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Housing alert: Flippers are back

As housing prices rise, 'flippers' who buy homes below market value, fix them up and sell them at a profit are returning to the real estate scene. Flippers could play a key role in the housing recovery.
Hacker conference tells Feds not to attend

The founder of Def Con, the world's largest hacker conference, has requested that government employees do not attend.
Amid driest conditions on record, New Mexico sweats every spark

In its third straight year of drought, New Mexico is seeing the warmest, driest conditions on record. Seven wildfires are now burning, and dry storms are yielding lightning strikes but little rain. Relief is unlikely, forecasters say.
USA Update Heat wave could bring 120-degree temperatures to US West

Triple-digit temperatures are expected to last into next week across much of the US West, including parts of the Pacific Northwest. Authorities list precautions in the face of a heat wave.
Supermoon photos: Spectacular moon pics wow stargazers

Supermoon photos: Sunday's full moon coincided with our natural satellite's closest distance from the Earth, making it the biggest full moon of the year.
US home prices rise again: why this housing recovery has legs

Consumer confidence is up, and the population and demand for housing are growing. And, after a six-year slump in new home construction, the supply is down, all fueling a steady rise in US home prices.
N.C. motel deaths: Mystery solved?

N.C. motel deaths: Three people died in the same motel room in North Carolina. N.C. police say the deaths were probably caused by carbon monoxide poisoning from a nearby pool heater.
Wayne Newton moving out of Las Vegas home. Why?

Wayne Newton is leaving his home of 45 years, "Casa de Shenandoah." Wayne Newton is downsizing from a 52-acre estate to a $3 million mansion with just 20 acres. The move is part of a bankruptcy reorganization.
Tim McGraw's ACM special includes Faith Hill, Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum, and more

Tim McGraw performed hosting duties for the annual Academy of Country Music special which aired Sunday. Tim McGraw suggested the idea of making the program a summer tour preview rather than a tribute show to the special's producers.
Justin Bieber booed at Billboard Music Awards (+video)

Justin Bieber booed, but Taylor Swift cleans up at Billboard Music Awards. Gotye and Rihanna had the second-most wins with four awards each. Why was Bieber booed?
O.J. Simpson's former lawyer takes the stand, gives damaging testimony

Yale Galanter, former attorney to O.J. Simpson, defended himself on Friday against allegations that he botched Simpson's 2008 kidnapping and robbery trial. Galanter denied he knew of Simpson's plans before the crime was committed.
The Monitor's View A record Powerball jackpot isn't a record to celebrate (+video)

The record Powerball jackpot is only the latest trick by states addicted to gambling revenues to lure nongamblers. Online gambling is also on the horizon, with the first legal website for games of chance now running in Nevada.
American Idol winner: Is it Kree Harrison or Candice Glover? (+video)

American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the final two American Idol contestants gave their last performances to win your vote. Did you pick Candice Glover or Kree Harrison?
Why O.J. Simpson was so eager to take stand in new trial (+video)

O.J. Simpson wants a new trial to reconsider his 2008 conviction on charges of armed robbery and kidnapping, saying he was misled by a bad lawyer. It's a common problem, legal experts say.
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Nicki Minaj, and others will perform at the Billboard Music Awards

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Lil Wayne, Chris Brown, and other artists will perform during the Billboard Music Awards. Taylor Swift, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, and others will perform at the ceremony on May 19 in Las Vegas.
Can your iPhone's digital footprints reveal your physical location?

Users of iPhones may be uniquely vulnerable to a new kind of cyberstalking that can reveal their real-life whereabouts, if they leave GPS and Wi-Fi activated.
O.J. Simpson in court to seek retrial for armed robbery conviction

O.J. Simpson in court: Former NFL star O.J. Simpson returns to a Las Vegas court Monday to seek a retrial in his conviction for armed robbery and kidnapping. Simpson is currently serving a 33-year sentence.
Prince Harry can be 'too much army' at Warrior Games – and not embarass anyone (+video)

Britain's Prince Harry lent his considerable clout to the Warrior Games, a four-year-old international sports competition for wounded veterans. He hopes it could be as big as the Paralympics one day.
Saving Money Happy Mother's Day: five last-minute ideas

Mother's Day is here, but don't fret; there's still time fro the procrastinators among us to find a great gift that says: 'Happy Mother's Day.'
O.J. Simpson in court to fight robbery, kidnapping conviction

O.J. Simpson in court Monday to seek a new trial in his conviction for armed robbery and kidnapping. O.J. Simpson has served four years of a 33-year sentence. The latest court case is seen as a legal 'Hail Mary.'
Decoder Wire Why does Prince Harry make Washington swoon? (+video)

Prince Harry, making a visit to the US, interrupted a congressional hearing without attending it. Even Michelle Obama sounded a tad breathless announcing his appearance at a White House Mother’s Day tea.
Prince Harry begins US visit with Michelle, McCain, and moms

Prince Harry's first day in the US included a visit with McCain to a charity supported by his late mother, Princess Diana, as well as events honoring military moms hosted by Michelle Obama.
Rod Stewart releases his first original album in almost 20 years

Rod Stewart's album 'Time' comes after the artist released eight cover albums. 'Now, he's approaching it with a real joy,' Rod Stewart's manager said of the artist's songwriting process.
The New Economy Case-Shiller: Home prices in 20 cities rise at fastest rate since 2006

Home prices increased by 9.3 percent, their largest annual margin in nearly seven years. But experts warn that a backlog in some markets could keep home prices low for the foreseeable future.
Senator comes out during emotional marriage debate

Senator comes out: During the debate over marriage equality language in the Nevada state constitution, state Senator Kelvin Atkinson stood up and said, 'I'm gay.'