6 signs that aliens might exist

Explore the evidence - from the scientifically plausible to the incredible - suggesting that we may not be alone in the universe.

Venezuela Votes: Chavez Opposition Makes Inroads

Venezuela's opposition cut into President Hugo Chvez's majority during local elections on Nov. 23, setting the stage for increased political tensions as the South American country struggles with a free fall in oil revenue and soaring inflation.

The Worst Investment I've Ever Seen

Stay away. Stay far away.

Hospitals ease ER crowding with beds in halls

Hospital officials nationwide are being urged to consider hallway medicine as a way to ease emergency department crowding, and some are trying it.

McCormick on drugs, sex and being 'Brady'

As Marcia Brady on "The Brady Bunch," Maureen McCormick projected an image of the wholesome girl next door. But off camera, she spiraled downward into drug addiction and depression. McCormick shares the gritty details in her memoir, "Here's the Story."

Taco Bell, KFC to post calorie count on menus

Want to know how many calories are packed into that burrito or fried chicken you're ordering? Fast-food company Yum Brands Inc. says it's taking the guesswork out of counting calories.

Retirement account rules a surprise to seniors

A government rule that forces retirees to withdraw money from their retirement accounts when they turn 70 1/2 may need to be changed. Why? People are living longer.

Opinion: It's time to tell the truth, Casey!

Former FBI profiler Clint Van Zandt: While Casey Anthony seems more concerned about herself than the whereabouts of her missing two-year-old daughter Caylee, her parents seem to want to believe her lies and protect her as well.

History says Favre trade won't work for Jets

Opinion: The New York Jets spent millions of owner Woody Johnson's dollars in the offseason trying to build a team that could get them out of the shadow of the Patriots in their division and the Giants in their city.

Packers' treatment of Favre is pure insanity

Opinion: For months now, I've been looking at the Brett Favre saga and tried to understand why it has come to this. And now I finally get it. This is just about the dumbest thing I've ever seen.

Packers' spiteful stance is about to backfire

Wait a minute, THIS was the plan? To let a smiling and triumphant Brett Favre fly into Green Bay on Sunday and then throw a blanket party for him on Monday night? To ream him for five hours and then still try to A) trade him or B) tell him he's the backup to Aaron Rodgers.

Hard times drive some mean bosses over edge

It's hot. The economy stinks. And many bosses across the country seem to be caving under the pressure.

Pitcher charged after minor league brawl

A minor league pitcher accused of throwing a ball that hit a fan during a brawl has been charged with felonious assault.

Antarctic ice shelf breaking up in dead of winter

New satellite images show that an Antarctic ice shelf continues to disintegrate, and even more surprising is that it's happening during the Antarctic winter.

Study: U.S. worst of G8 in addressing warming

The U.S. government has done the least among the world's eight biggest economies to address global warming, a study released Thursday found.

How airports profit while you wait

The new airport math: longer delays plus more retail in terminals equal big sales.

Man rescued clinging to capsized speed boat

A go-fast boat reportedly carrying a crew of four capsized on a Caribbean route used by drug traffickers and one survivor was found clinging to the boat's bow, which was jutting out of the water.

More profit than progress in cancer research

There have been small, but steady declines in major cancer killers, but when looking at the overall picture there has been shockingly little progress. NBC's Robert Bazell reports from the world's biggest cancer conference.

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