Man critically injured in Seattle shooting

A man was shot and critically injured in a Friday night shooting on Seattle's Capitol Hill.

Pondexter leads No. 14 Huskies

Quincy Pondexter got his career high in points and rebounds. He got revenge over Adrian Oliver, his former Washington roommate who jilted him two years ago by transferring. And the Huskies got the win.

HSUS offers reward in case of abandoned horses

The case of five emaciated horses found abandoned in a Pierce County forest has prompted the Humane Society of the United States to offer a $2,500 reward for information leading to arrests and convictions.

SEC says SD County man targeted Somalis with fraud

The Securities and Exchange Commission has charged a San Diego County man with securities fraud, saying he targeted Somali immigrants in San Diego and Seattle.

Pondexter leads No. 14 Huskies

Quincy Pondexter set a career high for the second consecutive game with 30 points, including 13 in a row to begin the second half, and had a career-best 15 rebounds in No. 14 Washington's 80-70 victory over San Jose State on Friday night.

Pondexter leads No. 14 Huskies

Quincy Pondexter set a career high for the second consecutive game with 30 points, including 13 in a row to begin the second half, and had a career-best 15 rebounds in No. 14 Washington's 80-70 victory over San Jose State on Friday night.

WA Lottery

These Washington lotteries were drawn on Friday:

Sacre, Bouldin lead Gonzaga over IPFW 90-55

Gonzaga coach Mark Few is not given to easy praise for his team, but he could find little to criticize after Friday's 90-55 win over IPFW.

Former bus driver to be returned to Montana

A former Billings school bus driver accused of hitting a high school student with the bus while driving drunk will be returned to Montana to face charges.

Sacre, Bouldin lead Gonzaga over IPFW 90-55

Robert Sacre scored 15 points and grabbed eight rebounds as Gonzaga beat IPFW 90-55 Friday night.

Pope and Anglican leader agree on closer relations

The Vatican says the pope and the archbishop of Canterbury have agreed to press for closer relations between Catholics and Anglicans despite the jolt from the Vatican's unprecedented invitation to disaffected Anglicans.

3 men blow themselves up in Pakistani Kashmir

Police say three suspected militants blew themselves up as they were being pursued by authorities in the Pakistan-controlled portion of disputed Kashmir.

Italian police arrest 2 linked to Mumbai attacks

Italian police on Saturday arrested a Pakistani father and son accused of helping fund and providing logistical support for last year's terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, authorities said.

Iraqi lawmakers seek to end election crisis

Iraq's parliament is discussing ways to end a dispute over an election law after a vice president vetoed the bill, throwing national polls slated for January into question.

Levin: could be more e-mails from Ft. Hood suspect

WASHINGTON - The government intercepted at least 18 e-mails between the alleged Fort Hood gunman and a radical Muslim cleric, and a key senator says there could be more communications that might have tipped off law enforcement or military officials.

Buddhists from 2 Koreas hold joint ceremony

Buddhist monks from South and North Korea held a joint ceremony at a temple in the communist country Saturday in a continuation of civic exchanges between the nations despite a bloody naval skirmish earlier this month.

Italian police arrest 2 linked to Mumbai attacks

Italian police on Saturday arrested a Pakistani father and son accused of helping fund and providing logistical support for last year's terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, authorities said.

Sri Lanka to release 136,000 Tamil war refugees

Sri Lanka will release next month the remaining 136,000 Tamil refugees still in the squalid and overrun government camps where they've been detained since the country's civil war ended six months ago, a top official said Saturday.

Resort island reels after deadly attack by gunman

The gunman who carried out Saipan's most violent attack in recent memory ended his life on the same rocky cliffs where numerous Japanese leapt to their deaths to avoid capture by U.S. troops during World War II.

Warrant: Drug in Jackson case came from Vegas firm

A powerful anesthetic recovered from Michael Jackson's bedside after he died had been purchased in Nevada by his doctor who had it shipped to California, court documents show.

Quick restart of Big Bang machine stuns scientists

Scientists moved Saturday to prepare the world's largest atom smasher for exploring the depths of matter after successfully restarting the $10 billion machine following more than a year of repairs.

Astronauts gear up for 2nd spacewalk of mission

An astronaut is gearing up for the first spacewalk of his career while awaiting the imminent birth of his daughter.

Europe: Proton beams circulate in Big Bang machine

Scientists switched on the world's largest atom smasher for the first time since the $10 billion machine suffered a spectacular failure more than a year ago, circulating beams of protons in a significant leap forward for the Large Hadron Collider.

1st Senate vote looms on health legislation

A crucial first Senate vote on President Barack Obama's health care overhaul in a rare Saturday night session looms as a test of Democratic unity and the president's prestige.

Obama trumpets Asia trip as boost to US economy

President Barack Obama's eight-day trip to Asia produced no tangible wins for the United States, though he is citing talks with Asian allies that he says could help create thousands of job and open new markets for American goods in the future.

Putin calls for modernization of Russian economy

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin says Russia must modernize its economy and reduce its dependence on raw materials exports.

Bangladeshi mom wants twins to stay in Australia

The mother who gave up conjoined Bangladeshi newborn twins for adoption said Saturday she is overjoyed the toddlers have been successfully separated and wants them to grow up in Australia.

GOP: Health test recommendations could affect care

Republicans are seizing on this week's recommendations for fewer Pap smears and mammograms to fuel concern about government-rationed medical care - and to try to chip away support by women for President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul.

Astronauts gear up for 2nd spacewalk of mission

An astronaut is gearing up for the first spacewalk of his career while awaiting the imminent birth of his daughter.

Army relents, will allow media at Palin book event

The U.S. Army said Friday it would open Sarah Palin's appearance on Fort Bragg to media, a reversal from earlier in the week when the military wanted the event closed out of fears it would prompt political grandstanding against President Barack Obama.

US to drop shooting case against Blackwater guard

The Justice Department intends to drop manslaughter and weapons charges against one of the Blackwater Worldwide security guards involved in a deadly 2007 Baghdad shooting, prosecutors said in court documents Friday.

Prosecutors plan commission case in Cole bombing

Military prosecutors said Friday they plan to seek new charges against the alleged mastermind of the 2000 bombing of the USS Cole.

FAA says equipment outage caused 819 flight delays

The Federal Aviation Administration is blaming an equipment outage this week for delaying 819 flights.

Couple pleads guilty in Cuban spying case

A retired State Department worker and his wife accused of a decades-long plot to spy for Cuba pleaded guilty Friday in a deal that will leave him behind bars for the rest of his life but gives her a chance at freedom in six years.

US says it will drop manslaughter case against former Blackwater guard in 2007 Iraq shooting.

Army announces review of how it tests body armor

The Army says there will be an outside review of how body armor for its soldiers is tested.

Sen. Nelson a 'yes' on health care test vote

Democratic Sen. Ben Nelson of Nebraska is a "yes" in a crucial weekend test vote on health care.

Health care issues: Bundling payments

A look at key issues in the health care debate:

Obama drops by daughter Sasha's school for event

Fresh from his weeklong trip through Asia, President Barack Obama is taking time to catch up on dad duty.

House moves to protect doctors from Medicare cuts

The Democratic-controlled House voted Thursday to add more than $200 billion to the deficit to prevent steep Medicare payment cuts to doctors, a move Republicans denounced as a political payoff.

Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cluster reported in NC

Four North Carolina patients at a single hospital tested positive for a type of swine flu that is resistant to Tamiflu, health officials said Friday.

White House at odds with bishops over abortion

The White House is on a collision course with Catholic bishops in an intractable dispute over abortion that could blow up the fragile political coalition behind President Barack Obama's health care overhaul.

Guidelines for cancer screening differ by group

Several doctors groups and advocacy groups set guidelines for cancer screening, and they update that advice periodically as new information emerges. Sometimes they agree, sometimes they don't. Last year, a number of groups got together and issued consensus guidelines for colon cancer.

Military experiment seeks to predict PTSD

Two days before shipping off to war, Marine Pfc. Jesse Sheets sat inside a trailer in the Mojave Desert, his gaze fixed on a computer that flashed a rhythmic pulse of contrasting images.

Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cluster reported in NC

Health officials say four people in North Carolina have tested positive for a type of swine flu that's resistant to the drug Tamiflu.

Report: 20-somethings can go 2 years between Paps

First mammograms. Now - in an apparent coincidence - Pap smears.

Correction: Plavix story

In a Nov. 17 story about drug interactions between heartburn medications and the blood thinner Plavix, The Associated Press misidentified Johnson & Johnson's Mylanta as part of the H-2 blocker drug family. Mylanta is an antacid.

Cost of child vaccines fall, more kids saved

Babies squirmed and wailed as needles plunged into their chubby thighs at a public health clinic on the outskirts of Hanoi on Friday. Like little ones everywhere, the reaction to the sting was never pretty.

AP IMPACT: Gripes about swine flu vaccine abound

When the nation's swine flu vaccination program began in early October, health officials predicted it was going to be "messy." They were right.

Cost of child vaccines fall, more kids saved

Babies squirmed and wailed as needles plunged into their chubby thighs at a public health clinic on the outskirts of Hanoi on Friday. Like little ones everywhere, the reaction to the sting was never pretty.

Clips' broadcasters suspended for Haddadi remarks

Clippers longtime play-by-play announcer Ralph Lawler and color analyst Michael Smith were suspended one game by the Fox Sports Prime Ticket cable network for their comments about Memphis center Hamed Haddadi.

Ellis leads Warriors over Blazers

Monta Ellis scored a season-high 34 points and had eight assists, Anthony Morrow added 23 points, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Portland Trail Blazers 108-94 on Friday night to snap a three-game losing streak.

Packers Havner fined $5K for late hit vs. Cowboys

Green Bay Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

Death of Drew Brees' mother ruled a suicide

The death of the mother of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has been ruled a suicide.

McGrady wants to play, Rockets say no

Tracy McGrady is eager to play. The Houston Rockets say he'll have to wait.

Rochette leads Skate Canada, delights home crowd

Listening to her coach paid off for Joannie Rochette.

Stiegler done for season with broken bones in leg

U.S. skier Resi Stiegler is out for the season after breaking two bones in her left leg in a crash during giant slalom training.

Giants LB Pierce out indefinitely with neck injury

New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI exam on Friday surprisingly revealed a bulging disk in his neck.

Bond set at $100K in ESPN reporter videos case

An Illinois insurance executive accused of secretly making nude videos of ESPN reporter Erin Andrews posted $100,000 bond on Friday - a much larger amount than previously imposed.

NFL union pans reporting on teammates' concussions

The NFL Players Association opposes commissioner Roger Goodell's call for players to tell their teams' medical staffs if they think a teammate shows symptoms of a concussion, saying that is not an adequate solution.

Nationals top pick Strasburg won't need surgery

The Nationals say No. 1 draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a dislocation in his left knee joint and should be fine for spring training.

Pricey gift: MLB offers Series film set for $2,229

Major League Baseball has the perfect gift to bust a budget in a recession.

St. Louis Cardinals announce season ticket pricing

St. Louis Cardinals season ticket prices are increasing an average of 3 percent next year.

Grabow gets $7.5 million, 2-year deal from Cubs

Pitcher John Grabow became the first of the 171 free agents to reach agreement on a new deal, getting a $7.5 million, two-year contract Friday from the Chicago Cubs.

New-age stats shed light on old Cy Young votes

For so many years, the formula for winning a Cy Young Award was pretty simple: Win a lot of games.

Giants ace Lincecum wins second straight Cy Young

Tim Lincecum has been so dominant in his first two full major league seasons that even his top bosses don't know how he can get much better.

Diamondbacks acquire RHP Aaron Heilman from Cubs

Reliever Aaron Heilman was acquired Thursday by the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Chicago Cubs for two minor league prospects.

Rays add 3 to 40-man roster; activate Pena from DL

Minor league outfielder Desmond Jennings and pitchers Jeremy Hellickson and Alexander Torres have been added to the Tampa Bay Rays' 40-man roster.

Alomar hoping for election to Hall of Fame

Roberto Alomar has career numbers that compare favorably with many of baseball's greatest second basemen. The question is how will one memorable lapse impact his bid to make the Hall of Fame.

Tigers minor league 3B Ron Bourquin suspended

A minor leaguer in the Detroit Tigers' organization has been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for an amphetamine under baseball's minor league drug program.

Ravens' Edwards plans appeal of fine for roughness

Baltimore Ravens defensive end Dwan Edwards plans to appeal the $5,000 fine he received for a hit delivered to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Joshua Cribbs on Monday night.

Bush questionable for Tampa Bay

New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush has been held out of practice for the third straight day, and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Tampa Bay.

Union says NFL concussion expert is biased

The NFL Players Association wants the league to remove the co-chairman of the league's committee on concussions because the union believes he is biased.

Feds seek $631K verdict against ex-Steeler Blount

Federal attorneys want a judge to declare that Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Famer Mel Blount owes more than $631,000 in back taxes, interest and penalties.

Browns' Mangini expects Josh Cribbs to play Sunday

Eric Mangini expects Josh Cribbs to play when the Cleveland Browns go against the Detroit Lions on Sunday.

Stefanie Spielman, wife of NFL star, dies at 42

Stefanie Spielman, the wife of NFL and Ohio State star Chris Spielman who led a public fight against breast cancer, died Thursday after a lengthy battle with the disease. She was 42.

Dolphins lead Panthers 14-3 at halftime

Ricky Williams had a 14-yard touchdown catch and ran for a short score in the final 4 minutes of the second quarter to give the Miami Dolphins a 14-3 halftime lead against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night.

Panthers lead Dolphins 3-0 after 1st quarter

John Kasay kicked a 29-yard field goal to give the Carolina Panthers a 3-0 lead against the Miami Dolphins after the first quarter Thursday night.

Childress signs extension with Vikings

The man who brought Brett Favre to the Minnesota Vikings will be sticking around for a while.

Vikings angered by Metrodome's lease offer

One day after being told by the Minnesota Vikings that extending the lease at the Metrodome was not an option, the team's landlord made the offer anyway and infuriated the only major tenant left in the stadium.

Wie withdraws, Ochoa leads LPGA Tour Championship

Michelle Wie couldn't take the pain one week after taking the spotlight at Lorena Ochoa's tournament.

Wie withdraws from LPGA event with ankle injury

Michelle Wie withdrew from the LPGA Tour Championship on Thursday after hobbling through her first round on a sprained left ankle.

Allenby shoots 7-under 65 for 1-shot lead in Dubai

Robert Allenby shot a 7-under 65 on Thursday for a one-shot lead after the first round of the Dubai World Championship.

LPGA Championship moves to Locust Hill in New York

The LPGA Championship will be held at Locust Hill golf course in suburban Rochester for one year next June, with supermarket chain Wegmans replacing McDonald's as sponsor of the season's second major.

Locust Hill in New York to host LPGA Championship

The Locust Hill golf course in suburban Rochester will host the LPGA Championship next June, with supermarket chain Wegmans replacing McDonald's as sponsor of the season's second major.

Giving new definition to being on tour

Tiger Woods first made his move in the Australian Masters in the middle of the opening round, getting his name on the leaderboard next to a player named "Jordan" that even some of the local fans did not recognize.

US Magistrate denies restraining order to Barron

A U.S. magistrate has denied a temporary restraining order sought by a golfer trying to block a one-year doping ban by the PGA Tour long enough to let him play at a qualifying tournament in Houston.

ShopRite Classic returning after 3 year absence

After losing at least seven tournaments since 2007, the LPGA is renewing an old acquaintance. The ShopRite Classic is returning to the LPGA lineup next year with a $1.5 million pure.

At long last, Michelle Wie gets 1st LPGA Tour win

Michelle Wie, LPGA Tour champion.

5-time champ Watson gets British Open exemption

Tom Watson's place in the next five British Opens is safe after the Royal & Ancient's decision to change one of its exemption rules.

Shanahan retires from NHL after 21 seasons

Brendan Shanahan is retiring from the NHL after 21 seasons and an almost certain Hall of Fame career.

Ovechkin ready to go for Capitals vs. Rangers

Alex Ovechkin isn't saying for sure, but all signs suggest his injury absence is over and he'll play against the New York Rangers.

NHL, Glendale officials discuss Coyotes' future

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman met with city officials on Monday to discuss the process of keeping the Phoenix Coyotes in Glendale.

Canucks GM: Forsberg staying in Sweden

An NHL general manager says Peter Forsberg is going to stay in Sweden this season.

Capitals' Ovechkin appears set to return Tuesday

Two-time reigning league MVP Alex Ovechkin appears set to return from his injury layoff when the Washington Capitals visit the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.

NHL: Florida Panthers announce new majority owners

Florida Panthers majority owner Alan Cohen is stepping down to allow two minority partners to run the NHL franchise.

Zetterberg hat trick leads Red Wings past Ducks

Henrik Zetterberg had three goals and two assists in the Detroit Red Wings' 7-4 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday night.

Parenteau gives Rangers shootout win

Pierre Parenteau scored the deciding goal in the seventh round of the shootout to give the New York Rangers a 2-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday.

NHL to meet with Glendale about Coyotes sale

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and deputy Bill Daly will meet with Glendale officials Monday to discuss the Phoenix Coyotes' arena lease and other issues related to the sale of the team.

NHL to meet with Glendale about Coyotes sale

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and deputy Bill Daly will meet with Glendale officials Monday to discuss the Phoenix Coyotes' arena lease and other issues related to the sale of the team.

Far from track, suspended Mayfield holds auction

Jeremy Mayfield sat in the back of his large barn Friday morning about 800 miles from where NASCAR's season-ending weekend was kicking off. Several hundred people surrounded him, listening intently as a fast-speaking auctioneer sold dozens of items.

Johnson signs extension with Hendrick through 2015

Jimmie Johnson, on the verge of a NASCAR record fourth consecutive championship, signed a contract extension Friday to drive for Hendrick Motorsports through the 2015 season.

Gordon wants to keep driving for Hendrick

Hendrick Motorsports owner Rick Hendrick expects Jeff Gordon to drive at least "three or four" more seasons and the four-time Cup champion says he has no immediate plans to retire.

F1 Williams sells minority stake to Austrian group

Frank Williams says he is not preparing to relinquish control of the Williams Formula One team despite selling a minority stake on Friday.

Williams sells minority stake to Austrian group

Formula One team Williams announced Friday it has sold a minority stake in the team to an Austrian investment firm.

Rusty Wallace to field Toyotas next season

Rusty Wallace Racing is moving its Nationwide Series team from Chevrolet to Toyota next season.

For Hendrick, a 1-2-3 finish might make history

There will be much for Hendrick Motorsports to celebrate on Sunday night.

F1's Raikkonen confirms sabbatical year in 2010

Former world champion Kimi Raikkonen confirmed Thursday that he will take a one-year sabbatical from Formula One next season and said it's uncertain whether he will return in 2011.

F1's Raikkonen confirms sabbatical year in 2010

Former world champion Kimi Raikkonen confirms he will take a one-year sabbatical from Formula One next season and says it's uncertain whether he will return in 2011.

F1 champ Button teams up with Hamilton at McLaren

Formula One champion Jenson Button signed with McLaren on Wednesday to partner with Lewis Hamilton, giving the English team a potent lineup for next season featuring the most recent title holders.

Travolta appears at fundraiser in Fla. hometown

John Travolta and his family made their first public appearance in their adopted Florida hometown since his son's death, helping raise thousands of dollars for charity at a screening of the actor's new comedy Friday night.

Travolta, family attend opening of 'Old Dogs'

John Travolta and his family have helped raise money for charities in their home state of Florida with a screening of his new comedy

Michael Jackson glove among items at music auction

A collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia, including the now iconic rhinestone-studded glove he wore when he performed his first moonwalk dance in 1983, is being sold at auction.

Guests for the Sunday TV news shows

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:

Parker-Broderick surrogacy case jury breaks

The jury in the trial of an Ohio police chief accused of breaking into the home of a woman who carried twins for Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick ended five hours of deliberations Friday without a verdict.

Charges dismissed against country singer John Rich

A Nashville judge has dismissed assault and harassment charges against country music singer John Rich.

Oprah's departure presents problem for TV stations

For more than two decades, Oprah Winfrey has been the inspirational, change-your-life champion who reigned over daytime television much like Johnny Carson once ruled late night.

NYC TV newsman guilty of attempted assault on wife

Cable television newsman Dominic Carter, an influential reporter on New York politics, was convicted Friday of an attempted assault on his wife.

Britney Spears' ex sentenced to jail

Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is being sent to jail for 45 days for leaving the scene of an accident.

"Going Rogue" is going big

"Going Rogue" is going big.

'New Moon' midnight showings earn record $26.3 mil

"The Twilight Saga: New Moon" has set a box-office record for midnight screenings.

Wesley Snipes appeals 3 tax convictions in Georgia

Wesley Snipes' attorneys asked a federal appeals court Friday to review an "unreasonable" three-year prison sentence for the film star, who was convicted a year ago on federal tax charges.

Banned director brings romance film to Hong Kong

A prominent mainland Chinese director banned by Beijing from making movies brought his new gay romance film to Hong Kong on Friday for what is likely the last of a handful of screenings on his home soil.

'2012' a home run with patriotic fans in China

When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world.

'2012' a home run with patriotic fans in China

When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world.

Bullock in New Orleans for 'Blind Side' showing

Wearing a floor-length pastel striped evening gown, Sandra Bullock walked the red carpet in New Orleans Thursday for a special premiere of her latest film, "The Blind Side."

James Caan files for divorce in LA

James Caan is seeking a divorce from his wife of 14 years.

Director Pedro Almodovar is haunted by one taboo

Sex. Drugs. Prostitution. Pedophilia. Rape. Pedro Almodovar has been able to translate some of the most delicate subjects to the big screen with grace and humor.

Polanski's lawyer says director's family suffering

The wife and two children of Roman Polanski are bearing the brunt of the director's imprisonment in Switzerland as he awaits a decision on his extradition, his lawyer said in an interview to be published Friday.

Jason Reitman documents promotion of his new film

The publicity for a Hollywood movie is a machine to behold, especially from the inside.

Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert ready for AMA stage

Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the American Music Awards. "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert will incorporate leather and chains into his.

Q&A: Debut CD from Wale taps into his emotions

Wale wanted to infuse his debut album with a woman's touch, so the rapper recruited singing divas like Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Chrisette Michele and Jazmine Sullivan to get that feeling across.

Eminem says 'Relapse 2' now will come out in 2010

Eminem's comeback year of 2009 was expected to include the release of two new albums.

Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns in Va., killing 1

The driver of a Miley Cyrus tour bus was killed Friday when the bus overturned, but the 16-year-old "Hannah Montana" star wasn't on board, Virginia State Police said.

Swedish Soprano Elisabeth Soderstrom dies at 82

Swedish soprano Elisabeth Soderstrom, an international opera star, has died, her husband Sverker Olow says.

Chris Brown receives 'extremely favorable' report

Chris Brown has received an "extremely favorable" report from probation officials overseeing his felony assault case, a judge said Thursday.

Ricky Martin raises money in Germany for kids

Latin superstar Ricky Martin said Thursday he is teaming up with a German broadcaster to support his foundation and build a youth center for children in his native Puerto Rico.

Review: Finally, a true `Idol' emerges in Lambert

Adam Lambert "For Your Entertainment" (19/RCA)

Music Review: Kris Kristofferson explores truth

Kris Kristofferson, "Closer To The Bone" (New West)

2 sites selling Beatles songs to remain shut down

Two Web sites that sold songs by The Beatles for 25 cents apiece should remain shut down indefinitely, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.

Heidi Klum wows crowd at Victoria's Secret show

Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road.

List of top 15 cable shows in Nielsen ratings

Rankings for the top 15 programs on cable networks as compiled by the Nielsen Co. for the week of Nov. 9-15. Day and start time (EST) are in parentheses:

Liberace, Cruise, Palin among Winfrey's highlights

Oprah Winfrey has racked up memorable moments during her long television reign. Some were moving, some embarrassing - to her or others - and a handful became pop-culture landmarks. Here are highlights through the years:

New York designer wins Project Runway

New York designer Irina Shabayeva's collection took the gold in "Project Runway," winning $100,000 toward her line, an agent and a trip to Paris.

Fans excited to witness Winfrey's announcement

Fans who will be in the audience at "The Oprah Winfrey Show" say they're excited to hear the media mogul talk about her plans for the future.

Liberace, Cruise, Palin among Winfrey's highlights

Oprah Winfrey has racked up memorable moments during her long television reign. Some were moving, some embarrassing - to her or others - and a handful became pop-culture landmarks. Here are highlights through the years:

Heidi Klum wows crowd at Victoria's Secret show

Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road.

Eddie Cibrian sues tabloid over story

Eddie Cibrian is suing Life & Style Weekly for defamation over a recent story claiming he was cheating on girlfriend LeAnn Rimes.

James Van Der Beek files for divorce

Court records show James Van Der Beek has filed for divorce from his wife of nearly six years.

Miss Calif. pageant gives ad time to gay group

The Miss California USA pageant director who became embroiled in a war of words with former title holder Carrie Prejean has donated 30-seconds of free ad time to the state's largest gay rights group.