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This photo, taken by an individual not employed by the Associated Press and obtained by the AP outside Iran, shows a protestor flashing the victory sign and holding a green ribbon as he covers his face to avoid to be identified by security during anti-government protest.  (Photo by AP) 1st drug-resistant TB found in US Doctors say Juarez's incessant hack was a sign of what they have both dreaded and expected for years — this country's first case of a contagious, aggressive, especially drug-resistant form of tuberculosis. TIME What happens when the microbes that keep us healthy disappear? Scientific American Mich. sues Ill. to protect Great Lakes The suit, which is going to the Supreme Court, challenges Chicago's controversial withdrawal of up to two billion gallons of water a day from Lake Michigan. MSNBC Carp lawsuit drums up local support YouTube   Witnesses report fierce clashes at Tehran protest Iranian security forces opened fire on anti-government protesters in the capital, killing at least four people in the fiercest clashes in months, opposition Web sites and witnesses said. New York Times Mousavi nephew killed in clashes Reuters 4 killed in Tehran clashes MSNBC Only a failed detonator saved flight Officials are now saying that tragedy was only averted on Northwest flight 253 because a makeshift detonator failed to work properly. ABC News Obama orders air security review BBC Christmas bomb bid complicates Gitmo plan Politico Drivers Twitter to avoid checkpoints Public-safety officials say efforts to police DUI are now being thwarted by technology, with drivers now using text messaging and Twitter to keep each other informed about sobriety checkpoints. McClatchy   NATION Solar savings Jose Tengco, director at Los Gatos-based Akeena Solar, said solar equipment is no longer a vanity purchase by environmentally conscious homeowners. San Francisco Chronicle Blog: Generating solar power after dark New York Times Urban morgues: unclaimed corpses push up body counts Taxpayers increasingly are paying to dispose of unclaimed bodies in cities and towns throughout the United States, but the problem appears more acute in Detroit. USA TODAY POLITICS Republicans make social media push The 2008 election was a "wake-up call" for the GOP that made it clear they were behind when it came to technology and provided an incentive to try harder, a strategist says. NPR Obama scores well for 1st year on ethics, say watchdog groups President Barack Obama scores well among ethics watchdog groups in his first year in office, though they’d still like to see more from the president. The Hill States with expanded coverage fight bill States that have already broadly expanded health care coverage are pushing back against the Senate overhaul bill, arguing that it unfairly penalizes them. New York Times LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT Warner Bros.’ ‘Sherlock Holmes’ has best-ever Christmas debut “Sherlock Holmes,” the Warner Bros. Pictures film about the 19th century super sleuth, had the best Christmas Day film debut ever, as receipts for all movies playing also set an industry mark. BusinessWeek Why indie directors give movies away free on the Internet It was only a matter of time before independent filmmakers came to realize that cutting the middleman out of the process is sometimes the best way to guarantee large audiences see their works. TIME ENVIRONMENT The Internet is a great place to check on the environmental status of facilities The Internet is becoming a great tool for getting information on facilities that are emitting air pollution, discharging water pollution and generating hazardous wastes. Environmental News Network Fuel transfer from Alaska tug completed Salvage crews have finished transferring thousands of gallons of diesel fuel from a stricken tugboat that crashed into the same reef that damaged the Exxon Valdez, a spokesman for the tug's owner said. Seattle Times EDUCATION Why the declines at private schools? Faced with the recession and rising tuition, are more parents at area private schools and their diocesan counterparts transferring their children to public schools to ease the strain on their pocketbooks? Philadelphia Inquirer Scottish ed. secretary backs 'brain training' Education Secretary Michael Russell has said computer games can play a key role in encouraging children's learning. BBC RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY Religious groups urging civility Spiritual leaders have drafted a "Faith Statement on Public Discourse," urging congregates to show basic respect to those with whom they disagree. Albany Times-Union Pain or prayer: Anthropologist studies religions You may not be Christian, or religious, but if you live in almost any developed country, you will find it hard to get away from Christmas rituals at this time of year. ABC News SPORTS 1st female official at Little Caesars Bowl Sarah Thomas made history at the Little Caesars Bowl, becoming the first woman to officiate a bowl game when she worked the matchup between Ohio and Marshall. ESPN Urban Meyer stepping down as Fla. coach Urban Meyer resigned as Florida's football coach after five seasons and two national titles because of health concerns following the SEC championship game. Sporting News   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Blog: Vacation's over, Mr. President Huffington Post Editorial: Why was this bomber allowed to fly? Times Online Editorial: 1 year on, we need progress in Gaza Observer Column: The joys of airstrikes and anonymity Salon.com Column: Anybody seen Pati? New York Times Column: Saying no to Obama Slate Editorial: Another terrorist attempt fails Economist Column: The truth of secret diplomats' business Sydney Morning Herald   Site edited by: Leslie Wendel, Andrew Evans, Jennifer Yirinec, James Morris, Rick Dossey, Alen Amini, Michael Makofka, Jodi McMaster, Jeff Bromberg, Walt Chiu, Paul Wertheim, Amy Helfman and Jessica Flier.   GOOD NEWS Clerics seek peace through humor A pastor, a rabbi and an imam — it may sound like a joke setup, but the "Interfaith Amigos" are serious about their mission. CBS News Robin Hood of Las Vegas takes from the rich casinos to give to the poor Rumors have swept Sin City about the identity of the secretive card player who wants to give his money away. He is even said to have been spotted handing out hundred dollar bills on the Las Vegas strip. Telegraph.co.uk WORLD Elite US force expanding hunt in Afghanistan Secretive branches of the military’s Special Operations forces have increased counterterrorism missions against some of the most lethal groups in Afghanistan. New York Times Special section: Yemen Guardian Gaza ceasefire in jeopardy as 6 Palestinians are shot Israeli troops shot dead six Palestinians in two separate incidents, as evidence emerged that an increasingly fragile ceasefire between armed groups appeared to be in danger of breaking down. Guardian Special section: Gaza: 1 year on Al Jazeera BUSINESS Financial regulations draw mixed reviews With the House approving the most significant expansion of the regulation of U.S. financial companies since the Great Depression, observers are at odds over the new restrictions. San Francisco Chronicle Sales to lure post-holiday buyers Retailers extended discounts on computers, toys and clothes beyond Christmas to lure consumers who held out for lower prices. Bloomberg Shoppers' returns focus on practical over posh San Jose Mercury News Sparse shelves greet deal hunters CNBC Recession turns spenders into savers The recession has caused a seismic shift in the consumer culture, converting die-hard spenders into savers. MSNBC SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Ford brings Wi-Fi to the highway The next generation of the Sync in-car entertainment and information system will establish a wireless connection capable of supporting several devices simultaneously. CNN Making the Web wider with focus on better accessibility Web designers and software and hardware developers are working on ways to make it easier for people with disabilities to navigate the Internet. TechNewsWorld Vampires and collisions rejuvenate stars Using the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers have uncovered two distinct kinds of "rejuvenated" stars in the globular cluster Messier 30. ScienceDaily HEALTH Calorie restriction: Scientists take important step toward 'fountain of youth' Going back for a second dessert after your holiday meal might not be the best strategy for living a long, cancer-free life, researchers are now saying. ScienceDaily Troubleshooters that block cancer BBC Okla. firm recalling beef products An Oklahoma company said it was voluntarily recalling 112,000 kg of beef products in six states following an outbreak of illnesses involving E. coli bacteria. Reuters Physician urges changes in diagnosis for sore throat in young adults New analysis from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) suggests that physicians need to re-think their diagnosis and treatment of sore throat in adolescents and young adults. ScienceDaily   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT The Arctic will be ice-free in summer within 20 years, research says The Arctic will be ice-free within 20 years, while the Earth will lose the white cap that can be seen in photographs taken from space, according to a study that found a rapid acceleration in the loss of sea ice. Times Online   Photo of the Day People walk in the winter sunshine in front of a statue in downtown Budapest, Hungary.  (Photo by Bela Szandelszky / AP)	DailySource Most Popular Most viewed Most shared Most recent Connect with Us Or enter Amazon via the box below and they will donate 4-7% of all purchases you make in the next 24 hours to us. Take a Quick Tour The Daily Quote The secret of joy in work is contained in one word — excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it. 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