What's Next: Dec. 11, 2006
Kabila Wins Again Congo re-elects its President
The first free Congolese election in 40 years ended with the high court rejecting challenger Jean Pierre Bemba's charges of cheating. Joseph Kabila will be sworn in for a second term this week.
No Toys for NoKo Sanctions tailored for Kim Jong Il
Nuke tests are naughty, not nice. So the U.S. plans to bar exports to North Korea of some of Dear Leader Kim's favorite toys, such as iPods, plasma TVs, Segway scooters and Harley-Davidsons.
Blind-Friendly Bills Today's dollars discriminate
On orders from a federal judge, the U.S. Treasury will mull remedies--from different-size notes to raised numerals or perforations on bills--to make currency distinguishable to blind people.
Gamers, Get Ready! Microsoft hopes Halo still shines
Halo 2 sold a record-setting $125 million on the day of its '04 debut. Now the eagerly awaited new version of the video game is almost here: registration for the '07 beta test of Halo 3 opens this week.
Wiggles Lose Star Kids' singer has chronic illness
The Yellow Wiggle, a.k.a. Greg Page, is leaving the widely adored Aussie children's group for health reasons. Longtime understudy Sam Moran will wriggle into Page's yellow shirt.
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