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U.S. officials: Afghan deaths overstated: U.S. officials said a review of an American airstrike in Afghanistan refutes claims by the United Nations and others that as many as 90 civilians were killed. ›21:51
Strife over shots: Should our kids play together?: The heated vaccine debate has parents on both sides of the fence discussing the issues more and sometimes finding themselves in awkward or even acrimonious social situations. ›19:38 25 Aug, Mon
Ex-generals convicted in Argentine slaying: An Argentine court convicted two former generals on Thursday for the murder of a senator during the countrys seven-year military dictatorship and sentenced them to life in prison. ›23:18
Prophylactic mastectomies on the rise: Like Christina Applegate, more women are choosing prophylactic mastectomies when diagnosed with breast cancer. But does the radical procedure increase survival rates? ›21:26
Excerpt: The Story of Edgar Sawtelle: It's football season, and time for dedicated fans to show their team spiritthrough age-old cheers, judicious application of body paint, and pregame celebrations in stadium parking lots. Epicurious' Pableaux Johnson coaches you to pregame victory with these eight classic recipes, 11 must-have tools and tips for getting it all done. ›19:42 27 Aug, Wed
Jury acquits ex-Marine in Iraqis' deaths: A former Marine accused of killing unarmed Iraqi detainees has been acquitted of voluntary manslaughter in a first-of-its-kind federal trial. ›22:50
Heavy load? Best backpacks for kids: There's a "man drought" on the Australian coast and a "man dam" in the country's remote bush. As a result, mate-hunting Australian women in their 30s have their work cut out for them, a new book says. ›16:16 27 Aug, Wed
Top 10 Sports Cars on MSN Autos: The most popular sports cars on MSN Autos, based on visits to the site's vehicle pages. ›07:00 18 Oct, Thu
Want to trace your family roots?: All week long, Matt Lauer, Meredith Vieira, Al Roker and Ann Curry have been sharing the stories of how they traced their family's roots. If you have questions about how to do this for yourself, e-mail TODAY. A genealogist will answer your questions on TODAY on Friday, Aug.29, 2008. ›19:20
Jury acquits ex-Marine in Iraqis' deaths: A former Marine accused of killing unarmed Iraqi detainees has been acquitted of voluntary manslaughter in a first-of-its-kind federal trial. ›22:50
2 Chinese police killed in ethnic clash: Chinese police clashed with members of the Muslim Uighur ethnic minority in the far western region of Xinjiang, authorities and an activist said Thursday. ›20:00
Preview: 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser: Toyota's iconic machine gets more grunt, a smoother ride and sweeter duds. ›07:00 18 Oct, Thu
What a mess! 5 financial cleanup tips: Do you have money problems? Are you struggling to get out of debt? Are you burdened with payments for your house, for college, or for elderly parents? TODAY is here to help. Tell us your story and we might address your concerns on an upcoming TODAY segment! ›21:00 21 Feb, Thu
Singapore salon has $1,000-per-lb. teas: Have you backed yourself into a financial corner? TODAY financial editor Jean Chatzky bails readers out with advice on debts, money markets, long-term care insurance and more. ›22:47 26 Aug, Tue
Julia Roberts designs T-shirt for AIDS fight: The Oscar-winning actress has returned to work with Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani to raise money for the fight against AIDS in Africa, designing a T-shirt to be sold under the "Red" label. ›19:42
1 in 10 Native American deaths alcohol related: Almost 12 percent of the deaths among American Indians and Alaska Natives are alcohol-related more than three times the percentage in the general population, a new federal report says. ›17:44
Play-by-play guide to tailgating: She doesn't want sex because there's no intimacy and he doesn't feel intimacy because there's no sex. What's a couple to do? Dr. Gail Saltz advises a man who longs to get physical with his own wife. ›18:40 27 Aug, Wed
Acupuncture may ease chronic headaches: Acupuncture may bring some added pain relief to people with chronic headaches, a new study suggests. ›17:20 26 Aug, Tue
Jury gets microwave baby case: A mother intentionally put her month-old daughter in a microwave oven and cooked the child to death after a fight with her boyfriend, a prosecutor told jurors Thursday. ›00:07 29 Aug, Fri
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Up to 10,000 defy order to end Thai protest: Thousands of demonstrators batons and bamboo sticks, defied a court order to end their occupation of the prime minister's office compound, vowing to remain until the country's leaders resign. ›10:46
Readers' photos of their wonder pets: ›17:47 27 Aug, Wed
Cat survives being walled in for 7 weeks: Martha Stewart wants to take some stuff off your plate, which is why she's sharing a week's worth of quick and easy dishes for dinner. Learn how to make her herb-crusted salmon, glazed pork chops, black-bean stew with rice, seared steaks with tomato salad and more. ›13:55 27 Aug, Wed
Woman saves babys life by e-mail: It wasnt easy for Madeleine Robb to send an e-mail to another mom telling her that her baby might have a deadly eye cancer but her warning may have saved the life of 1-year-old Rowan Santos. I really had no option, Robb said. ›14:03
