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• Rupert Murdoch, wife reach divorce deal
• Xbox One review — from worst video game player
• With social media scrutiny, could past presidents get elected today?
• Illinois governor signs same-sex marriage into law
• Obama pays tribute to John F. Kennedy legacy
• Vonn partially tears repaired right knee ligament
• Kerry: US and Karzai agree on language for pact
• Limited patient choice next health overhaul issue
• Turmoil at climate talks as blame game heats up
• San Diego: Latinos help carry Alvarez to runoff
• Rodriguez walks out of own grievance hearing
• Eating nuts is tied to lower risk of death
• Afghan election season off to a messy start
• Israel, Gulf in 'strange alliance' against Iran
• NYC sets deadline for stores in profiling probe
• Fla's Rep Radel pleads guilty to cocaine charge
• It's OK to get a little nutty, new study finds
• Live: Obama's remarks at Medal of Freedom dinner
• North Korea may be pushing meth into U.S.
• U.S. to screen obese pilots for sleep apnea
• Iowa parents defend bullying of autistic teen
• U.S., Afghanistan reach deal on final text of security pact
• Congress honors American Indian code talkers
• Sources: Deal eases Iran sanctions by $6B-$10B
• Obama honors American icons with Medals of Freedom
• 85-year-old U.S. veteran may have been detained by N. Korea
• Central Africa president sends food to wanted war crimes suspect Kony
• Rubio calls for 'a new vision' abroad
• Amtrak investigates NYC-bound train that got lost in Philly suburb
• Obama honors Clinton, Oprah with medal
• Florida lawmaker Radel admits cocaine possession
• Democrats plan to use Christie's comments against House Republicans
• JPMorgan $13B deal may not end bank's legal woes
• U.S. may have let 'dozens' of terrorists into country as refugees
• JFK assassination witness recounts missed shot
• Macy's Thanksgiving parade awash in float flaps
• Albuquerque voters reject late-term abortion ban
• George W. Bush shows off paintings with Jay Leno
• Fla. congressman facing cocaine possession charge

Rupert Murdoch, wife reach divorce deal Posted: 20 Nov 2013 04:14 PM PST After 14 years, she keeps their Beijing house, Fifth Ave. apartment. He gets Bel Air estate.

Xbox One review — from worst video game player Posted: 20 Nov 2013 12:26 PM PST Is the Xbox One any good for someone who doesn't care about video games?

With social media scrutiny, could past presidents get elected today? Posted: 20 Nov 2013 01:09 PM PST Chris Christie may not fit the mold of what a modern president looks like, but could the presidents of years past get elected in today's world of 24-hour news channels, social media and paparazzi? Let's take a look.

Illinois governor signs same-sex marriage into law Posted: 20 Nov 2013 03:56 PM PST CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation Wednesday allowing same-sex weddings starting this summer, making President Barack Obama's home state the 16th overall — and largest in the nation's heartland — to legalize gay marriage.

Obama pays tribute to John F. Kennedy legacy Posted: 20 Nov 2013 04:52 PM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama says John F. Kennedy stays in America's imagination not because he was assassinated but because he embodied the character of the people he led.

Vonn partially tears repaired right knee ligament Posted: 20 Nov 2013 04:24 PM PST Lindsey Vonn partially tore one of the reconstructed ligaments in her surgically repaired right knee in a training crash that at the very least puts her preparation for the Sochi Olympics on hold.

Kerry: US and Karzai agree on language for pact Posted: 20 Nov 2013 03:40 PM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — Secretary of State John Kerry said Wednesday that the U.S. and Afghanistan have agreed on the language of a bilateral security pact that could clear the way for thousands of U.S. troops to train and assist Afghan forces after the NATO combat mission ends in 2014.

Limited patient choice next health overhaul issue Posted: 20 Nov 2013 11:58 AM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — After they get the website fixed, then what? Keeping your doctors and hospitals may be the next vexing challenge for Americans in the new health plans created by President Barack Obama's law.

Turmoil at climate talks as blame game heats up Posted: 20 Nov 2013 11:45 AM PST WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Rich and poor nations are struggling with a yawning rift at the U.N. climate talks as developing countries look for new ways to make developed countries accept responsibility for global warming — and pay for it.

San Diego: Latinos help carry Alvarez to runoff Posted: 20 Nov 2013 04:01 PM PST SAN DIEGO (AP) — The city's burgeoning Latino population helped propel a native son and child of Mexican immigrants into a mayoral runoff against a fellow city councilman to replace the disgraced Bob Filner, who resigned amid sexual harassment allegations.

Rodriguez walks out of own grievance hearing Posted: 20 Nov 2013 01:44 PM PST NEW YORK (AP) — Alex Rodriguez walked out of his grievance hearing Wednesday after arbitrator Fredric Horowitz refused to order baseball Commissioner Bud Selig to testify.

Eating nuts is tied to lower risk of death Posted: 20 Nov 2013 02:44 PM PST DALLAS (AP) — Help yourself to some nuts this holiday season: Regular nut eaters were less likely to die of cancer or heart disease — in fact, were less likely to die of any cause — during a 30-year Harvard study.

Afghan election season off to a messy start Posted: 20 Nov 2013 03:17 PM PST KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — With Afghanistan's next presidential election just five months away, authorities say they are facing a possible repeat of the abuses that have discredited the country's efforts to build a democracy.

Israel, Gulf in 'strange alliance' against Iran Posted: 20 Nov 2013 01:11 PM PST DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — When U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry made another stop in the Middle East this month, he received an expected earful over Washington's outreach to Iran: Don't trust Tehran, tighten sanctions even more, anything short of complete nuclear concessions is a grave mistake.

NYC sets deadline for stores in profiling probe Posted: 20 Nov 2013 04:41 PM PST NEW YORK (AP) — Probing allegations of racial profiling, New York City is giving 17 major retail stores until Friday to submit information on how they've dealt with shoppers suspected of stealing.

Fla's Rep Radel pleads guilty to cocaine charge Posted: 20 Nov 2013 02:44 PM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — Florida Republican Rep. Henry "Trey" Radel pleaded guilty Wednesday to a misdemeanor charge of cocaine possession and was sentenced to a year's probation.

It's OK to get a little nutty, new study finds Posted: 20 Nov 2013 02:14 PM PST People who eat a diet rich in nuts are less likely to die from heart disease or cancer.

Live: Obama's remarks at Medal of Freedom dinner Posted: 20 Nov 2013 12:22 PM PST President Obama today awarded the National Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, to 16 Americans.

North Korea may be pushing meth into U.S. Posted: 20 Nov 2013 02:49 PM PST Five Foreign Nationals Arrested in Thailand Charged With Playing Role in Asia-Based Syndicate

U.S. to screen obese pilots for sleep apnea Posted: 20 Nov 2013 11:46 AM PST Pilots and controllers with a BMI over 40 will need to be evaluated by a sleep specialist.

Iowa parents defend bullying of autistic teen Posted: 20 Nov 2013 12:32 PM PST A 13-year-old autistic boy has been punched, teased and had his condition mocked in online videos by his peers. But the parents of the accused children say they were justified in bullying the Iowa teen.

U.S., Afghanistan reach deal on final text of security pact Posted: 20 Nov 2013 12:36 PM PST The United States and Afghan governments have reached an agreement on the final text of a security pact that will determine the presence of U.S. troops in Afghanistan after 2014, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said on Wednesday. The draft agreement goes to a grand council of Afghan elders, known as a Loya Jirga, for approval on Thursday. "We have reached an agreement as to the final language of the bilateral security agreement that will be placed before the Loya Jirga tomorrow," Kerry told reporters.

Congress honors American Indian code talkers Posted: 20 Nov 2013 01:23 PM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — For decades, the wartime service of 96-year-old Edmond Harjo and other American Indian "code talkers" was something that wasn't even officially acknowledged, let alone publically recognized.

Sources: Deal eases Iran sanctions by $6B-$10B Posted: 20 Nov 2013 10:50 AM PST Congressional officials say the Obama administration estimates Iran could get $6 billion to $10 billion in sanctions relief if it rolls back its nuclear program. The estimate is significantly lower than ...

Obama honors American icons with Medals of Freedom Posted: 20 Nov 2013 10:08 AM PST President Barack Obama honored 16 prominent Americans Wednesday with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest award the U.S. gives a civilian. The ceremony at the White House opened a day of tributes to former President John F. Kennedy, who established the modern version of the medal but was assassinated 50 years ago this week as the first award ceremony neared.

85-year-old U.S. veteran may have been detained by N. Korea Posted: 20 Nov 2013 09:44 AM PST Two American citizens have been arrested under dubious circumstances while travelling with legitimate visas in North Korea within the last calendar year. The latest, a veteran from Palo Alto, California, was allegedly detained last month.  The San Jose Mercury News has identified Merrill Newman, an 85-year-old Korean War veteran, former high school teacher, and former chair of Palo Alto's American Red Cross chapter, as the second American citizen arrested in North Korea this year. North Korea News corroborated the story with an unnamed diplomat in Kyodo, who said the elderly American entered North Korea for sightseeing in October.

Central Africa president sends food to wanted war crimes suspect Kony Posted: 20 Nov 2013 11:39 AM PST Notorious warlord Joseph Kony tried to negotiate food and a safe haven with the president of Central African Republic even as an African force hunted him, a UN envoy told AFP on Wednesday. Amid indications that the Lord's Resistance Army leader is seriously ill, UN special envoy Abou Moussa and an African Union counterpart called for heightened pressure on Kony. Moussa said in an interview that Central African Republic president Michel Djotodia had told him this month he sent food to Kony. "He added that Kony had called him, that Kony has asked for these items." Kony was also reported to have asked for the creation of a safe zone for him and his fighters in Central African Republic.

Rubio calls for 'a new vision' abroad Posted: 20 Nov 2013 09:44 AM PST The Florida Republican calls for aggressive role for U.S. abroad.

Amtrak investigates NYC-bound train that got lost in Philly suburb Posted: 20 Nov 2013 07:24 AM PST An Amtrak train en route to New York City from Harrisburg, Pa., made a wrong turn last week and got lost in the Philadelphia suburbs, officials say.

Obama honors Clinton, Oprah with medal Posted: 20 Nov 2013 10:48 AM PST The former president and talk show host are among many American icons recognized.

Florida lawmaker Radel admits cocaine possession Posted: 20 Nov 2013 07:26 AM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — Florida Republican Rep. Henry "Trey" Radel pleaded guilty Wednesday to a misdemeanor charge of cocaine possession and was sentenced to a year's probation.

Democrats plan to use Christie's comments against House Republicans Posted: 20 Nov 2013 02:38 AM PST Democrats intend to highlight discord within the GOP.

JPMorgan $13B deal may not end bank's legal woes Posted: 20 Nov 2013 05:19 AM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — The $13 billion settlement that JPMorgan Chase agreed to Tuesday is the largest ever between the Justice Department and a corporation. Yet it isn't likely the end of the bank's legal troubles over the risky mortgage securities it sold before the financial crisis.

U.S. may have let 'dozens' of terrorists into country as refugees Posted:

JFK assassination witness recounts missed shot Posted: 19 Nov 2013 05:59 PM PST James Tague not only witnessed President John F. Kennedy's assassination on Nov. 22, 1963, he also found himself in the line of fire. Tague, then 27, is believed to be the only bystander who was wounded that day in Dallas.

Macy's Thanksgiving parade awash in float flaps Posted: 20 Nov 2013 03:11 AM PST NEW YORK (AP) — Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is awash in animal-related protests over its floats, with controversies involving the unlikely pairing of rocker Joan Jett and Shamu the killer whale.

Albuquerque voters reject late-term abortion ban Posted: 20 Nov 2013 12:38 AM PST ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — In a closely watched, first-of-its kind municipal election, voters in New Mexico's largest city have soundly defeated a ban on late-term abortions.

George W. Bush shows off paintings with Jay Leno Posted: 20 Nov 2013 02:35 AM PST The former president poked fun of his post-White House years on the "The Tonight Show."

Fla. congressman facing cocaine possession charge Posted: 20 Nov 2013 12:26 AM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — Florida Rep. Henry "Trey" Radel is apologizing to his constituents after being busted on a cocaine possession charge, acknowledging he also struggles with alcoholism and intends to seek treatment and counseling.

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