AP Top Stories for Friday, August 17th

Here's the latest news for Friday, August 17th: New mine tragedy; Devastation in Peru; Padilla convicted; Shuttle will not need repairs.

Utah Hospitals: Two Miners Dead

A disastrous cave-in Thursday night killed two rescue workers and injured others who were trying to tunnel through rubble to reach six trapped miners.

Padilla convicted in terror trial

Padilla, a U.S. citizen held by the military for 3 1/2 years as an "enemy combatant," was convicted on Thursday in a trial seen as a centerpiece of the Bush administration's efforts to battle terrorism.

Peru president tours earthquake site

Local reports say 70% of Pisco has been destroyed and rescuers must now focus on helping the homeless survivors that have lost everything in the quake.

First Person: Tourists Recount Peru Earthquake

Tourists returning from Peru say they were lucky to escape Wednesday's earthquake without injury.

New Treatments for Hypertension

Dr. Michael McGoon, a pulmonary artery hypertension expert at the Mayo Clinic, talks with WSJ's Ron Winslow about the problem and the options now available for treating it.

Lesson From Space, Students Ask Questions

Educator Astronaut Barbara Morgan and her colleague Alvin Drew spent time speaking with students in Virginia and Idaho. Morgan is the first teacher to train as a full-fledged astronaut.

Computing Culture

Students at MIT's Media Lab demonstrate new inventions and gadgets that carry social applications or have social aims.

Hong Kong's choking pollution

Environmental groups and corporations in Hong Kong are warning an infamous shroud of pollution over the city is worsening. The deadly haze is driving out foreign professionals and many worry the Hong Kong's reputation as Asia's financial hub is at risk.

Paris Unveils Her New Clothing Line

Paris Hilton's new clothing line debuts in Los Angeles at the trendy boutique Kitson. The heiress was greeted by a crowd of screaming fans.

Concert Tribute for the King

After an all night vigil on the grounds of Graceland, Elvis fans took part in a rockin' tribute to the King, Thursday night.

The Hollywood Hot List: Celeb Drama at Its Best

Which celebrity showdown nabs the number one spot on this week's Hollywood Hot list? We're ranking tinsel town's juiciest drama because we know you love it!

'Tak' Brings Viewer to State of Pupununu

AP Television Writer Frazier Moore reviews 'Tak and the Power of Juju,' a new animated series premiering August 30 on Nickelodeon.

'War/Dance'

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Three children living in a displacement camp in northern Uganda compete in their country's national music and dance festival.

'Taxi to the Dark Side'

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An in-depth look at the torture practices of the United States in Afghanistan, Iraq and Guantanamo Bay, focusing on an innocent taxi driver in Afghanistan who was tortured and killed in 2002.

'Angels in the Dust'

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Angels in the Dust is a story of hope and healing in the face of a staggering crisis. AIDS is leaving entire South African villages decimated and thousands of children orphaned, with no adults to raise them. The inspiring story of Marion Cloete, a university-trained therapist who— with her husband and three daughters— fearlessly walked away from a privileged life in a wealthy Johannesburg suburb to build Botshabelo, an extraordinary village and school that provides shelter, food, and education to more than 550 South African children.

Composers Sing Praises of 'Hairspray'

Hear from the men who brought music to the cult-classic 'Hairspray' - creating a musical adaptation that's taken the stage and screen by storm.

Giambi Escapes Punishment From MLB Commissioner

Yankees slugger Jason Giambi avoided disciplinary action from baseball despite an admitted history regarding steroids. MLB Commissioner Bud Selig cited two reasons in making his decision.

Pressure Builds for Vick Plea Deal

Michael Vick and his attorneys are under increasing pressure to join the Atlanta Falcon star co-defendant by striking a deal with federal prosecutors.