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Deadly Plutonium: Growing up in Rocky Flats

Sat. 8/11 12p: Kristen Iversen talks about her new book "Full Body Burden", an engrossing memoir and powerful piece of investigative journalism about…

Just What Your Summer Beer Needed, Frozen Foam

A Japanese beer foaming machine aims to keep beer cold for up to 30 minutes without watering it down. Unfortunately, it won't be available at your next happy hour, unless you're at a selected bar in Japan.

San Juan Creek meets the Pacific Ocean at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, Calif. The poor water quality off Doheny State Beach put in a list of worst beaches in the U.S.

A Guide To The Cleanest And Filthiest U.S. Beaches

An environmental group has issued its annual report on the nation's filthiest beaches, where a day in the water can mean skin rashes, stomach flu and respiratory problems. Who made the list?

Why Flying Is No Fun (And May Be More Dangerous)

Airline veteran and writer William McGee says airlines' aggressive cost-cutting hasn't just added fees and hassles. He says they're taking steps that compromise safety — and regulators are letting it happen.

The U.S. Supreme Court, which will be in the news on Thursday.

Here's How To Learn What The Supreme Court Says About Health Care

The most-anticipated decision of the year is expected to be handed down just after 10 a.m. ET on Thursday. We've got links to where to follow the news, background and more.

Belviq, the first new prescription drug in years to help people lose weight, is expected to be available in four to six months.

FDA Approves First New Weight-Loss Drug In More Than A Decade

The Food and Drug Administration gave the green light to Belviq, a twice-a-day pill that suppresses appetite and appears to affect metabolism by influencing levels of the brain chemical serotonin. The agency had previously rejected the drug over concerns about safety.

Puny Humans: Robot Plays Rock, Paper, Scissors With 100 Percent Accuracy

The robot has much better vision and reflexes than you and me.

A security officer stands by the van used by attackers at the entrance of the Microsoft office in an Athens on Wednesday.

Microsoft's Greece Headquarters Firebombed By Armed Assailants

The motive for the attack wasn't clear and no one was injured.

Women in a Russian punk rock group briefly perform a protest song at Moscow's main cathedral, Christ the Savior, in February. The singers criticized the church and Vladimir Putin, who is now president. Three women have been arrested and jailed for months, and the church is demanding harsh punishment.

Months After Protest, Russian Rockers Still Jailed

A female punk-rock band staged a provocative political protest in February at Moscow's main Orthodox cathedral. Three women have now been jailed for months, and the head of the Russian Orthodox Church is demanding harsh punishment in a case that's become a national issue.

A sign lets voters know they can cast early ballots for the Florida primary election in January at the South Creek Branch Library in Orlando.

Influx Of Puerto Ricans Changes Fla.'s Voter Calculus

There are now almost as many Puerto Ricans in Florida as Cubans. And around Orlando, there are far more. Puerto Ricans tend to vote Democratic, but local Republicans are doing what they can to cut into the Democrats' margin.

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