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Greenland bid to raise whale quota fails: Faced with global warming, plants are heading for the hills. A study of 171 forest species in Western Europe shows that most of them are shifting their favored locations to higher, cooler spots. ›00:08, 27.06
Scientist: Pakistan knew of N. Korea nuke deal: Architect of Pakistan's nuclear program said Friday that it provided centrifuges to North Korea in a 2000 shipment supervised by the army under President Pervez Musharraf. ›19:12, 4.07
Michelle Obama makes $148 dress a sellout: The breezy black-and-white dress worn by Michelle Obama on The View" has become an overnight sellout across the country. Its surprised but happy designer, Donna Ricco, said that Michelle Obamas choice speaks to what Im doing every day.
Larry Craig, Hall of Famer: Not even a sex-sting arrest and an on-again, off-again guilty plea can keep Idahos senior senator from induction into the pantheon of Gem State greats. ›17:40, 12.10
'Many killed' in Syrian jail riot: Violent clashes between guards and inmates at a Syrian jail have resulted in many deaths, a human rights group says. ›13:43
Wax museum's Hitler is beheaded by protester: A man tore the head off an Adolf Hitler wax figure at Madame Tussauds' new branch in Berlin in what appeared to be a symbolic protest on the museum's opening day Saturday, officials said. ›12:38
Help your kids stop the summer brain drain: TODAY contributor Dr. Ruth Peters offers advice to help prevent learning loss and keep those school skill sharp during your child's school break. ›22:01, 1.07
Remodel your kitchen for the right price: Giving your cooking space a makeover can be time-consuming and costly. Consumer Reports Home & Yard editor Bob Markovich offers advice on the dos and donts of creating a stylish new look while sticking to your budget. ›13:28, 30.06
Iran nuclear position 'unchanged': Iran says its stance on its nuclear programme is "not changed", hinting it is not ready to compromise over an EU offer. ›11:26
Its playtime! The best of big outdoor toys: Is your family active, but not necessarily athletic? You can still spend quality family time outdoors this summer. Here, top picks for fun toys that will appeal to kids and grown-ups alike. ›12:28, 18.06
Study: Orangutans could face extinction in wild: Orangutan numbers have declined sharply on the only two islands where they still live in the wild and they could become the first great ape species to go extinct if urgent action isn't taken, a new study says. ›13:01
The 'Dog Whisperer' Wins Another Convert: A few minutes with Cesar MillanTVs Dog Whispererwas all it took to win back a skeptic. ›18:28, 10.10
Video: Crews struggle to slow huge fires: July 4: Two massive wildfires along the California coastline are keeping weary firefighters busy this Independence Day. NBCs George Lewis reports.(Nightly News) ›23:27, 4.07
One Hungry Girl reaches out to others: Lisa Lillien lost about 30 pounds seven years ago, and the guilt-free recipes she invented for everything from tuna melts to brownies are now helping thousands of others lose weight. ›17:38, 19.06
Slain moms kids plead for help finding killer: The man who stabbed Texas mom Tina Davila to death when she wouldnt relinquish the car containing her infant daughter is still at large, and Davilas grief-ravaged children want him caught. She was the coolest mom," her daughter Patricia said tearfully. ›03:04, 2.07
Debt, credit, layoffs: Your questions answered: If you have questions about your money in today's economy, you're not alone. Here, TODAY personal finance editor Jean Chatzky tackles reader concerns about a few financially sticky situations. ›21:00, 21.02
Toilet-paper wedding dress wipes out competition: The fashionable white frock made by Katrina Chalifoux of Rockford, Ill., wiped out the competition at the Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com contest, winning the top prize of $1,000.
Congo ex-leader appears in court: The former vice-president of DR Congo, Jean-Pierre Bemba, appears in court in The Hague. ›16:49, 04.07
Battle of the BBQs: Kansas City vs. Texas: square off to see who has the tastiest cooking style. Learn to make a succulent sauce and tasty country potato salad. ›15:14, 13.06
5 travel tricks for savvy summer savings: Think summer savings are a thing of the past? Think again. Amy Ziff of Travelocity shares smart, valuable advice to keep your costs under control. ›12:49, 25.06
Southern comfort: Try creamy shrimp and grits: Phil Lempert steals this weeks recipe for shrimp and grits from chef Eric Kelly of Scape, a sophisticated American bistro in St. Louis, Mo. ›15:19, 30.06
BBQ face-off: Tennessee battles Alabama: In TODAYs Barbecue Challenge, two grilling gurus from Tennessee and Alabama have a culinary battle to determine who gets bragging rights for the tastiest barbecue chicken. Check out these recipes and you can be the judge. ›18:56, 25.06
Quest for oil, gas off Fla. begins: Oil companies once viewed drilling in the deep waters off Florida as cost prohibitive. Politicians feared even the slightest sign of support would be career suicide. ›22:51, 4.07
Try these tender and juicy Sonoma lamb loins: Phil Lempert steals this weeks recipe for seared Sonoma lamb loin from chef Erica Holland-Toll of the Lark Creek Inn, a restaurant versed in new and old American fare in Larkspur, Calif. ›17:07, 14.01
