Appreciating Maddux, Glavine

In time, more names will come out, and some, like Roger Clemens, will have time to prove their innocence.

You can't take Christ out of Christmas

Because of all the politically correct idiots, we are being encouraged to stop saying "Merry Christmas" for the more palatable "Happy Holidays." What the heck are "Seasons Greetings"? Can someone tell me what season we are greeting folks about? A Christmas tree? Oh, no! It's now  …

A Dozen Reasons Why You Should Have Sex Tonight

Sex – it does the body good.

7-year-old hero: Child shot protecting mom hailed a hero

DETROIT - As the gunman was about to open fire, 7-year-old Alexis Goggins lunged from the back seat of the SUV and threw herself across her mom, crying, "Don't hurt my mother!"

Bank Gives Away Money

FARGO, N.D. - A bank is giving its full-time employees $1,000 each and part-time employees $500 each with one condition -- it must be given to people in need.

Petty Family Planning New Camp for Ill Children in the Midwest

Kyle Petty is one of NASCAR's most popular drivers and he also helps run the legendary Petty Enterprises team that is owned by his father, Richard Petty. But it was his role as humanitarian that brought Petty to Kansas City this week.

THE MAGLEV: The Super-powered Magnetic Wind Turbine

Renewable energy produced from the wind has garnered much attention and support in recent years but is often criticized for its low output and lack of reliability. But now a super power wind turbine has come along that may be just what the renewable energy industry needs.

Wood to return with Cubs in 2008

Kerry Wood is staying put. The Cubs agreed Monday to a one-year contract with the free agent pitcher, who had been courted by other teams as a setup pitcher.

McDonough stepping down as president

John McDonough, who has been with the Cubs since October 1983, most recently as team president, is reportedly stepping down to take over the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks.

Wrigley renovations near completion

By noon Saturday, all of the new sod at Wrigley Field will be installed. By Opening Day 2008, the Cubs players won't have to worry about excessive rain delays or uneven turf.

Fighter Plane Found 65 Years After Crash

For 65 years, this Second World War fighter had lain hidden under the surface of a beach where it crash-landed. Just a short distance above it, holidaying families have built sandcastles, strolled and swum, all unaware of its existence.

9 Words That Don't Mean What You Think

The English language is under assault by stupid people who use words they don't understand, and is defended by pompous asses who like to correct those people. We're not sure who to side with.

High-quality YouTube videos coming soon

YouTube co-founder Steve Chen, speaking at the NewTeeVee Live conference today, confirmed that high-quality YouTube video streams are coming soon.

NASCAR's Top 10 Moments From 2007

The 2007 NASCAR Nextel Cup season will not soon be forgotten. When it comes to memorable moments and historic crossroads, the season — which ends on Sunday at Homestead-Miami Speedway — will be remembered for highs, lows and everything in between.

Teenager Arrested for Stealing Virtual Furniture

A Dutch teenager has been arrested for allegedly stealing virtual furniture from "rooms" in Habbo Hotel, a 3D social networking website. The 17-year-old is accused of stealing 4,000 euros (£2,840) worth of virtual furniture, bought with real money.

Mysterious Blue Gas Stalks Gas Station Customers

Bug? Glare? Ghost?

'House' of cards? No, he stacks skyscrapers

Bryan Berg spends much of his life in a house of cards. Literally. Berg, the Guinness World Record-honored "Cardstacker," has devoted his career to building houses of playing cards -- and skyscrapers, domes, cathedrals and stadiums, too.

Rex Grossman is the No. 1 quarterback

The Bears (4-5) will look to climb to .500 for the first time since Week 2 with the former first-round pick at the helm based on the fact that he was with the first team during the beginning of Wednesday's practice and Brian Griese was sidelined, recovering from a bruised left  …

NFL reinstates Ricky Williams

Ricky Williams' suspension ended after more than 18 months Wednesday when he was reinstated by the NFL. Still unclear is whether the Miami Dolphins want him back.

The 25 Most Baffling Toys From Around the World

These are weirdest, most ill-conceived toys from around the globe. If you're about to say that they're "weird" only because of our own xenophobic ignorance of other cultures, well, we have two words for you: Poop toys.

5 Year Old Dressed as Spiderman Saves Baby From Burning Home

A five-year-old boy dressed in a Spider-Man suit became a real superhero in Brazil when he saved a baby girl from her burning home.

Griese vs. Grossman: Pros and cons

Three reasons each to go with Rex Grossman and Brian Griese. And three reasons not to.

Couple who lost three children expecting triplets

In an instant last May, Chris and Lori Coble lost their three young children in a horrific traffic accident not far from the family's California home.

Cubs close to sending Monroe to Minnesota

The Cubs are close to a deal that would send outfielder Craig Monroe to Minnesota for a player to be named later.

A visual tour of Android's UI

A visual tour of Android's UI

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  • Appreciating Maddux, Glavine

    In time, more names will come out, and some, like Roger Clemens, will have time to prove their innocence.

  • Favre Struggles As Packers Fall to Bears

    No tears for Brett Favre this time, just frustration. And Green Bay can forget about the No. 1 seed in the NFC. Brian Urlacher returned an interception for a touchdown for the first time in his career, Adrian Peterson ran for 102 yards, and the Chicago Bears beat the Packers 35-7 on a frigid Sunday afternoon.

  • Torture Chamber Found in Iraq

    Blood-splotches on walls, chains hanging from a ceiling and swords on the killing floor — the artifacts left a disturbing tale of brutalities inside a suspected al-Qaida in Iraq torture chamber. But there was yet another chilling fact outside the dirt-floor dungeon. Villagers say they knew about the torment but were too intimidated by extremists to tell authorities until now.

  • Cisco Changes Management Structure

    A "development council" composed of several executives will replace Cisco Systems Inc. CEO heir-apparent Charles Giancarlo, who has resigned.

  • You can't take Christ out of Christmas

    Because of all the politically correct idiots, we are being encouraged to stop saying "Merry Christmas" for the more palatable "Happy Holidays." What the heck are "Seasons Greetings"? Can someone tell me what season we are greeting folks about? A Christmas tree? Oh, no! It's now  …

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