleads not guilty
An American woman who authorities say called herself "Jihad Jane" is scheduled to be arraigned Thursday in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, accused of conspiring to support terrorists and kill a person in a foreign country, the U.S. Justice Department said.
- Wal-Mart customer: 'I can't go back in'
Victoria Arter was outraged when she heard the announcement over the Wal-Mart loudspeaker.
- Alleged al Qaeda operative may be dead
A suspected al Qaeda member believed to have played a key role in a deadly December attack on CIA employees in Afghanistan appears to have been killed, a U.S. counterterrorism official told CNN Wednesday.
- Wolves shot to see if they killed woman
Authorities in Alaska are examining two wolves to see if they are the animals that killed a jogger last week, said a wildlife biologist investigating the attack.
- Obama's physical not like yours
President Obama's annual physical in February included blood pressure, cholesterol, and heart rate checks -- tests familiar to any of us who receives a regular check-up.
- 'Paperless' office: Here at last?
In the front offices of the trend-spotting network and online magazine TrendHunter.com, there are 15 workers wrangling 135,000 worldwide contributors -- but you'd be hard-pressed to find one filing cabinet.
- Late-in-life showbiz comebacks
In an industry where youth is embraced and wrinkles are fought with Botox and age-defying caviar creams, longtime actress and comedienne Betty White is an exception to the Hollywood rule.
- Alex Chilton of the 'Box Tops' dies
Rock guitarist and singer Alex Chilton, known for his work with bands the Box Tops and Big Star, died Wednesday.
Health
- Do you want a presidential physical?
President Obama's annual check-up included two op-of-the-line tests that aren't part of your typical physical. Should you get the same treatment? We give you the options and the prices.
- The facts behind hangover remedies
Doctors still don't know exactly what happens to cause a hangover, but contrary to popular belief, drinking more while hung over is not going to make you feel better, the experts say.
- Paralympics offer a vision of 'what's possible'
Jasmin Bambur, injured in 2000, skis competitively. He is participating in the 2010 Paralympic Games. Watching the Paralympics on television or on the Internet helps show newly disabled people that they have the potential to become active again in a variety of recreational activities, experts say.
- Dems: Bill would cost $940 billion
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates that the Democrats' revised health care bill will cost $940 billion over the next 10 years, two House Democratic sources told CNN on Thursday.
- Health care reform explained
The House is expected to vote this week on the health care bill passed by the Senate in December.
- Student suicides put Cornell on edge
A wave of suicides at Cornell University in the past two semesters is a "public health crisis," the school's mental health initiatives director said.
- Key liberal congressman flips to 'yes' on health care
Health care reform advocates inched closer to victory Wednesday morning as a high-profile liberal Democrat switched his position and announced his intention to vote for a sweeping $875 billion plan under consideration in the House of Representatives.
- DNA confirms baby Jenny's identity
The parents of an injured baby girl who was flown to Florida for treatment after Haiti's earthquake have been told what they already know: They are the biological parents of the little girl.
- Healthy recipe: Beef & Guinness stew
Long before the first band marched in South Boston's now-famous -parade, and long before Chicago colored its river green, Irish Catholics quietly honored St. Patrick on March 17.
- Sick ship turning back early
The Celebrity Mercury cruise ship is returning to port a day early and delaying its next sailing to address an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness that sickened 350 passengers. The outbreak is the third consecutive outbreak on the ship in a month.
Entertainment
- Source: Sandra Bullock has left family home
Sandra Bullock and Jesse James are not living under the same roof right now.
- Late-in-life showbiz comebacks
In an industry where youth is embraced and wrinkles are fought with Botox and age-defying caviar creams, longtime actress and comedienne Betty White is an exception to the Hollywood rule.
- Kirstie Alley promotes her newest diet, reality show
Kirstie Alley describes herself as "that fat actress who gained weight and then lost it, and then gained it again."
- Winslet, Mendes 'just grew apart'
So far, there's no finger-pointing or fiery accusations marking the end of the nearly seven-year marriage between Kate Winslet and director Sam Mendes: In fact, a source tells PEOPLE the couple "just grew apart."
- Sandra Bullock pulls out of London premiere
Freshly minted Oscar winner Sandra Bullock has abruptly pulled out of the London premiere of her film "The Blind Side."
- Middle Distance Runner takes success personally
In 1971, 1981 or 1991, Middle Distance Runner, the indie-pop craftsmen from Washington, D.C., might have become the biggest band in America.
- Arrest linked to Corey Haim death
An arrest has been made in connection with the investigation of actor Corey Haim's death, a spokesman for California's attorney general said Wednesday.
- Rocker Alex Chilton dies
Rock guitarist and singer Alex Chilton, known for his work with bands the Box Tops and Big Star, died Wednesday.
- Betty White credits longevity to 'blind luck'
Comedian Betty White -- currently enjoying a career resurgence at age 88 -- said Wednesday that she credits her longevity in the entertainment industry to "sheer blind luck."
- 'New Moon' director gets away from frenzy
Chris Weitz was determined to get the moon right. And when you have a movie about vampires and werewolves whose fans pay attention to every detail, it's important to get the moon right.
Travel
- Passenger recounts hours on tarmac
David Martin knew the situation on Virgin America Flight 404 was unraveling when members of the flight crew began snapping at passengers.
- Ahead of strike, British Airways asks frequent flyers for help
After years of treating them like royalty, British Airways is asking the super-elite travelers who carry its Premier card for a little love in return.
- Travel Snapshots: Ireland
Ireland's friendly, helpful locals get high marks from visitors. Add dazzling scenery, rich history and a few hearty pints of stout, and you have a perfect trip to Ireland, according to iReporters.
- Irishman toasts stateside St. Patrick's Day fest
I hate green. May Patrick and all the blessed saints forgive my blasphemous Irish heart, but to me, green is the color of jealousy, mucus and polyester football shirts. It's not a cool color.
- Fly and cry: Babies divide air travelers
You're stuck in a cramped metal tube with hundreds of strangers for hours, when it invariably happens: A baby starts screaming and the passengers' collective blood pressure seems to rise along with the decibel level.
- British Airways to lease planes during strike
Saying it plans to lease aircraft and provide replacement workers, British Airways on Monday unveiled an ambitious contingency plan in preparation for the first of two strikes by the union members representing the airline's cabin crews.
- 9 taken to hospital after complaining about odor on plane
Nine people were taken to a hospital Tuesday after complaining of a foul odor aboard a US Airways flight in Charlotte, North Carolina, according to the airline.
- List ranks best, deadliest U.S. roads
Before you take a road trip this summer, check out which routes could make your journey a smooth one and which ones have the potential for trouble.
- Illness forces early return for cruise ship
The Celebrity Mercury cruise ship is returning to port a day early and delaying its next sailing to address an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness that sickened 350 passengers. The outbreak is the third consecutive outbreak on the ship in a month.
- Pilots who overflew airport drop appeal
The Northwest Airlines pilots who lost their licenses after overflying their Minneapolis destination last year have dropped their appeal, the Federal Aviation Administration said Monday.
Headlines last updated on Mar 18, 2010 11:38:13am.
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