Rising costs of metal have made minting pennies cost more than the one cent they represent. I'll explain why.

The traditional British sport of cricket, not unlike American baseball, is facing a challenge from a new variation on the sport. Lucy has the scoop on a game called Twenty20.

A cabbie in Newark returned a rare $4 million violin to a concert musician who left it in his trunk. Isaac has details on how the grateful violinist performed at the airport to thank him.

Scientists are examining the DNA of the platypus, seeking clues to the evolution of life on earth. Adelbert will explain why the funny-looking mammal is also a genetic oddball.

International aid groups are struggling to deliver aid to the victims of the deadly cyclone in the Southeast Asian country of Burma. Michelle has the details.
Earthquake Kills Over 15,000

The Chinese are scrambling to rescue people buried in rubble after an earthquake of 7.9 magnitude devastated Sichuan province. Authorities fear the death toll will rise.
President Bush Visits Israel

President Bush arrived in Israel to celebrate that nation's 60th anniversary. The president will deliver an address at a peace conference named "Facing Tomorrow".
Senator Clinton Wins in West Virginia

Senator Hillary Clinton decisively defeated her opponent Senator Barack Obama in West Virginia. Her victory highlighted holes in Obama's support. Clinton vowed to continue her campaign.
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