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Sarkozy to announce French return to NATO March 11, 2009 at 6:43 am French President Nicolas Sarkozy will Wednesday make one of the largest foreign policy gestures of his tenure when he announces France's return to NATO's high command. Five dead as man opens fire at school in Germany March 11, 2009 at 6:42 am A gunman, dressed in military gear, killed at least five people when he opened fire at a school in southwest Germany on Wednesday morning, police said. Garcia targets major over number one spot March 11, 2009 at 6:20 am Sergio Garcia can usurp Tiger Woods as world number one with victory in the WGC-CA Championship at Doral this week, but the Spaniard would rather win one of golf's four major titles. Photo emerges that might be last taken of Lincoln March 11, 2009 at 5:34 am An expert on Lincoln photography thinks a photograph found in Gen. Ulysses S. Grant's family-owned album showing President Abraham Lincoln in front of the White House could be one of the last photos taken of the 16th president before he was assassinated in 1865. N. Ireland: Vigils planned as police question men March 11, 2009 at 5:13 am Thousands of Northern Ireland residents were expected to take part in vigils Wednesday to show their anger over the murder of two soldiers and a police officer. Robin Givens: My story is Rihanna's story March 11, 2009 at 4:54 am On Tuesday night's "Larry King Live," guest host Joy Behar talked about whether the Rihanna/Chris Brown case sends a dangerous message. Ship spills chemicals in waters off Australia March 11, 2009 at 4:53 am A container ship lost 30 containers of chemicals in heavy seas off eastern Australia on Wednesday morning, maritime officials said. Alabama man's 10 victims include family, strangers March 11, 2009 at 4:37 am An Alabama man went on a shooting spree Tuesday, killing 10 people -- family members and apparent strangers -- before turning the gun on himself, officials said. Group: U.S. gets D for adult mental health care March 11, 2009 at 4:37 am The nation does a poor job in the ways it serves its mentally ill population, earning a D, according to a report card issued Wednesday by an advocacy group. 5 human heads discovered in ice chests in central Mexico March 11, 2009 at 3:32 am Five human heads were found in ice chests on Tuesday under a ficus tree in the central Mexican state of Jalisco, police said. Asian stocks soar after Wall Street rally March 11, 2009 at 3:17 am A bull run on Wall Street put a spark in Asian markets Wednesday, pushing them solidly into positive territory. Signs of the times: Smart ads that watch you watching them March 11, 2009 at 2:48 am Over the years digital signage in public places has become an increasingly common sight in shopping centers around the world. U.S.-Taliban deal could threaten women's rights, advocate says March 11, 2009 at 2:26 am Suraya Pakzad still receives death threats for teaching women how to read and write in Taliban-controlled parts of Afghanistan. War message found inside Lincoln's watch March 11, 2009 at 2:24 am A long-hidden message has been discovered inside Abraham Lincoln's pocket watch, the Smithsonian's Museum of American History announced Tuesday. Excommunicated doctor hailed for abortion on child rape victim March 11, 2009 at 1:57 am A doctor excommunicated by the Catholic Church for performing an abortion on a 9-year-old rape victim received a standing ovation during a national convention on women's health, according to a local media report. Army desertions hurting Mexico's war on drugs March 11, 2009 at 1:54 am In the face of spiraling drug violence that has shaken the country, the Mexican army has taken a lead role in attempting to thwart the narcotraffickers. But its ability to do so has been hurt by a large number of desertions, government officials say. At least 10 dead in two-town Alabama shooting spree March 11, 2009 at 1:05 am At least 10 people were killed Tuesday in a shooting spree that spanned two small southern Alabama towns, state officials confirmed. The gunman, who turned the gun on himself, and the wife and child of a sheriff's deputy were among those killed. China's imports and exports tumble March 11, 2009 at 1:01 am Chinese exports plunged 25.7 percent, to $64.90 billion, in February compared with the previous year, the government reported Wednesday, as the once-white hot economy fell victim to the international economic downturn. North Korea vows to protect itself March 11, 2009 at 12:13 am North Korea vowed Wednesday that it "will take every necessary measure to protect its sovereignty" in the midst of 12-day U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises. Police use Taser to prevent man's economy-related suicide March 10, 2009 at 6:29 pm It didn't matter what officers said to him: The man was going to jump. Juventus succumb to Chelsea cup heroics March 10, 2009 at 6:26 pm Chelsea reached the quarterfinals of the Champions League with a fighting 2-2 draw against 10-man Juventus in Turin for a 3-2 aggregate victory on Tuesday. Girl recovering after removal of 6 organs, tumor March 10, 2009 at 6:17 pm Seven-year-old Heather McNamara was heading home Tuesday, a month after surgery that temporarily removed organs from her digestive tract to allow removal of a tennis ball-size tumor. Lawyer: Madoff to plead guilty, faces 150 years March 10, 2009 at 6:16 pm Accused investment swindler Bernard L. Madoff will plead guilty later this week to 11 counts that could bring a sentence of 150 years in prison, one of his attorneys told CNN. Fort Lewis soldier charged in teen's death March 10, 2009 at 6:06 pm A soldier has been charged by the military with involuntary manslaughter in the death of a 16-year-old girl who was found unconscious last month at an Army barracks at Fort Lewis, Washington, authorities said Tuesday. Gerrard double as Reds destroy Real Madrid March 10, 2009 at 5:43 pm Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres combined to destroy Real Madrid's Champions League ambitions as Liverpool powered into the quarterfinals 5-0 on aggregate at Anfield. 'All I want is Haleigh,' says dad of child missing 30 days March 10, 2009 at 5:22 pm The parents of a missing 5-year-old Florida girl pleaded Tuesday for her return, a month after she disappeared. Turkey indicts 56 with coup plot March 10, 2009 at 5:21 pm Prosecutors have issued an indictment for 56 suspects accused of membership in an alleged ultranationalist plot to overthrow the Turkish government, Turkey's official news agency reported Tuesday. Use trust-o-meter to find dependable people March 10, 2009 at 5:15 pm I'm writing this in the African bush, where I've just watched five lions dismantling a dead buffalo, a hungry leopard stalking impala, and several baboons snitching part of my own breakfast when my back was turned. Senators slam plan for wounded vets to use private insurance March 10, 2009 at 4:58 pm Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki confirmed Tuesday that the Obama administration is considering a controversial plan to make veterans pay for treatment of service-related injuries with private insurance. Pope to skip Holocaust museum on trip to Israel, envoy says March 10, 2009 at 4:51 pm Pope Benedict XVI will not visit Israel's Holocaust museum when he makes his first trip to the region as pope in May, though he will visit a memorial that is part of the site, his ambassador to Israel said Tuesday. No takers for Michael Vick's Georgia mansion March 10, 2009 at 4:51 pm Neither the on-the-field fame nor the off-the-field notoriety of former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick was enough to spark a bidding war for his suburban Atlanta mansion Tuesday. China says U.S. ship violated international law March 10, 2009 at 4:49 pm A U.S. surveillance ship violated Chinese and international laws during patrols more than 100 miles (160 kilometers) off the Chinese coast over the weekend, China's state-run media reported Tuesday. Mini-summit aims to smooth Arab differences March 10, 2009 at 4:34 pm The leaders of Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Syria will meet in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday for a mini-summit designed to improve relations between the countries, according to a Saudi government official who did not want to be identified. Drug charges for 'Gangsta's Paradise' rapper March 10, 2009 at 4:24 pm Grammy-winning rapper Coolio was charged Tuesday with possession of cocaine and a smoking device, and battery against an airport screener who allegedly found the illegal drugs in his luggage, according to the Los Angeles District Attorney's office. U.N. report: Forestry can create 10 million jobs March 10, 2009 at 4:02 pm The United Nations is urging countries to invest in green jobs working with "sustainable forest management" to address the growing problem of unemployment worldwide. Tax-time tips for at-home workers March 10, 2009 at 3:59 pm It is at least 1,000 pages long. It costs $787 billion. And it's as thick as two telephone books. Reid predicts senators will pass overdue spending bill March 10, 2009 at 3:16 pm Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid expressed confidence Tuesday that the Senate would be able to pass an overdue bill that includes hundreds of billions of dollars in spending and thousands of earmarks -- pet projects of lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. Darfur faces meningitis crisis, ousted aid worker says March 10, 2009 at 12:07 pm A meningitis outbreak is threatening the lives of tens of thousands of people in Darfur, according to an aid agency expelled from the country last week. Tents on wheels give homeless people roof and pride March 10, 2009 at 12:02 pm Brenda Gardenhire shows off her new home with pride. It looks like an oversized shopping cart covered with a khaki canvas. But to her, it's "wonderful" -- a stepping stone to get her off the streets and get her life back in order. Five places to get your green on March 10, 2009 at 11:58 am It's about that time of year, when dyed green rivers and Guinness beers flow, the shamrock sunglasses and leprechaun T-shirts come out, and corned beef and cabbage enters the mainstream menu. Church hero didn't know he'd been stabbed March 10, 2009 at 11:56 am Keith Melton is one of two churchgoers who tackled a man charged with killing pastor Fred Winters while he was preaching at the First Baptist Church in Maryville, Illinois, on Sunday. Ferdinand boost for United quintuple bid March 10, 2009 at 11:54 am Manchester United received a major boost in their quest for an unprecedented quintuple as central defender Rio Ferdinand was passed fit to play in their Champions League last 16 return tie against Inter Milan on Wednesday. Punjabi wins Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham March 10, 2009 at 11:50 am Punjabi held off Celestial Halo and 6-4 favorite Binocular in a blanket finish to the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham on Tuesday. How do you fight depression after injury, job loss? March 10, 2009 at 11:40 am I suffered a career-ending injury in the past and now have further health issues related to that incident. How do you keep from going into a deep depression when you lost your job, have undergone 12 surgical procedures and almost three years of rehab since 2002? I have battled depression, lack of self-worth and confidence. Best cure for stomach troubles-- which probiotics work and why March 10, 2009 at 11:39 am Michelle Klawiter was nine days into a course of antibiotics for a sinus infection when the gut pain hit. Bloody diarrhea quickly followed. Report: N. Irish republican group 'claims' police officer March 10, 2009 at 11:38 am A police officer was shot dead in Northern Ireland late Monday, just two days after two British soldiers were killed at a military base in the province, authorities said. Obama makes call for sweeping education reform March 10, 2009 at 11:29 am President Obama began to flesh out the details of one of his signature campaign promises Tuesday, outlining his plan for a major overhaul of the country's education system. Red wine carries same breast cancer risk as white wine March 10, 2009 at 11:24 am Attention red wine drinkers: Drinking moderate amounts of any kind of alcohol (including wine, beer, and liquor) is associated with a slightly increased breast cancer risk -- and the rosy-hued beverage is no exception. Church member: Slain pastor's Bible exploded like 'confetti' March 10, 2009 at 11:24 am One of two men stabbed in an attack in an Illinois church described the melee that followed after a gunman shot the minister Sunday in mid-sermon, killing him. YouTube unplugs music videos in the UK March 10, 2009 at 11:22 am YouTube began pulling music videos from its United Kingdom Web site Monday after talks with Britain's music licensing group collapsed in a dispute over how much the video-sharing site should pay to host the songs.