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Have a diet dilemma? Ask Joy Bauer!: Are you struggling with how to lose weight? Are you frustrated about boring exercises? Are you having trouble curbing cravings? If you have any questions about successful dieting, e-mail TODAY and nutrition editor Joy Bauer may answer them. ›15:24, 3.07
Italian Vogue breaks fashions racial barrier: The latest issue of Italian Vogue, showcasing models of color, may prove that black is not only beautiful, but profitable its advertising is up 30 percent over a normal issue. It's about myth-busting, said marketing expert Jerri DeVard. ›12:44, 7.07
Poll: Pet owners prefer McCain: If the presidential election goes to the dogs, John McCain is looking like best in show. ›16:16
Men's Paris fashions blur gender boundaries: The French menswear collections ended on Sunday in a sea of sequins, silk and all things pink, challenging the adage that boys will be boys. ›23:34, 26.06
3 artists get creative aboard vomit comet: Three British artists tried Tuesday to make art in zero gravity aboard an aircraft used to train cosmonauts, but only one completed his work. The other two artists felt ill. ›23:45
Teen mom: I tried to warn pregnancy pact girls: Christen Callahan, a teen mom from Gloucester, Mass. where a virtual epidemic of high school pregnancies has been tied to a pact among girls warned that having a baby at such a young age comes at an enormous price. You lose everything, she said.
FDA seeks suicide warning on epilepsy drugs: When residents of a tiny Kenyan village sold their chickens and cattle to buy Milton Ochieng's $900 plane ticket to Dartmouth College, they told him they wanted something in return. Now they have it a full-fledged medical clinic. ›19:18, 7.07
For a patriotic toast, raise a glass of sangria: Celebrate Independence Day with a glass of this traditional Spanish favorite made perfect for the Fourth with this red, white and blue recipe. ›20:49, 2.07
Candidates split on Social Security: They differ on a fix, but Sens. McCain and Obama both envision saving the financially fragile Social Security program. ›06:56
Learning is fun! 5 tips for kids: There may be no more pencils and no more books, but parents need to find clever ways to keep their kids school skills sharp. Stephanie Oppenheim of ToyPortfolio.com and a TODAY contributor explains how to stop that summer learning slide. ›19:57, 30.06
Consumers borrow mostly on credit cards: Consumers boosted their borrowing in May, mostly reflecting heavy credit card use to finance their purchases. ›19:58
Baby's first smiles give mom's brain a buzz: Seeing your own child smile activates pleasure receptors in the brain typically associated with food, sex and drug addiction, said researchers who scanned the brains of new moms. ›12:26, 7.07
Obama proposes changing bankruptcy laws: Barack Obama on Tuesday proposed changing bankruptcy laws to fast-track the process for military families, help seniors keep their homes, and protect people recovering from natural disasters. ›21:23
Christie Brinkley divorce trial goes nuclear: Attorneys in the Christie Brinkley divorce trial painted opposing portraits of their clients as the explosive case began its second day. A court-appointed psychiatrists report yet to be introduced says Brinkley is consumed by rage, said the lawyer for her estranged husband, Peter Cook. But it also says Brinkley should get primary custody of the children, her lawyer said. ›20:06, 2.07
American Story: Remembering those who lost the battle: On the Fourth of July, we celebrate the people who won our independence. But as TODAYs Bob Dotson reports, for some, Independence Day marks a far different anniversary. ›15:22, 3.07
Women over 45: Time for a fashion Comeback: In his new book, "Staging Your Comeback," makeover guru Christopher Hopkins uses his 20 years of makeover experience to help women in their "second act" rediscover fashion and beauty that help them look their best. An excerpt. ›19:58, 1.07
Emotional overeater quits sweets, drops 294 lbs.: After realizing compulsive eating controlled her every thought and action, 33-year-old Linda Horton decided to make a drastic change.Find out how the newest member of the Joy Fit Club finally found the strength to overcome her poor eating habits. ›21:00, 21.02
Why Obamas Iraq policy created a media tizzy: Sen. Barack Obama may have a good case that the media went into an unreasonable tizzy over his "refine my (Iraq) policy" remarks last Wednesday. He has always been committed to less than total withdrawal. ›21:03, 7.07
Money 911: Whats your emergency?: Do you have money problems? Are you struggling to get out of debt? Are you burdened with payments for your house, for college, or for elderly parents? TODAY is here to help. Tell us your story and we might address your concerns on an upcoming TODAY segment! ›16:44, 3.07
Gorgeous grilling gear that wont break the bank: As the barbecue bonanza known as the July 4th long weekend approaches, are your tools ready to be put to the test? If not, consider updating your gear with these affordable picks from gadget guy Paul Hochman. ›15:10, 1.07
Love means ... visiting your in-laws?: Are there certain obligations like visiting your spouse's parents that come along with love? Dr. Gail Saltz advises a man whose wife is reluctant to spend time with his mom and dad. ›16:53, 2.07
President may grapple with same-sex marriage, Supreme Court: The debate over same-sex marriages is one reason why the future membership of the U.S. Supreme Court and the justices appointed by either President McCain or President Obama will be so very important. ›21:14, 7.07
GreenDAY: Not your Grandma's throw pillows: They don't seem terribly sexy but well-chosen throw pillows can turn the average couch into a lounging extravaganza. Here, GreenDAY's Marisa Belger handpicks the plushest, most planet-friendly ones for your home.
From pills to pillows, when to replace your stuff: Knowing when to pitch everything from medication to your smoke alarm helps you and your family sleep better, stay safer, heal faster and more. Prevention's room-by-room guide outlines some surprising expiration dates. ›13:11, 6.07
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