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U.S. Unemployment Drops Sharply to 8.6 Percent, Lowest in Years

U.S. unemployment rates continue to drop this fall, with a sharp increase in job creation at the start of November. As federal and private employers contribute to a steadily recovering economy, many are asking: Will unemployment rates continue to drop? And if so, what does that mean for Obama's re-election, and his GOP contenders?

Ginger White on Herman Cain's Wife: 'My Heart Bleeds' for Gloria [VIDEO]

Ginger White apologized to Gloria Cain and both her own and Cain's children last night, saying she was not a cold-hearted person and explaining why she came forward as Cain's mistress. White also gave some key insights into the GOP candidate's character, including whether he'll quit the race. Watch the interview and read White's statement here.

Loretta Young, Clark Gable's 'Secret Daughter' Judy Lewis Dies at 76

Hollywood legends Loretta Young and Clark Gable had a secret daughter, Judy Lewis, who was hidden by Young before being taken in as her adopted daughter. Lewis only learned the truth when she was 31, when Loretta Young revealed she hid her pregnancy, which happened out of wedlock, to avoid scandal and save her and Gable's careers.

Demi Moore Dating Scott-Vincent Borba? Demi's Romances [PHOTOS]

Get all the details on Demi Moore's new boyfriend Scott-Vincent Borba and look back at her romantic past, both before and after her divorce from Ashton Kutcher. Moore has had three marriages, several engagements and countless high-profile romances since she burst onto the Hollywood scene as a member of the 1980s Brat Pack.

Bachmann's Iran Embassy Flub: GOP Candidate's Top 10 Gaffes [VIDEO]

Michele Bachmann had yet another oops moment on Nov. 30 when she argued that she would remove the U.S. embassy from Iran if she were president. The problem? America hasn't had an embassy in Iran since 1980. Here, watch the GOP presidential hopeful's top ten gaffes, from her confusion about Libya to the founding fathers.

World AIDS Day 2011: Obama Combats HIV as Stigma, Apathy Stall Progress

World AIDS Day 2011 marks the 30th anniversary of HIV. While tremendous progress has been made, cases continue to rise worldwide, with treatment still largely unavailable to the poor. President Obama aims to combat stigma and apathy about HIV/AIDS, and increase available medication, with a joint U.S.-global initiative targeting 15 countries most affected by the deadly disease.

Don Harman's Death Rocks Kansas City's Fox 4 After Suicide [VIDEO]

Watch a tribute to the meteorologist by his Fox 4 colleagues, as those at WDAF and rival stations cope with the loss of one of Kansas City's most beloved newscasters. Fox 4 delayed reporting Harman's death while it tried to reach his father, but as the news leaked, broadcasters found themselves struggling to balance personal feelings with professionalism.

UNESCO 'Intangible Heritage' List: 19 Cultural Traditions in Danger of Extinction

The United Nations has announced that Mexican mariachi music, Chinese shadow puppetry and poetic dueling competitions in Cyprus are among several cultural traditions that are both crucial to a living culture and are at risk of dying out, prompting moves to protect and encourage their practice. UNESCO has placed 19 new items on the Intangible Heritage List.

Bianka Kamber: Humphries Said Ex 'Way Better Looking' Than Kim

Kris Humphries' ex-grilfriend Bianca Kamber(who shares a striking resemblance to Kim Kardashian) dished on Humphries' immaturity, how he played her for a fool with empty promises of marriage, and how he used to make fun of the Kardashian family, calling their show garbage and saying Kim was less attractive and talented than Kamber was.

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2011 Highlights [PHOTOS & VIDEO]

The 2011 Victoria's Secret Fashion show featured some of the most stunning looks so far, as supermodel Angels like Miranda Kerr, Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio strutted down the runway. Missed the show? Check out photos and video from the lingerie show, from Nicki Minaj's performance to beautiful creations on the runway.

Lil Boosie Trial: Rapper Pleads Guilty, 8 Years for Drug Smuggling

Torrance Lil Boosie Hatch admitted he tried to smuggle drugs three times into two different prisons, and was sentenced to eight years in prison. The rapper is currently awaiting trial for first-degree murder. Boosie still pleads not guilty to the murder charges as his prison time is extended, saying his music made him a target of the system.

Patrice O'Neal Dies: Charlie Sheen, Others Mourn Comedian

Charlie Sheen, who got to know O'Neal during his own Comedy Central Roast, called the dead comedian a brilliant man who inspired him with his nobility, grace and talent. Sheen joined countless other celebrities, including many fellow stand-up comics, in mourning O'Neal, from Donald Glover and Seth Meyers to Joe Buck and Doug Benson.

Patrice O'Neal Dead of Stroke at 41: Comedian's Best Moments [VIDEO]

Stand-up comic Patrice O'Neal died on Tuesday from complications from a stroke in October, likely exacerbated by his struggles with diabetes. As celebrities and fans mourning his passing, look back on some of O'Neal's funniest (and most infamous) moments, from white guy crimes and modern football to taking on Dat Phan and David Letterman.

George Harrison's Legacy: 10 Songs for 10th Anniversary of Beatle's Death

One decade ago, the quiet Beatle died at age 58 from lung cancer. Relive Harrison's musical legacy through this collection of his ten best songs, including such classics as Something, My Sweet lord, and While My Guitar Gently Weeps, and learn what inspired Harrison's masterpieces, from the I Ching to Eric Clapton's garden.

Conrad Murray Sentenced to Four Years in Death of Michael Jackson

Dr. Conrad Murray has been sentenced to four years for involuntary manslaughter and criminal negligence in the death of pop legend Michael Jackson. Read a full recap of the trial here, including Judge Pastor's condemnation of Murray as guilty of disregard to human life and a cycle of horrible medicine.

Kim Kardashian Yoga Session Hurt Marriage, Scores Ratings [VIDEO]

Last night's Kourtney and Kim Take New York episode featured a nude instructor coaching Kim and Kourtney Kardashian in Hot Naked Yoga, with Kris Humphries stumbling upon the steamy scene at home. Watch episode excerpts here, as the Kardashian marriage nears separation and divorce by the episode's close.

Emma Sullivan Tweet: Kansas Gov. Apologizes, District Backs Down

Emma Sullivan will no longer have to apologize to Gov. Brownback. Instead, the governor has issued his own apology, saying his office over-reacted, and the school district is similarly backing down. As Sullivan returns to school, analysts say the Twitter battle shows a widening divide between government officials and social media as technology evolves.

Anders Behring Breivik Report: Norway Killer Insane, No Prison Time

The self-confessed terrorist was psychotic during the July 2011 massacre, according to psychologists. If the court upholds their findings, Breivik will be committed to a psychiatric ward with no prison time and could be released if found mentally fit. The findings contradict earlier assumptions by psychologists, and shock a country still reeling from the death of 77 citizens.

Cyber Monday Last-Minute Deals: 9 Sales You Don't Want to Miss

Still searching for the best deals and biggest sales on Cyber Monday? From Walmart's Cyber Week to Amazon's rotating deals, from Best Buy's free gift cards to Toys R Us sales, here's a list of nine web sites with sales will keep the bargains coming until midnight or later for you last-minute shoppers.

iPhone 4 Catches Fire, Combusts Midflight on Australian Airline

The Apple product was glowing red and emitting a significant amount of black smoke when it suffered a minor explosion on a Regional Express flight from Lismore to Sydney, Australia. This is not the first time Apple's lithium batteries overheating have caused fires and combustion, and the burning iPhone 4 incident still has no definite cause from Australian authorities.

Bernie Fine's Wife Knew of Abuse, 2002 Taped Conversation Reveals Other Chilling Details

As a third man, Zach Tomaselli, comes forward with details of sexual abuse by the former Syracuse head assistant coach, a phone conversation between first victim Bobby Davis and Fine's wife Laurie has come to light, revealing she knew of the abuse but felt powerless to stop it. Downplaying Davis' molestation as male companionship, the conversation paints a chilling picture of Fine's abuse.

Miley Cyrus 'Not a Stoner': Kelly Osbourne Defends Singer [PHOTOS]

The former Disney star is in hot water yet again, after a new video showing her joking about using pot on her 19th birthday hit news networks. As Kelly Osbourne takes to Twitter to defend the singer, relive Miley Cyrus' dramatic transformation from Disney princess to Can't Be Tamed bad girl.

New Mass Translation Has Catholics Confused Over Roman Missal

For the first time in 40 years, Catholics the world over are reading a new translation of Mass, emphasizing the Latin roots and formal tone of the Roman missal (prayer book). See what's changed from the old services, prompting many churches to rely on cheat sheets as they adjust, and why some Catholics are up in arms about the new translation.

Emma Sullivan: Was Kansas Teen Right to Tweet About Gov. Brownback?

The high school senior has sparked a debate on the limits of First Amendment free speech in public schools, when a joking Twitter post landed her in the principal's office, pressured to write a dictated apology to Gov. Brownback. Sullivan's right to tweet has been backed by news sites, but as social media blurs the line between public and private, the Kansas school district may stick by its decision.

Megyn Kelly Pepper Spray Backlash: Martha Stewart Tries 'Food Product' [VIDEO]

In a Thanksgiving special for NBC's The Today Show, Martha Stewart took Megyn Kelly up on her assertion that the pepper spray used on UC Davis students is just a food product, essentially. The kitchen guru sprayed a Thanksgiving turkey with fake pepper spray (watch video here), saying it was a fabulous trick I learned over at UC Davis.

Superstition Mountains Plane Crash: All Six Confirmed Dead in Arizona Tragedy

All six passengers on board the plane that crashed in the Superstition Mountains in Arizona are confirmed dead, authorities report. The passengers were three young children, whose mother was the ex-wife of the pilot flying the aircraft, and two male relatives. This is their entire family, Sheriff Babeau said of the group, traveling for Thanksgiving. Our hearts go out to the mom.

Thanksgiving Quotes: Comedians' Top 10 Words of Wisdom for 2011

This Thanksgiving, benefit from the wisdom of your comedic elders. Here are ten hilarious quotes for Thanksgiving 2011, on everything from Pilgrims and the turkey dinner to getting to the adults' table and coming out on the holiday. Read some of the funniest quotes from comedians like Jon Stewart and George Carlin, and have a happy Thanksgiving!

'Alien Skull' Discovered in Peru: From Indiana Jones to Real-life Find

Peruvian anthropologists have discovered the mummified remains of an alien-like creature, including a triangle shaped skull nearly as big as its body. Although Earthly explanations could explain the strange skeleton, links to the movie Indiana Jones and the Crystal Skull and other odd finds in South America have UFO enthusiasts' tongues wagging.

Thanksgiving 2011 Google Doodle: 12 Easter Eggs in Google's Turkey

Google has launched a customizable turkey design for its Thanksgiving 2011 Google Doodle. Thousands of looks are possible, but 12 special combinations yield a complete look with animated accessories, from Wizards and Pirates to a Turkey Astronaut. Find out how to get all 12 easter eggs, and see each Google Doodle look.

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