4 May 2007: Afternoon
By The Morning News
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U.S.-Iranian relations in bad shape when an "impromptu three-minute discussion" between undersecretaries is headline news.
Jill Carroll doubtful if the recently killed al Qaeda official was her captor.
The true story of how Hollywood, the CIA, and a terrible sci-fi script saved Americans during the Iranian hostage crisis.
The founder of the Jimmy Choo empire sues the recipient of the Mellon family fortune for an amount you wouldn't believe, in clothes you couldn't afford.
Montgomery Blair Sibley, the D.C. Madam's lawyer, has a background story to rival his client's.
Japan commemorates the 60th anniversary of its pacifistic constitution with calls to write a less peaceful one.
Video: China takes Disney knock-offs to a new level.
Al Sharpton walks across Manhattan for decency in hip-hop lyrics.
Online projects this weekend could include: petitioning to change "e-mail" to "email," tracking Michael Jackson's white glove.
Optimus Prime Voice Changer Helmet, Optimus Prime Big Rig Blaster, and Starscream Barrel Roll Blaster. Brace yourself for the summer of Transformer merchandising.
MREs are an OK substitute when you're too lazy to cook, but steer clear of the grilled chicken.
Australia is the first country to use beer as an
electricity source.
Perth, however, is parched.