News Videos: November 2008

Amy Poehler strolls round NYC with her New Baby

Funny lady Amy Poehler from Saturday Night Live strolls round NYC with her new baby. Amy seemed surprised by all the attention and neither did her baby who began to cry when questioned!

Spears Shakes it for New Rolling Stone Cover

Britney's back! On the eve of the release of her new album 'Circus,' the pop singer shows her moves and toned body for cover of Rolling Stone magazine, on sale now.

Eleanor Rigby Document Fetches $177,000

A document sent to a charity by Sir Paul McCartney sold at auction in London. It was a 97-year-old signature from an E. Rigby, purportedly the inspiration for the Beatles hit, 'Eleanor Rigby.'

Reese Witherspoon Struggles with Photographers Over "Good Morning America"

Reese Witherspoon attracts the attention of fans and photographers outside the studios of "Good Morning America" in New York. The actress was concerned with the brawl and shouted at photographers to watch the fans and make sure they were not hurt.

Caffeine Queen Ashley Tisdale Take Her Daily Doze of Coffee

Caffeine queen Ashley Tisdale made her favorite trip of the day - a visit to her local Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. Never one to break with tradition, Ashley picked up an iced coffee before heading over to her voice coach in Toluca Lake.

German Jewish Man Returns Matisse Painting Stolen by Nazis

A Matisse painting stolen by the Nazis from a wealthy German Jewish businessman and kept in France for nearly 60 years was returned Thursday to the rightful owner's heirs.

Shuttle Undocks from International Space Station

Space shuttle Endeavor and its crew of seven departed the international space station on Friday, ending a 12-day visit that left the orbiting complex with more modern and deluxe living quarters for bigger crews.

American Jewish Couple Killed in Mumbai Attacks

A slain couple holding dual U.S. and Israeli citizenship was killed during a terrorist assault on the Mumbai headquarters of the ultra-conservative Chabad-Lubavitch movement.

24:Redemption, Clips from Various Scenes

Though 24: Redemption gets Jack set on his journey, this two hour prequel takes a few detours along the way.
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Six Video Clips From 24 Redemption

For 18 months, Jack Bauer has been on the sidelines in the 24 universe, and in real life. In that time, Jack Bauer has been searching for atonement for his various sins, and the sins of his last season. 24: Redemption serves as the first step on his path before he gets down to the real business of Season Seven. Though 24: Redemption gets Jack set on his journey, this two hour prequel takes a few detours along the way.

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In Search of Michael Jackson for the New Thriller Musical

The producers of Thriller, a musical about Michael Jackson and his rise to stardom, are looking for a child to play the lead role.

Last Video of Paris Hilton and Benji Madden as a couple

The last ever video of Paris Hilton and Benji Madden before their break up announced today. Was this the night that they called it quits? leave a Los Angeles cinema. Paris wore a fur hooded jacket and remained silent as she was questioned. They took a lift to collect the car from the multi storey car park.

Marlon Wayans Talks About Axl Rose, Paris Hilton and Benji Madden

A comical Marlon Wayans gets a fright from a dog whilst talking to us about Axl Rose, Paris Hilton, Benji Madden and Xmas shopping! The actor was having lunch at Madeo restaurant in Beverly Hills.

Stars turn out for the American Music Awards

Chris Brown, Kanye West and The Jonas Brothers were just some of the acts who turned out for the American Music Awards in L.A on Sunday night.

Alicia Keys, Jonas Brothers light up AMA Red Carpet

Stars lit up the American Music Awards red carpet Sunday with glittering bling and jewel toned gowns. The AP's Natalie Rotman takes you inside the AMA's hottest celebrity styles.

'Obama lifted my spirits' Says Annie Lennox

Annie Lennox talks about U.S. President-elect Barack Obama, discrimination and racism backstage at Sunday's American Music Awards.

More Bail-Outs like Citigroup Possible Before Bush Leaves

President Bush argued Monday that the government's dramatic rescue of Citigroup was necessary to 'safeguard the financial system' and help the economy recover, and he said there could be more such moves if other institutions need help.

Citi to get an Additional $20 Billion in Fed bailouB

The government unveiled a bold plan Sunday to rescue Citigroup, injecting a fresh $20 billion into the troubled firm as well as guaranteeing hundreds of billions of dollars in risky assets.

Special Mattress For President-Elect Barack Obama

A New Jersey mattress maker that's crafted handmade beds for presidents is hoping to have the honor of making President-elect Barack Obama's bed.

Crestor May Prevent Heart Attacks in Patients with Slight Artery Inflammation

Harry Smith spoke with Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum about how the drug Crestor may prevent heart attacks in patients with slight artery inflammation.

MRI Detects More Breast Cancer Tumors Than Mammograms

Research proves that screening for breast cancer with mammograms saves lives. But mammograms are not perfect. They can miss tumors, especially in women with dense breast tissue. That's why Doctors at Mayo Clinic also use MRI's to screen for breast cancer in high risk women. The technology can detect some tumors that mammograms cannot.

Tsunami Warning Lifted after Indonesia Quake

Indonesian authorities briefly issued tsunami warning after a 7.7-magnitude undersea earthquake struck early Monday off the country's North Sulawesi province and nearby regions, triggering panic among residents. The tsunami alert was cancelled about an hour later, after no tidal waves materialized, seismologists said. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.

Hamid Karzai Offers Security to Taliban Leader Mullah Omar

Afghan President Hamid Karzai has offered security for Taliban leader Mullah Omar, if he agrees to peace talks. Meanwhile two separate attacks involving suicide car bombers wounded two American and two NATO soldiers, killing one civilian.

U.S. Helicopter Crash in Iraq

Two American soldiers died in Iraq on Saturday when a helicopter made a "hard landing" after hitting wires in the northern city of Mosul, according to the US military.

Gunfire at a Lobby Jewelry Store in NYC's Posh Waldorf-Astoria Hotel

Gunfire erupted in the storied Waldorf-Astoria hotel during a brazen robbery attempt Saturday at a lobby jewelry store, wounding a security guard and sending guests diving for cover.

Southern California Battles Devastating Wildfire

Southern Californians are weathering a third day of devastating wildfires that have destroyed hundreds of residences. As night fell Saturday, a fire hopscotched through subdivisions in Orange and Riverside counties.

Santa Ana Winds Strike Again

Thousands of residents of the San Fernando Valley have fled their homes 70 mph winds fuel the fires behind them. Bill Whitaker has the latest on the fires ravaging homes in a Los Angeles suburb.

Gay Advocates Protest Marriage Ban From Coast to Coast

Gay rights supporters marched, chanted and danced in cities coast to coast Saturday to protest the vote that banned gay marriage in California. One of the largest rallies was held in Los Angeles.

Got Soul?

Seal proves that he's got soul! How did a bowling ball spare the lives of five Michigan teens? The best snack if you suffer from allergies may surprise you. Join Shay Pausa in today's Daily Dish on SheKnows.com!

If You Think Your Rent is Too High, Try this

As one of a growing number of "Property Guardians" Lucy Pook lives in a disused fire station in London for just fifty pounds (75 USD) per week. As long as you don't mind living in a fire station, school or warehouse you rent any number of empty commercial properties for a nominal rent with your utility bills paid for. Camelot Property Management has thousands of empty properties on their books in Britain, France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Landlords prefer to have someone living in their property whilst its empty to deter squatters. It's also a cheaper option than using a security company. Tenants typically pay Camelot between 50-60 pounds (75 USD) per week. In return the guardians keep an eye on the place and report any repairs that need doing.

The Frugal Traveler in Mexico

From Indian villages to Mayan ruins, Matt Gross explores the country's southernmost state, Chiapas, via shared mini-vans called colectivos.

Spanish Property Developers Offer Cheap Apartments to Thousands

As the credit crisis deepens, a Spanish property developer is offering first time buyers a helping hand by selling cheap apartments. More than 2,000 Spaniards are being given the chance to buy apartments for as little as $150,000. Spain had enjoyed a ten year property boom but the market collapsed earlier this year as a result of the global financial crisis.

Russian-born Svetlana Pankratova, Woman with World's Longest Legs?

Russian-born Svetlana Pankratova shows off her 52-inch-long legs at a ceremony in New York ahead of Guinness World Records week.

Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo Leads U.N. Special Envoy to Congo

Renewed fighting broke out Saturday between rebels and soldiers in eastern Congo, as a U.N. special envoy flew in for emergency talks and said President Joseph Kabila was ready to meet his main rival.

US President-elect Barack Obama YouTube Weekly Address

US president-elect Barack Obama made the first YouTube address to the nation on Saturday, recording a talk not just on radio but also on video. He urged Congress to take urgent steps to alleviate the pain of an economic crisis on millions of working Americans.

Is K-Fed Pressing For Negligence Against Britney Spears?

Kevin Federline's attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan speaks to the press outside Mr Chows in LA about Britney's son Jayden's recent trip to the Emergency Room in Mississippi. The toddler took an allergic reaction to something he ate but Kaplan tells us it was nothing too significant. K-Fed didn't need to attend as the incident was not too serious.

Somagirls' Review of Quantum of Solace

Somagirls.tv reviews the new movie, Quantum of Solace, the 22nd of movie of the James Bond series. Directed by Marc Forster and starring Daniel Craig as 007. Seeking revenge for the death of his love, secret agent James Bond sets out to stop an environmentalist from taking control of a country's water supply. Take a look at what Somagirls.tv has to say about Mr. 007..

President-elect Barack Obama talks Economic Mess in Video Address

President-elect Barack Obama urged Congress to get moving next week on an economic rescue plan that would extend jobless benefits among other actions. The radio address was also videotaped and posted online.

Minneapolis Bridge Collapse Due to Design Flaw

The design flaw that brought down a highway bridge in Minneapolis went undetected for 40 years. Federal safety officials say that, even today, government design reviews might not detect similar problems.

Debris Hinders Investigation of Colorado Explosion

Unstable rubble is hampering investigators' efforts to determine what caused a deadly explosion that leveled a downtown restaurant and a store in Pueblo, Colorado.

Fire Crews battle California Blaze at Wind's Mercy

Residents who fled a raging wildfire that destroyed more than 100 homes described a terrifying inferno that overwhelmed firefighters and trapped some people behind automatic gates in the wealthy Montecito enclave.

Nebraska Lawmakers take up "Safe Haven" Law

Nebraska lawmakers got to work Friday in a rare special legislative session designed to repair a unique "safe haven" law that has unintentionally allowed parents to abandon nearly three dozen children as old as 17.

Obama, Clinton Discuss Secretary of State Position

President-elect Barack Obama has interviewed primary election rivals Hillary Clinton and Bill Richardson to be his secretary of state, Democrats said Friday, as he weighed the decision on folding former foes into his new administration.

3 Teens Drown at YMCA Camp Outside of Chicago

Three high school students on a leadership camping retreat sneaked away from their camp beds in the middle of the night and drowned early Friday in a river outside of Chicago.

Space Shuttle Endeavour to Heads International Space Station

Space shuttle Endeavour and a crew of seven are bound for the international space station. They will double as kitchen and bathroom installers on the mission, undertaking the most extreme home makeover ever attempted in orbit.

School Bus Driver Chokes Mentally Disabled Child

A grand jury will determine whether a former Dallas school bus driver should face criminal charges for choking a mentally disabled child on her bus. The driver has since resigned her position.

Acid attacks scare Afghan schoolgirls

Acid is sprayed in the faces of two young sisters on their way to school in Kandahar, Afghanistan. An Afghan official said the girls, who are sisters, had their headscarves pulled off of their heads, and acid was sprayed on their faces. The girls were going to school when they were attacked, one of the girls is sixteen years old. Nobody has claimed responsibility. Under the Taliban girls were not allowed to attend schools, but under president Hamid Karzai's rule, girls are encouraged to have an education.

Italy man allowed to take Comatose Daughter off Life Support

Italy's top court has awarded a man the right to disconnect the feeding tube that has kept his comatose daughter alive for 16 years. Eluana Englaro, 37, has been in a coma since a car crash in 1992. The court ruled that a July decision allowing Beppino Englaro to remove her life support would stand.

Activision Blizzard launches "World of Warcraft.

Top video game maker Activision Blizzard on Thursday launches a new extension of its record-breaking "World of Warcraft." "Wrath of the Lich King" releases in Europe and the United States at midnight in what has been called "the next epic chapter" in the life and times of Azeroth. The game already claims 11 million players worldwide.