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Jodi Arias speaks out about case in jailhouse

By CNN
Convicted murderer Jodi Arias is speaking out, as a jury considers whether she should get the death penalty for killing ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander.

'Grandparent scams' steal thousands from seniors

By Melanie Hicken, CNN
Across the country, law enforcement officials are warning seniors to beware of so-called "grandparent scams," in which fraudsters are impersonating a grandchild in distress -- and begging for cash.

Home sales continue to climb

By Chris Isidore
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Home sales continued to climb in April, according to the latest reading on the housing recovery from an industry trade group.

Home sales continue to climb

By CNN
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Home sales continued to climb in April, according to the latest reading on the housing recovery from an industry trade group.

National vanilla pudding day

By CNN
(CNN) -- Sometimes getting back to the basics is just what we need - especially in the middle of a long week. Vanilla pudding is the perfect antidote to the mid-week doldrums: it's simple, easy to make, but satisfying as all get-out.

Home sales continue to climb

By Chris Isidore, CNN
Home sales continued to climb in April, according to the latest reading on the housing recovery from an industry trade group.

Robot exoskeleton suits that could make us superhuman

By Matthew Ponsford, CNN
If you've been dreaming of strapping on your own "Iron Man" armor, you might have to wait a while longer.

Former Congressman Anthony Weiner announces candidacy

By CNN
The rumors are true. Former Congressman Anthony Weiner is seeking public office again. He wants to be the New York City Mayor. He announced his candidacy Wednesday (today) in a video on his campaign website.

Candy controversy at Michael Jackson's wrongful death trail

By CNN
A 'sweet' gesture went sour in the Michael Jackson's wrongful death trial. Lawyers for concert promoter AEG Live, gave the bailiff a bag of peppermint candy to hand out to the jury this week.

Captain in deadly cruise ship accident to be tried

By CNN
An Italian judge ruled Wednesday that the captain of a cruise ship involved in a deadly accident last year be tried, Italy's state-run ANSA news agency reported.

Jodi Arias asks jury for life in prison

By NBC
Convicted murderer Jodi Arias pleaded for life in prison when she addressed the jury during the penalty phase of her trial Tuesday.

Dismembered body found inside car

By Marisol Gonzalez
A dismembered body was found inside the trunk of stolen vehicle in Juarez. Police said, the body was found inside a Jetta with Texas license plates, Monday night.

Army plans to launch a reality TV show

By Annalyn Kurtz
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Uncle Sam wants you ... to watch reality television.

Immigration reform bill clears key Senate hurdle

By Alan Silverleib - CNN Congressional Producer
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved the bipartisan "Gang of Eight" immigration reform bill on Tuesday, sending the measure to the Senate floor for further consideration and giving the bill's backers their first major legislati

Mediterranean diet is brain food

By Matt Sloane, CNN
Sticking to a Mediterranean diet may not just be good for your heart, it may be good for your brain as well, according to a new study.