Home Invasion Suspects Were on Parole

More details are being revealed about the two men suspected of perpetrating a deadly home invasion in suburban Connecticut. Both men were on parole when they allegedly broke into a doctor's home, killing three people.

Fire, Gas Tank Explosion Rocks Dallas

Two people have been hospitalized in serious condition after natural gas tanks exploded, sending flaming shrapnel onto Dallas highways. A half-mile radius downtown has been evacuated.

Campaign '08 Update

'Capitol Bob' Schieffer updates Harry Smith about the latest developments in Fred Thompson's unannounced campaign, and the ongoing battle for the Democrat candidacy between Clinton and Obama.

Can Defibrillators Save Lives?

Medical correspondent Dr. Emily Senay talks to Julie Chen about the debate over implanted heart defibrillators that have been shown to stop sudden deaths in patients with known heart conditions.

Expert On Internet Safety

Harry Smith speaks with Internet privacy and security lawyer Parry Aftab about what parents can do to keep their kids safe while surfing the Web and using networking sites like MySpace.

Britney's 'Meltdown' Interview With OK! Magazine

OK! says its recent photo shoot with Britney Spears went anything but smoothly. Hear how the celebrity magazine says she walked off with or destroyed $21,267 dollar's worth of clothing and accessories.

Iraq through to Asian Cup final

Jul. 25 - Iraq reached their first Asian Cup final, beating South Korea 4-3 on penalties in a pulsating semi-final. Noor Sabri was Iraq's hero when he saved Korea's fourth spot-kick from Yeom Ki-hun. After Ahmed Menajed had made it 4-3 to the West Asians, Korean Kim Jung-woo hit the post to send the Iraqui players into raptures.

Kenyans cash in on Simpsons

A tiny African village is making a fortune from The Simpsons even though few residents have ever seen the satirical cartoon. Soap stone carvers in Tabaka have been given a lucrative contract to make models of characters from the hit tv series. Tabaka is now an official merchandiser.

Lohan Declares Her Innocence in E-mail

Lindsay Lohan says she's innocent. In an e-mail to "Access Hollywood" Lohan wrote, "I am innocent... did not do drugs they're not mine. I was almost hit by my assistant Tarin's mom. I appreciate everyone giving me my privacy."

'The Simpson's Movie' Premieres in Los Angeles

After 18 seasons, the Emmy award-winning TV series, "The Simpsons," is finally gracing the big screen with "The Simpsons Movie." The film made its premiere on Tuesday in California.

Mangos Defeat 18-Wheeler. Yes, You Read That Right

(New York) Part of Brooklyn-Queens Expressway is shut down after a truck carrying mangos breaks open in Elmhurst section of Queens. Traffic is backed up for miles.

Airports on Alert for Terror Attack 'dry Runs'

Airport security officers around the nation have been alerted by federal officials to look out for terrorists practicing to carry explosive components onto aircraft, based on four curious seizures at airports since last September.

Giant badgers terrorize Iraqi town

"It ate a cow." "It's the size of a dog, with a monkey's head." There's a new addition to the dangers facing Iraqis -- a giant badger stalking the streets at night. Locals in the southern port city of Basra have built a myth around the animal, stoking fears with claims that it eats humans. Some even allege that British forces planted the beast there to spread panic. But veterinarians maintain it's just a form of honey badger who doesn't like to be disturbed.

Mugabe threatens nationalisations

The embattled leader is seeking re-election despite accusations that he has plunged the southern African state into its worst economic crisis through a raft of controversial policies.

Chinese, the Kenyan way

Increasing numbers of Chinese people are arriving in Kenya, both as tourists and business investors, so Chinese language classes have become the latest import. Most Africans already speak at least two languages, but for many students in Kenya, learning Mandarin has become the best way to get a job with one of the recently settled Chinese companies. Demand is high and the Chinese government is working to boost teaching staff in order to give more Kenyans access to their language and culture.

Study: 1 Out Of 8 Adult New Yorkers Has Diabetes

(New York) Diabetes is hitting New Yorkers hard, as death rates, complications and hospital costs soar. City health officials say one out of eight adults in New York has been diagnosed with the disease, and another 200,000 have it and don't even know.

Cycle of scandal dogs Tour de France

The development comes as current leader Michael Rasmussen says he accepts the blame for what he called administrative mistakes in missing drug tests earlier in the year.

Team Mourns Death of Coach

Members of the Tulsa Drillers grieved the loss of their former first base coach Mike Coolbaugh, who was killed Sunday night after being hit in the head by a foul ball.

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Fallout From the NBA Referee Scandal

The AP's Brian Mahoney reports the NBA was monitoring former ref Tim Donaghy for quite a while, and discusses how badly the NBA's credibility will be hurt by the scandal.

AP Top Stories for July 25

Here's the latest news for July 25: Brutal home invasion in Connecticut; Man acquitted in New Orleans beating; Lava flows in Hawaii; Credit cards for 9-year-old?

9-Year-Old Sent Credit Cards Worth Thousands

A 9-year-old in Louisiana has been offered thousands of dollars in credit cards. His mother is not happy and looking to see if her son's identity has been stolen.

No Indictment in Katrina Hospital Deaths

A grand jury Tuesday declined to indict Dr. Anna Pou, the surgeon accused of killing four seriously ill patients in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Alleged Drug Kingpin Seized in Restaurant

An accused methamphetamine trafficker is arrested in a suburban Washington restaurant, tied to what U.S. officials call the world's largest seizure of drug cash in Mexico.

Is Feminism Dead in Italy?

A British newspaper article titled, 'Naked Ambition,' has prompted debate in Italy about whether Italian women are more likely to get ahead through intelligence or by having great looks and a beautiful body.

Wildfires and Intense Heat Strike Europe

Southeastern Europe is experiencing its second major heat wave in a month as temperatures reach triple digits. The unusually high temperatures are fueling wildfires and are responsible for at least 31 deaths.

Pursuing Paris's green dream

Electric trams, low-cost bicycle rentals, dedicated bus lanes and, before long, commuter buses. Paris has pulled out all stops in its efforts to offer environmentally friendly ways of getting around town. The left-wing city government has made transport reform one of its top priorities, winning kudos from green-minded residents if also some irritation from car drivers.

Raw Video: Australian PM Takes Tumble

Australia's prime minister fell as he arrived for an interview at a radio station in Perth. John Howard brushed off the stumble, joking he had slipped and fallen in wet weather because he had been praying too hard for rain.

German floods remembered - 10 years on

Germany commemorates the tenth anniversary of the Oder floods, the worst since the Second World War. In July 1997, thousands of people in Germany and elsewhere were forced out of their homes as dykes protecting the low-lying land around the Oder river, which forms the border between Germany and Poland, gave way.

When Health Insurance Says 'No'

There are now almost 50 million Americans without health insurance. But even for those who do have coverage, collecting on it can sometimes be frustrating.

iPhone falls short in early sales

The highly anticipated debut of the Apple iPhone was marred by disappointing preliminary activation figures. Analysts expect to get a clearer picture on the long-term sales trend for the device when Apple releases quarterly results on Wednesday.Conway G. Gittens reports from New York.

Mining Mongolia's future

An economic backwater in Soviet times, Mongolia is on the verge of signing its largest mining deal with a Canadian-led joint venture. The agreement with Ivanhoe Mining carries big promises of boosting Mongolia's gross domestic product by a third over the next 35 years. It's all part of a recent foreign mining boom which many warn is wreaking environmental havoc in the Asian country, with few financial gains so far.

Minimum Wage Boost, First in Ten Years

The federal minimum wage goes up Tuesday for the first time in 10 years, jumping to five dollars and 85 cents an hour. But what does that really mean for the U.S. workforce? AP's Rich Matthews explains.

Gonzales Returns to Capitol Hill

Pennsylvania Senator Arlen Specter told Attorney General Alberto Gonzales Tuesday to consider appointing a special prosecutor to investigate the firings of federal prosecutors.

Breakthrough surgery for tumour victim

A young man in southern China has a huge growth removed from his face. 31-year-old Huang Chuncai suffers from the world's most extreme, recorded case of neurofibroma. As Huang's tumour grew he lost his sight in his left eye.Eventually it became so big it damaged his hearing and made speaking very difficult.

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Twin Pandas Born in China

A Chinese research facility welcomes its second set of panda twins this month.

Lawyer Weighs in on Lohan's Legal Troubles

Legal analyst Stan Goldman says part of the defense strategy for Lohan is for her attorney to deal with the more serious charge involving cocaine.

Kiss Drummer Peter Criss Discusses Solo Album

Kiss drummer Peter Criss discuss his heartfelt solo album on sale Tuesday. Best known to the entire world as The Catman, a founding member and original drummer of the legendary KISS, Peter Criss has returned with his latest musical project, ONE FOR ALL, a collection showcasing his far-ranging talent as a skillful singer-songwriter and his vast range as a gifted vocalist. Intensely personal and autobiographical, ONE FOR ALL, is a song cycle of variously styles, profoundly rich ballads that touch on all aspects of Peter’s life, looking back at his legendary music career while also turning within to reflect on family and friends. It’s the latest chapter in a life story that has given us one of rock’s greatest legacies.

Rialto Pictures Honored for Reviving Old Films

The Museum of Modern Art is paying tribute to classic cinema with a 17 film retrospective, "Rialto Pictures: Reviving Classic Cinema.

Stern Blames 'Rogue, Isolated Criminal'

NBA Commissioner David Stern said Tuesday he felt betrayed by former referee Tim Donaghy, the target of an FBI investigation for allegedly betting on games, including some he officiated, over the last two seasons.

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Falcons Owner Breaks Silence on Vick Situation

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank said Tuesday that facts, and not emotions, are needed in pursuing a course of action following quarterback Michael Vick's indictment on dogfighting charges.

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