Obama in 'constructive' Debt ... July 08, 2011 President Barack Obama has emerged upbeat from the latest crisis debt talks, as he drives for an ambitious but politically risky deal to slash the deficit and raise the U.S. borrowing limit. (July 7)

AP Top Stories July 08, 2011 Here’s the latest news for Thursday, July 7: Debt dealing goes on; Casey Anthony may be released from jail soon; News of the World is closing; Celebration at Machu Picchu.

AP Top Stories July 08, 2011 Here’s the latest news for Thursday, July 7: Debt dealing goes on; Casey Anthony may be released from jail soon; News of the World is closing; Celebration at Machu Picchu.

AP Top Stories July 08, 2011 Here’s the latest news for Thursday, July 7: Debt dealing goes on; Casey Anthony may be released from jail soon; News of the World is closing; Celebration at Machu Picchu.

What to Do? Unlimited Data Plans Waning July 08, 2011 Verizon Wireless has killed off its unlimited data plan for new smartphone customers, marking another blow for endless Web surfing and video streaming. (July 7)

American Obesity Rates Hit New High July 08, 2011 For the first time, an annual obesity study is ranking states by obesity levels, showing a continued increase. Forty-nine states have an obesity rate of at least 20 percent. (July 7)

American Obesity Rates Hit New High July 08, 2011 For the first time, an annual obesity study is ranking states by obesity levels, showing a continued increase. Forty-nine states have an obesity rate of at least 20 percent. (July 7)

Atlantis: The Last Shuttle Flight July 07, 2011 With the shuttle program coming to an end, President Obama insists manned space flight will continue. But there’s no clear road ahead.

Your Day in Politics: 7/7/2011 July 07, 2011 A look at today’s political headlines, and the issues driving the day ahead.

Your Day in Politics: 7/7/2011 July 07, 2011 A quick look at the day’s political headlines.

Missing Woman Found Alive After 40 Years July 07, 2011 Lula Cora Hood walked away from her family in Illinois in 1970. But last week detectives found the now 84-year-old Hood living in Florida.

Gov’t to Ease Foreclosure Rules for Unemployed July 07, 2011 The Obama administration is making it easier for out-of-work homeowners to stay in their homes, as it tries to revamp its signature but troubled foreclosure-prevention program. (July 7)

MASS EFFECT 3 Live Action Trailer: Invasion July 07, 2011 Take a look into the world of Mass Effect 3 by playing the role of citizen, tuning into an Alliance News Network broadcast as Earth comes tumbling down.

First Person: Time Getting Tight for NFL Deal July 07, 2011 NFL owners and players may find themselves shifting to hurry-up mode as time gets tight to reach labor peace. AP Pro Football Writer Barry Wilner is covering Thursday’s meetings in New York. (July 7)

Obama Briefs Press After Debt Talks July 07, 2011 In a press briefing after debt talks at the White House Thursday, President Obama praised the leaders' "spirit of compromise."

Indiana Schools Trading Cursive for Keyboards? July 07, 2011 Starting this fall, Indiana schools won’t be required to teach cursive. Students will instead be taught keyboard proficiency.

Unemployment After Atlantis on the "Space Coast" July 07, 2011 As the shuttle races around Earth at 17,000 miles per hour, more than 7,000 people at the Kennedy Space Center on Florida’s "Space Coast" will be preparing for unemployment in the coming weeks ...

Missing Woman Found Alive After 40 Years July 07, 2011 Lula Cora Hood walked away from her family in Illinois in 1970. But last week detectives found the now 84-year-old Hood living in Florida.

Hatch: 'Poor' Should ... July 07, 2011 On the Senate floor Wednesday, Utah Republican Senator Orrin Hatch argued the poor should to more to "share responsibility" in shrinking the debt.

1000s Gather for Harry Potter Premiere in London July 07, 2011 Harry Potter’s saga is ending, but his magic spell remains. Thousands of fans from around the world massed in London Thursday for the premiere of the final film in the magical adventure series. ...