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It's "Black Friday," when retail stores are said to move into profit for the year. This year, retailers are trying new gimmicks like opening even earlier to try to get consumers to part with their money.

Life could get a little better for Chinese workers this year. On Jan. 1, Beijing instituted a new law requiring businesses to give workers written contracts and to pay compensation if they're fired. But there are already signs of resistance.

Hundreds of elected officials, researchers and activists from around the world are meeting in Mexico for workshops and discussions on issues involving migration and immigration.

The latest intelligence report on Iran seems to be an obstacle to policies of President Bush. The report's main conclusion that Iran ceased a nuclear weapons program in 2003 may raise barriers to the possibility of using military force against Iran and questions economic sanctions.

We'll get the latest news about the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that hit Baja, California on Sunday.

Many people choose to drink bottled water over tap water because it is supposed to be cleaner and safer. But recent reports show that bottled water often contains contaminants and is less regulated than tap water. We speak with two experts about the many issues surrounding bottled water versus tap water.

Europe is investigating reports that the CIA has been operating secret detention centers in Eastern Europe. Steve Inskeep talks with Tom Malinowski, Washington director of the non-profit group Human Rights Watch. His group has been involved in making the evidence known.

With support for the war in Iraq declining even among his Republican allies, President Bush argues for staying in Iraq and achieving what he called "victory." His call for continued support for the war comes days before the Senate is to take up a defense policy bill that may include amendments to wind down the U.S. presence in Iraq.

Denver is trapped beneath a blanket of snow for a second day. The airport is closed, streets are empty and long stretches of highway are impassable.

During his eight years in office, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez's family members have managed to increase their personal power and wealth.