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Senate OKs landmark health care bill
 Senate Democrats passed landmark health care legislation early Christmas Eve in a move that could define President Barack Obama's legacy and usher in near-universal medical coverage for the first time in U.S. history.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 22:48:05 GMT
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Pope knocked down at Christmas Eve Mass
 A woman jumped the barriers and knocked down the pope as he walked down the aisle at St. Peter's Basilica to celebrate Christmas Eve Mass. The pope was unhurt.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 22:52:02 GMT
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Storm spreads snow, ice across Midwest
 A major winter storm lumbering across the U.S. promised a white Christmas for some but brought headaches for residents without power and holiday travelers.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 19:40:47 GMT
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Boy, dad reunited in Brazil after 5-year fight
 A New Jersey man and his 9-year-old son head home to the United States after being reunited in Brazil in the culmination of five-year international custody battle.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:00:32 GMT
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Gates proposes $2 billion for unstable countries
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates proposes a major overhaul of the way the Pentagon and State Department do nation-building with the aim of stabilizing strife-ridden countries.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 02:09:27 GMT
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Yemen says 30 militants killed in raids
 For the second time in a week, Yemen's military hit suspected al-Qaida hideouts, killing at least 30 militants in strikes carried out with U.S. intelligence help.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 20:03:25 GMT
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Reports: Iran bans memorials for cleric
Iranian authorities have banned memorial gatherings for a leading dissident cleric, with the exception of those in his birthplace and the holy city of Qom, Web sites reported.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 13:09:09 GMT
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Ex-Dodgers in spat: Park says he’s owed money
Chan Ho Park has sued his former Dodger battery mate Chad Kreuter, accusing him of failing to fully pay off a $460,000 loan.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 22:33:34 GMT
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Trash Talk: Christmas gifts for sports figures
 Trash Talk: So here is a sampling of what I sent to various sports personalities for this holiday.
Mon, 7 Dec 2009 21:11:04 GMT
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Celtics say Pierce's knee situation is ‘serious’
 The Boston Celtics don’t expect Paul Pierce back any time soon. Pierce was in so much pain from a right knee infection that coach Doc Rivers says the All-Star forward called team trainer Ed Lacerte on Wednesday around 3 a.m. Lacerte went to Pierce’s house and took him to the hospital, where they drained fluid from Pierce’s knee.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 19:51:25 GMT
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George Michael of ‘The Sports Machine’ dies
 George Michael, a mainstay on the Washington, D.C., sports television scene for decades who reached a national audience with “The George Michael Sports Machine” highlights show, has died. He was 70 years old.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 19:21:29 GMT
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Lions place rookie QB Stafford on injured reserve
 The season is over for Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, who has been placed on injured reserve ahead of what the team calls minor right knee surgery.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 18:50:23 GMT
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Panthers place Delhomme on IR with broken finger
The Carolina Panthers placed quarterback Jake Delhomme on injured reserve Thursday with a broken finger on his throwing hand, ending his worst season as a pro and raising questions about his future with the franchise.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 19:40:22 GMT
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Colts prefer to keep quiet on debate over playing
Peyton Manning and his teammates won't even lobby Colts coach Jim Caldwell to play the final two regular-season games.
Thu, 24 Dec 2009 19:17:33 GMT
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