Hillary Clinton has begun shutting down her campaign by writing off a multimillion loan. And not a moment too soon. Published December 23 2008
The economic downturn has caused state treasuries to shrink, so the states are looking to raise taxes. That makes sense, doesn't it? Published December 23 2008
Hawaii is trying to capitalize on Obamania because the 50th state apparently has nothing else going for it. Pineapple, anyone? Published December 23 2008
That sounds like a clothing discovery, but it's more scientific. Published December 23 2008
The Vatican is embracing a prayer book application for the iPhone. And you should hear the ring tone! Heavenly. Published December 22 2008
Sometimes you've just got to wonder what some people are thinking. And sometimes you just know they're not thinking at all. Published December 22 2008
A Long Island deli held a latke-eating contest, and the winner ate 7 pounds of the potato pancakes. Pass the Alka Seltzer. Published December 22 2008
A new study shows that video games help improve cognitive functions in older people. Of course, this is just the excuse I was looking for to justify buying an Xbox 360. Published December 22 2008
A medical journal say the things we've been taught about holiday eating and drinking are wrong. So happy holidays, everybody! Published December 22 2008
Hey, Diogenes! You'll find what you're looking for in Auburn, Maine. Published December 21 2008
Wanna recording of a boozed-up John Lennon singing? It can be yours for just $40,000. Published December 21 2008
Chinese officials say they have the right to protect the people from New York Times reports. Their argument is based on Alexander Pope: "A little knowledge is a dangerous thing ..." Published December 21 2008
The reality is that fewer people are watching MTV and its shows. Published December 21 2008
Evander Holyfield, 46, stepped into the ring with a 7-foot, 300-pound, 35-year-old Russian who had won 50 fights. They should have given him the title just for that. Published December 21 2008
Developer Steve Wynn is betting that his new multibillion-dollar casino will make money. After all, what's the worst that could happen? Published December 20 2008
Being annoying in public can get you a fine in a certain Michigan city. Watch out, it could be about you. Published December 20 2008
Americans' wanderlust is vanishing in a shrinking economy. Blame those danged moving expenses. Published December 20 2008
That would be a laugh line, if it weren't true. Published December 20 2008
Democrat Al Franken is leading Republican incumbent Norm Coleman in Minnesota's recount of Senate ballots. This is a real nail biter, and I've got the nails to prove it. They aren't mine, by the way. Published December 20 2008
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich says he will "fight" the corruption charges against him. And he will cover all line bets on his chances of success. Published December 20 2008
By John Solomon
How the government's punishing of the exposure of official wrongdoing can linger for years
