December 21
Timeline: History of the New York Stock Exchange Stars tweet about the Mayan apocalypse Hollywood's MPAA chief addresses Newtown shooting Menendez: Efforts to reduce Sandy aid 'miserly' Maya end of world brings in tourists Nancy Lanza among Newtown victims laid to rest Bernard Madoff's brother gets 10-year sentence Family prays for all at Newtown teacher's funeral 'Goosinator' solves problems with geese droppings What to watch: Will Santa be nice to investors? New on DVD: 'Pitch Perfect,' 'Total Recall' Investing: Technology overtaking NYSE Holiday travelers should go early, carry a back-up plan 21-12 to be a special day for Rush fans Josh Howard cut by Timberwolves after tearing ACL Talking Tech | Peek Cirque du Soleil gets carried 'Worlds Away' on-screen 'Worlds Away': Hitting new heights on Cirque stilts Start-up travel site offers a Peek at hidden gems Ask Matt: As cliff looms, should we sell stocks? Editorial: Gun control future could lie in the past Samantha Barks is odd one out in 'Les Mis' love triangle Placido Polanco agrees to $2.75M deal with Marlins Seyfried, Redmayne complete 'Les Mis' love triangle Drive On: Motown's own Berry Gordy hypes Chrysler 300 Second look: 'Fiscal cliff' frustration, tax pledges Marine pleads guilty to urinating on dead Taliban Utah State promotes Matt Wells to head coach Ex-Olympian says escort work related to depression Your Say: Robert Bork remembered Saints keep fingers crossed for wild playoffs scenario Mourning continues for shooting victims Brrr! Blizzard can't stop some from enjoying the snow Instagram backtracks on privacy policy update Raw: Madoff brother exits court after sentencing Your Say: Benghazi report shows failures, no coverup Plot to 'murder' Ariz. students stopped by detectives Alabama linebacker Mosley to return for senior season Poll ranks top 10 news stories of 2012 #tellusatoday: Violent video games play role? N.J. city reaches cleanup agreement with smelter company Your Say: NRA actions divide nation Judge: La. woman can flip the bird in Christmas lights Ex-Giant says team looks 'mentally drained' Students save bus driver who had stroke while driving Kevin Durant uses whole backboard for wild and-1 (VIDEO) U.N. imposes sanctions on 2 Iranian companies Peterson's run to record draws peers' admiration Editorial cartoons on gun-control debate USOC keeps hosting idea alive ABC's Jake Tapper moves to CNN as Washington chief U.N. OKs military action to oust al-Qaeda in Mali 'X Factor' crowns Season 2 winner Suspect in I-96 corridor shootings in Mich. charged with terrorism Suspect in Mich. shootings charged with terrorism Mendenhall trying to win back Steelers Did the Mayans predict the NHL lockout? It's official, Gary Andersen is new Wisconsin coach Can 2012 rookie NFL QB class measure up to 1983 greats? Hip Las Vegas: Sin City finds new ways to sizzle Jackson, filmmakers embark on another Tolkien trilogy Clean cut: Giants' Tim Lincecum cuts long hair J.J. Barea, Timberwolves snap Thunder's 12-game streak Seahawks CB Richard Sherman sits out practice Morales-Vargas swap knocks over fantasy dominoes Highlight Census Report: USA Population growth remains slow Run-of-the-mill 'Jack Reacher' is not hard to grasp Plumlee dominates as No. 1 Duke rolls past Elon Marley says legalizing marijuana is 'inevitable' NHL lockout has chilling effect on business On heels of holiday release, Chicago revels in success Twitter offers users scrapbook of past tweets 'Stagnated' Pistons frustrated not to see wins increase Biden: 'We have to take action' on gun control Interview: Kaitlin O'Riley, 'To Tempt an Irish Rogue' New from Ellora's Cave: We're talking hot, hot, hot No. 8 Maryland tops Delaware in Delle Donne's comeback Defense helps BYU top San Diego State in Poinsettia Bowl Hardaway Jr. leads No. 2 Michigan past Eastern Michigan LeBron James' 20-point streak helps Heat top Mavericks CS-Northridge gets monumental win, tops No. 16 UCLA Nuggets go 0-for-22 on threes in loss to Trail Blazers Massive snowstorm blamed for deaths in 5 states Lou Holtz rewarded for blind optimism in Notre Dame Duquesne dumps No. 20 West Virginia Mayan ceremony marks end of calendar cycle SEC's Mike Slive talks expansion, future of NCAA Orioles play Santa and give prospect 2nd chance Kelly says Oregon 'cooperated fully' with NCAA probe Ball State faces UCF in Friday's Beef O'Brady's Bowl 'Santa' gives presents to Sandy victims 'X Factor' winner is headed to Nashville Escaped Chicago inmate appears in court Malala asks Pakistan not to rename college for her N. Korea says it has detained a U.S. citizen Steve Nash practices with Lakers Syrian rebels step up attacks on strategic sites House GOP puts off vote on 'Plan B' Ben Affleck Testifies Before Congress Raw: Officials checking dock ashore in Wash. Obama to gun control petitioners: 'We hear you' End-of-the-world party foods Obama responds to gun violence outcry Pope attacks gay marriage, posts faith, family tweets Few memorials to forgotten victim: Gunman's mother Strategies: Clear your desk to get fresh start on 2013 Obama has day of mourning Obama responds to gun violence outcry Sale seals future of historic Frank Lloyd Wright home Gun control debate heating up in statehouses Midwest Roads Still Messy After Storm Coziest hotel fireplaces across the USA Komando: Which iPad should you buy? Coziest hotel fireplaces across the USA Best tricks for speeding up your Wi-Fi router Drive On: Survey predicts tougher winter for drivers Stocks droop over 'fiscal cliff' remarks Click, print, shoot: Downloadable guns possible NHL fans upset by latest round of canceled games 4-big-questions-to-ask-yourself-when-deciding-where-to-apply Consumer spending, durable orders rise in Nov. Marine who stood guard at Calif. school apologizes Waiting for doomsday Nokia, RIM reach patent deal Obama issues dominate Top 10 news stories Watch Rob Gronkowski spike an orange Gatorade for some reason (VIDEO) Calls for gun limits increase NHL fans upset by latest round of cancellations Review: Part 1 of 'Surrender to Temptation' United to make San Francisco its Boeing 747 hub Steve Jobs' yacht tied up in payment spat Health roundup: Surgeons mess up badly 500 times a year Viking to offer river cruises in Burma What will Tiger do in 2013? Win Assault weapons sales soaring in North Carolina, nation Russian parliament passes anti-U.S. adoption measure Place your bet: Pinnacle to buy Ameristar Casinos Jackman, Crowe premiere 'Les Mis' in Australia Websites go silent to honor Newtown Unemployment rates fall in 45 states in Nov. TECH NOW: DIY holiday cards from your phone Obama calls on Congress to pass tax bill TECH NOW: Send a holiday card from your smartphone Best housing markets for 2013 Wisconsin court upholds domestic partner registry Strangest team names and mascots in sports Obama taps Kerry for secretary of State Iraq denies it wants Diego Maradona as coach NRA weighs in following Newtown Superstorm Santa How LeBron went from villian to hero in one night Egyptian Islamists, opponents clash ahead of vote Johnny Football's courtside seat sparks wild speculation Reviewed.com roundup: Nikon camera, Galaxy Tab and more Nick Saban would be crazy to leave Alabama Katherine Heigl talks adopting daughter Adelaide Interactive: Newtown memorials Is Steph Curry the most exciting player in the NBA? Report: HTC plans to enter tablet market Entertainment Now: A crop of nominated films hit theaters Nadal wary about return from knee injury Nothing sticks to Ben Roethlisberger Israel's lost tribe in India NATO: Syria using Scud-type rockets again Screaming protester interrupts NRA press conference Death rates from guns, traffic accidents converging Obama to nominate Kerry as Sec. Of State Snow, howling winter winds slam East Coast Screaming protester interrupts NRA press conference 55 people drowned or missing off Somali coast Bryan Alexander walks on stilts NRA cites video game violence as a cause for shootings PSY's 'Gangnam Style' hits 1 billion views Snowstorm paralyzes Midwest and beyond NRA cites video game violence as a cause for shootings Jessica Alba dubs Mindy Kaling's Xmas card 'best ever' Fla. gun instructor says he'll train any teacher USA NOW: Obama and NRA weigh in on guns Raw: Anti-gun protests interrupt NRA event Boston Student Wins Miss Universe House GOP puts off vote on 'Plan B' Midwest roads still messy after storm Cop Waves, Wiggles, Whirls Through Traffic Mayan Ceremony Marks End of Calendar Cycle Noah Pozner's Mother Remembers Her 'Little Man' Marley says legalizing marijuana is 'inevitable' Obama: Inouye inspired me to public service Ky. court upholds decision in penis removal case Raw: Clowns Make Pilgrimage to Mexican Basilica Column: Daughters' school shooting changed my life The one song you won't find on Michael Buble's iPod Screaming protester interrupts NRA press conference Tech toys for kids College Sophomore Wins Miss Universe Crown Name that airport ... (Brasilia) 'Idol' fans to get early look at new judges ShowBiz Minute: Rivera, Danes, Miss Universe Romanz Look to Conquer Europe Top 5: The best upcoming college hoops games Five rules of high school basketball trash-talking NRA says all schools should have armed security guards Kenya Red Cross: 39 people killed in clashes Amir Johnson gets Raptors logo shaved into his head (PHOTO) Watch: Three buzzer-beaters in one high school game Back9Network: No apocalypse a good reason to celebrate Ohio State: A school with too many bad checks Chat transcript: MPG folly, defrost despair, Avalon love Rallies across Yemen support military shake-up Head of Moose lodges retires amid sex abuse suit Murder charges for Ind. homeowner, 2 others in blast Book Buzz: End-of-the-world reads, crowd-sourced romances 4 dead, including gunman, along rural Pa. road FDA: Genetically engineered fish would not harm nature Katie Holmes talks forgetting lines on Broadway 'The Walking Dead' gets renewed; showrunner to step down Timeline: The NRA's history, politics NRA calls for armed police officer in schools New show 'ILuminates' off-Broadway sandy-hook-tragedy-5-continuing-coverage-ideas-for-student-media Hostess expects to split up sale of snack cakes World does not end, Mayan enthusiasts enjoy the day 'Spin' magazine ceases print publication Kerry's path goes from Vietnam to State Department Notre Dame's Everett Golson is one 'smooth individual' Gun-control advocates blast NRA statement Bills agree to stadium deal, securing Buffalo future The political career of John Kerry Editorial: Time for House Republicans to get serious First lady to Newtown: 'My heart aches for you' Column: John Kerry will face significant challenges Mont. brewery's mountain lion carcass photo ignites furor Randy Travis pleads not guilty to assault charge Newtown on NRA speech: 'Completely off the mark' Sports rivalry led to touching Sandy Hook gesture Newtown paramedic: we'll heal but won't forget Gabby Douglas won't compete in 2013 Norwegian makes room for its newest ships Obama nominates Kerry for secretary of State Editorial: NRA blames everyone but itself Obama gives employees Christmas Eve off Zynga slips 3% as Internet casinos move in Players overwhelmingly authorize disclaimer move Twins sign Rich Harden to minor-league contract New Orleans serves up reveillon tradition Where are they now? Looking at 2011 All-USA High School players Top 10 storylines that dominated 2012 In memoriam: Notable deaths of 2012 Louisville's Rick Pitino talks about gun control, NRA Ohio State won't play spring game in Columbus NBA A-Z: Are there too many Christmas Day games? Officials seek injunction against peanut butter plant USA TODAY Sports' fantasy sleepers for Week 16 U.N. approves Africa force to fight al-Qaeda in Mali 'A Higher Call': A wartime Christmas story worth retelling Portuguese man sentenced in NYC castration killing Eagles coach Andy Reid not teary-eyed over final home game Get to know ‘The Valley of Unknowing’ Clowns bring Christmas cheer to sick kids in Nicaragua When tradition kills U.N. helicopter shot down in South Sudan; 4 dead exchange-students-reflect-on-time-in-us Unforgettable sports images of 2012 The week in tech: 5 must-know things Stanford's Terrence Stephens ineligible for Rose Bowl USA TODAY Sports' People of the Year Angry fans lash out at top recruit for choosing Duke Giants expect Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis to be activated RIM shares whacked 21% on analyst beatdown Click, print, shoot: Downloadable guns possible Boehner says his grip on speaker's gavel still firm top-10-sports-stories-of-2012 New Delhi police say they will protect women on buses Madonna REALLY doesn't like smokers at her concert Rocky Mountain hot springs offer winter decadence Pa. police kill gunman who murdered 3 near Altoona Coughlin addresses Bradshaw, Tuck injury status Judge stops Ala. policy of segregating HIV inmates Ashton Kutcher files for divorce from Demi Moore Medicare ID bill passes House snowstorms-keep-students-at-school-even-after-finals Veterans benefits legislation in danger of expiring 10-college-kitchen-essentials 'Very, very good chance' RGIII starts Sunday vs. Eagles Detroit's Mikael Samuelsson: NHL owners play 'dirty' Rick Pitino defends Costas, rips NRA on gun control Mexico frees ex-Marine jailed for bringing in gun Opinion: A 'guided' NRA website tour Obama administration sets deportation record: 409,849 Seahawks plan on having CB Richard Sherman vs. Niners Alabama's McCarron is an emotional difference maker Tony Romo could finally come up big in December NRA plan would change security in most schools Monti resigns as Italy heads to elections Is your Christmas sweater ugly enough? NCAA considering proposals to change recruiting Philadelphia burgers vie for city's 'best in food' category Minnesota Vikings feature some impressive breakdancers Blue Christmas services help with grieving during holidays Obama heading to Hawaii for Christmas vacation Arizona judge: Bring back federal assault weapons ban Bielema departure, Andersen hire allow Wisconsin to save big Andrew Bynum vows he'll play for 76ers this season