Barack Obama is campaigning optimistically in West Virginia, while Sen. Hillary Clinton implores voters in that state to sustain her hopes of somehow denying him the Democratic presidential nomination. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: bc democrats clinton hopes win west virginia Added: May 12, 2008

Death Cab for Cutie releases their new album, 'Narrow Stairs.' The first single, 'I Will Posses Your Heart,' runs eight and a half minutes. Also out this week is Duffy with 'Rockferry.' (May 13) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: music music: death cab cutie duffy Added: May 12, 2008

John McCain says global warming is undeniable, and the U.S. must take steps to stop it. The presumptive Republican nominee also took a swipe at President Bush, who balked at the beginning of his term at signing the Kyoto global warming protocols. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: mccain global-warming takes swipe bush on global warming Added: May 12, 2008

Senator Hillary Clinton was campaigning in West Virginia Monday, one day before that state holds its primary. Polls suggest Clinton should win the state easily. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: clinton west-virginia clinton: 'crucial election' Added: May 12, 2008

Here's the latest news from the campaign trail for Monday, May 12: Obama plans swing state stops; Clinton stays confident in West Virginia; McCain says U.S. must tackle global warming; Barr announces Libertarian party presidential bid. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: campaign minute ap Added: May 12, 2008

Carrie Underwood is the newest member of the 'Grand Ole Opry.' Fellow Oklahoman Garth Brooks inducted her on Saturday. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: people carrie underwood-opry underwood joins grand ole opry Added: May 12, 2008

Dennis Farina apologizes for arrest for having a gun in carry-on luggage at LAX; McCartney, Mills granted preliminary divorce; Shocker departure on 'Desperate Housewives.' (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: showbiz minute minute: farina mccartney 'housewives' Added: May 12, 2008

Former NBA All-Star Kevin Johnson was known for taking on Michael Jordon and other basketball greats. Now he's taking on politics as he runs for mayor of his hometown of Sacramento, California. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: kevin johnson hoops star shoots mayor Added: May 12, 2008

Dennis Farina apologizes for arrest for having a gun in carry-on luggage at LAX; McCartney, Mills granted preliminary divorce; Shocker departure on 'Desperate Housewives.' (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: entertainmentminute showbiz minute: farina; mccartney 'housewives' Added: May 12, 2008

One of the worst earthquakes in decades struck central China on Monday, killing nearly 9,000 people, trapping about 900 students under the rubble of their school and causing a toxic chemical leak, state media reported. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: china earthquake 000 feared dead quake Added: May 12, 2008

Here's the latest news for: Thousands dead in China quake; First U.S. aid arrives in Myanmar; Oklahoma twister was powerful; NBA star wants to be mayor. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: minuteworld ap Added: May 12, 2008

When the CERN particle collider goes online this summer, it could shed new light on how the universe was formed. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: techbits scientists hope recreate bang conditions Added: May 12, 2008

A female tiger clawed a worker at the Toledo Zoo in Ohio. The zookeeper was treated and released from the hospital. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: tiger attack attacks worker toledo zoo Added: May 12, 2008

A massive earthquake struck central China on Monday and state media reported that as many as 5,000 people were killed in a single county while nearly 900 students were trapped under the rubble of their school. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: china earthquake 000 feared dead quake Added: May 12, 2008

Brush fires forced residents to flee more than 500 homes in central Florida on Sunday and closed a major interstate, authorities said. (May 11) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: florida wildfire fla. brush fires rage force evacuations Added: May 12, 2008

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit western China, and state media says more than 100 people have been killed, while some 900 are trapped in a collapsed school. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: china earthquake deadly rattles Added: May 12, 2008

Here's the latest news for Monday May 12: Major Earthquake rattles China; Aid Shipments reach Myanmar; At least 22 people killed in Midwest tornadoes; Price of a stamp going up. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: minute world ap Added: May 12, 2008

Hundreds of people will be digging through what's left of their homes after severe storms spawned tornados in the south and plains over the weekend. At least 22 people are dead in three states. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: severe weather tornado victims face recovery Added: May 12, 2008

The United States has delivered its first airlift carrying emergency relief supplies to Myanmar for victims of last week's cyclone. Two more shipments are scheduled to land Tuesday. (May 11) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: bc myanmar first u.s. aid hits Added: May 12, 2008

Several people are dead following tornadoes rip through McAlester, Oklahoma. The storms damaged homes, uprooted trees and down power lines. At least three tornadoes were reported in the same county. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: tornado video raw video: damage okla. Added: May 12, 2008

The U.S. Geological Survey says a major earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.5 has struck western China. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: china earthquake powerful shakes Added: May 12, 2008

Pakistani leader Nawaz Sharif returned to Pakistan on Monday to lead a party meeting that could determine if the country's fledgling coalition government stays intact. Hundreds of supporters greeted him. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: pakistan sharif raw video: nawaz returns Added: May 12, 2008

Brush fires forced residents to flee more than 500 homes in central Florida on Sunday and closed a major interstate, authorities said. (May 11) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: us wildfires fla. brush fires rage force evacuations Added: May 12, 2008

The Soviet Union announces an end to its blockade of Berlin; Body of missing Lindbergh baby is found in a wooded area; Burt Bacharac; Katherine Hepburn and George Carlin are born. (May 12 ) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: today history monday 12th Added: May 11, 2008

Supporters of Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are hitting West Virginia hard, stumping for votes on behalf of candidates ahead of Tuesday's primary. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: democrats wv voters ready primary Added: May 11, 2008

Sergio Garcia won the Players Championship; Spurs win to tie their series with Hornets; Jazz pull even with Lakers after game four win; Penguins beat Flyers for two games to none lead in NHL playoffs; Sorenstam wins on LPGA Tour. (May 12) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports monday: sergio wins Added: May 11, 2008

Here's the latest news for Monday, May 12: Survivors clean up after deadly tornadoes; Death toll in Myanmar jumps, aid ship sinks; Medical helicopter crashes, kills 3; O.J.'s former manager says he confessed to ex-wife's murder. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: minuteworld ap Added: May 11, 2008

Sergio Garcia beat Paul Goydos on the first playoff hole to win the Players Championship Sunday. It's his first win in three years. (May 11) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: bc glf--players championship garcia ends drought wins players Added: May 11, 2008

A former O.J. Simpson crony says the former football star confessed to killing his ex-wife. Mike Gilbert, who profited from Simpson for years, has written a tell-all book. (May 11) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: fl oj simpson ex-manager says confessed Added: May 11, 2008

A deadly tornado leaves a surreal scene of overturned cars, smashed homes and downed trees in McAlester, Oklahoma. (May 11) Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: tornado aerials raw video: behind trail debris Added: May 11, 2008