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Error sends collectors to phone-sex hotline
The carrier card for the duck stamps transposes two numbers. Instead of listing 1-800-782-6724, it lists 1-800-872-6724. The first number spells out "1-800-STAMP24," while the second number spells out "1-800-TRAMP24."
Mother of missing toddler leaves jail
Casey Anthony walked out of the Orange County Jail Friday morning wearing an ankle monitoring bracelet.
Pastor warns about Katy Perry song
Ohio church leader angry with Katy Perry's new hit single, "I kissed a girl, and I liked it." He says churchgoers who follow through with Perry's lyrics will end up in... well, you know. Read the story and watch the video. Video Video
Swat! But that darn fly got away
Ever wonder how flies and bugs seem to escape the swat of your fly swatter? Read the story and watch the report to find out. Video Video
Woman shot; refused to give man her number
Police are searching for a gunman who shot a woman who refused to give him her phone number.
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Tracking Hurricane Ike
Hurricane Ike continues westward, with winds reaching 125 mph. More weakening expected, but track remains uncertain. Video Video
Latest updates on Ike, Hanna and Josephine
Tropical Storm Hanna latest
Tropical Storm Hanna is on a course that could have it striking the northern coast of South Carolina early tomorrow. Tropical storm watches and warnings are in effect from Georgia all the way to Rhode Island. Video Video
Officials help look for lost ballots
Firefighters and sheriff's deputies are helping elections workers search each precinct for missing ballots from the August 26th primary election.
Tropical Storm Josephine still weakening
Josephine continues to weaken on a west-northwest track. Gradual weakening is expected for the next 24 hours. Video Video


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Death row prisoner to be turned into fish food?
A prisoner on death row in Texas wants his body turned into fish food and fed to goldfish.
Spam e-mail theory
Getting lots of spam e-mail could depend on the first letter in your e-mail address.
Live goldfish flushing illegal in Switzerland
New animal protection laws have come into effect and it protects more than just goldfish.
Shopping center introduces women only parking
A Croatian shopping center's decision to introduce the special spaces has sparked a bit of controversy.
Country imports brides for bachelors
Government officials are importing 250,000 brides for lovelorn men in Serbia.
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