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The Humane Society wants old fur coats for the furry

Coats for Cubs program of the Humane Society uses donated fur coats to comfort orphaned or impaired wildlife.

Ex-SEC lawyer convicted in stock manipulation scheme

A federal jury Thursday convicted a former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawyer for participating in 'pump-and-dump' schemes, where demand for a stock is pumped up by false statements before the shares are dumped for a large profit.

US oil industry hit by cyberattacks: Was China involved?

MONITOR EXCLUSIVE: Breaches show how sophisticated industrial espionage is becoming. The big question: Who’s behind them?

Former Rep. William Jefferson sentenced to 13 years in prison

Former Rep. William Jefferson will appeal the case. His attorneys claim the sentence is unduly harsh compared to other political corruption convictions.

Should Obama order Afghan war troop surge? Troops say maybe not.

October was the deadliest month for US troops in the Afghan war. Troops say a surge could stall handing off operations to Afghans, but concerns about security remain.

On Halloween, many sex offenders must post 'No Candy Here' signs

The trend is growing among states and cities. Some sex offenders are also ordered not to wear costumes or answer the door on Halloween.

Northwest Airlines, Amelia Earhart, and 'balloon boy'

The connection is whimsical. But flying is serious business, especially when passengers are aboard. And why did those Northwest pilots wander so far past Minneapolis?

Supreme Court to take up Chicago gun ban

The case challenging a handgun ban in Chicago will decide whether the individual right to bear arms upheld by the Supreme Court in a D.C. case last year applies to all states and cities, too.

How a little jam went global

'Stand by Me' YouTube hit started a cascade of interviews, a CD – and next month, a tour.

The Jay Leno Show and the rise of political humor

Jay Leno's new show debuts tonight and features a Washington-based political correspondent.

World powers tell Iran to answer fast on nuclear talks

Officials from Germany and the five permanent members of the UN Security Council met in Frankfurt Wednesday.

Jefferson's bribery conviction: a mixed legacy

Justice Department prevailed in the infamous 'freezer cash' case, but it lost ground in law enforcement's ability to wiretap or investigate members of Congress.

Detained hikers stir memories of Iran hostage crisis

Tehran could attempt to use the Americans as bargaining chips in its bid to build nuclear weapons.

Missing plane baffles aviation experts

With a good safety record and robust backup systems, the Airbus 330 wouldn't be easily downed by lightning, they say.

Seven job openings you might never expect

Why Singapore is another model for teaching excellence

It's an honored and very selective profession – and teachers are highly paid.

Gates lightens load for war-worn forces

Ending 'stop loss' is just one example of how he has sought to heal an overstressed military.

Islamic academy revises controversial textbooks

US begins to reach out to Iran, but slowly and cautiously

Iran's nuclear program prompts Israel to signal possible action in 2010. More sanctions could become an option.

Buffalo plane crash raises broader issues on icing

A safety alert in December cautioned against flying on autopilot in icy conditions.

US unemployment up – and spreading

January's loss of 598,000 jobs hit factory workers and professional and business-services employees hardest.