4.2 Magnitude Quake Jolts San Francisco Bay Area

An earthquake jolted San Francisco Bay area residents awake early Friday, breaking glass and rattling nerves, although there were no immediate reports of injuries.

Japan robot takes baby steps

The latest brainchild robot is toddling CB2, whose baby steps walk a new mile for artificial intelligence. CB2, Japan's latest robot, is making baby steps towards giving inner child new meaning, as researchers try to help young cyborgs develop.

'Harry Potter' Mania in London

"Harry Potter" fans in London line up as the witching hour draws near for the release of the final book in the series. For publishers, it spells the end of profitable chapter, as MarketWatch's Sarah Turner reports.

New 'Potter' Book Officially Unveiled in NYC

The clock is ticking. Just hours ahead of the release of 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,' the first book - signed by author J.K. Rowling - was officially unveiled in NYC.

Catherine Zeta-Jones Discovers Her Inner Chef

The AP's Alicia Quarles spoke with Catherine Zeta-Jones about her role as a cook in the upcoming film, "no Reservations."

Travolta, Walken Shine in 'Hairspray'

The AP's Christy Lemire reviews the new film version of 'Hairspray.' While Lemire finds the film, "enormously entertaining," she says that filmmakers should have simply re-released the original John Waters movie that launched the hit musical.

FIFA vows action after U-20 brawl

FIFA president Sepp Blatter said Friday that soccer's governing body will take "adequate actions" to address a melee between the Chilean team and police following a FIFA U-20 World Cup match Thursday night in Toronto.

The beach comes to Paris

Paris Plage, the ephemeral beach set up on the banks of the Seine River, opened for its sixth edition on Friday. Despite blustery conditions, city folk came down to the river and to the Bassin de la Villette, in the North of the capital, to try out rowboats and dig their toes in the sand.

Arrest Made in Tortured Tortoise Case

A man who police believe tortured an endangered tortoise by trying to cut him out of his shell and throwing him against a wall was arrested Thursday.

Feud With Ex On 'Big Brother'

Joe Barber was the latest to be evicted from "Big Brother 8." Julie Chen talks to the former houseguest about his difficulties on the show with former boyfriend Dustin Erikstrup.

AP Top Stories for Friday July 20

Here's the latest news for Friday July 20: Steam blast is warning to other cities; House looks into FEMA trailer dangers; Man killed when truck plows through hotel room; Tennessee man claims to own world's tallest horse

Mother: Drunk When She Microwaved Baby

An Ohio woman accused of killing her daughter by microwaving the newborn in an oven told police she was drunk, but could not recall doing anything that caused the child's burns, according to testimony Thursday.

Driver Slams Through Motel; Kills Sleeping Guest

A man asleep in his motel room was killed Wednesday when a truck smashed into the building, through the room and out the back. The driver, a 58-year-old man, is in custody.

YouTube Solicits Political Videos

WSJ.com's Paul Lin samples some unorthodox videos by and of 2008 presidential candidates that are making waves on the Web.

Body Found in U.S.-Bound Plane From China

Aviation officials say a man found dead in the wheel well of a jet flying in from China on Thursday was likely the latest victim of a desperate and usually fatal method for attempting to stowaway to the United States.

Police: Mom Orders Kids to Steal Puppy

With the help of surveillance video, police in St. Cloud, Florida, have arrested a woman for allegedly using her children to steal a puppy.

Keeping the Grass Greener

WSJ's Ben Casselman reports on how some green lawn-loving Americans are navigating restrictions and outright bans on outdoor water use.

China Says Reporter Faked Cardboard Bun Story

Chinese police detained a television reporter for allegedly faking an investigative report on pork buns made with cardboard.

Car Insurance For Teens

Getting a driver's license is a coming-of-age for many kids. It's their ticket to freedom, no longer having to rely on family and friends to get around. But there's a price to be paid for freedom: high insurance rates.

Virgin America Plans to Outdo Competition

Kelsey Hubbard interviews Fred Reid, CEO of Virgin America, a low-cost airline launching in August, on how the carrier plans to succeed in a competitive market with rising fuel costs.

Don't Be Guilty of Missing 'Damages'

AP Television Writer Frazier Moore reviews 'Damages,' a new legal thriller starring Glenn Close. It premieres Tuesday on FX.

Glen Close on Amazon.com

Jude Law Promotes UN Peace Day in Afghanistan

Jude Law was in Kabul to talk about a follow-up to the documentary 'Peace One Day' in which he appears. The actor traveled to dangerous areas of Afghanistan to make the film, which promotes the U.N.'s global Peace Day.

Timberlake Brings Southern Hospitality to NYC

Justin Timberlake celebrates the opening of his new restaurant, 'Southern Hospitality' in New York City.

Justin Timberlake on Amazon.com

Breaking the rules: Simpsons style

Just like Bart and Homer, 20th Century Fox is looking to break all the rules when it comes to promoting their upcoming Simpsons movie. The Studio has lined up a small but eclectic group of only four marketing partners. Harry Kaplan, Reuters.

Emmy Nominations: Surprises and Snubs

AP Television Writer Frazier Moore analyzes the surprises and snubs of the Emmy nominations. 'The Sopranos' emerged with the most nominations for a series, while the made-for-TV movie 'Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee' led all nominees with 17.

SUVs for Car Fans

WSJ's David Patton looks at some of the new smaller, car-based sport-utility vehicles as sales of larger SUVs continue to slide.

Mom reunited with adopted son via Facebook

For months, Lori Haas had searched the World Wide Web for any sign of the son she'd given up for adoption 20 years ago when she stumbled on a new tool - Facebook.

One of World's Oldest Chimps Dies in Australia

A 60 year old chimpanzee has died at a zoo in Sydney, Australia. She was thought to be among the world's oldest chimps.

Could This Be the World's Tallest Horse?

This English shire horse is so big, her owners are sending a claim to Guinness World Records in hopes of having her declared as the world's biggest horse. The three-year old is still growing, and could reach 84 inches at the shoulder.