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Steve Peterson scrapes ice from the windows of his vehicle in Joplin, Mo. Peterson and other southwest Missouri residents were dealing with the first winter storm of the season that was forecast to dump up to 10 inches of snow on the region.  (Photo by Mike Gullett / AP) NATION Wicked wintry weather clobbers the heartland Sleet, snow and freezing rain are coating the Plains and Midwest, glazing highways from Texas to Michigan. CNN Typhoon Durian kills hundreds in Philippines The fourth major typhoon to hit the Philippines in four months killed at least 198 people and left 260 others missing, officials said. Yahoo!News Pope ends visit to Turkey with goodwill message Pope Benedict XVI, in a parting message of goodwill to Muslims at the end of his first papal trip to a predominantly Muslim nation, said the Vatican wishes to "impose nothing on anyone." CNN Radiation found in second man in poisoned spy case An Italian security expert who met with a former KGB agent the day the ex-spy fell fatally ill with radiation poisoning has also tested positive for the substance. USNews & World Report   World AIDS Day: The fight turns 25 People around the world are marking Dec. 1 as World AIDS Day, with events intended to raise awareness of the still-strong menace of the disease. This is the 25th year since the first case of AIDS was identified. CBS U.S. helicopters fire in Baghdad during heavy clashes Machinegun fire rained from U.S. helicopters in central Baghdad as U.S. and Iraqi troops clashed with gunmen during a raid on suspected militant hideouts, Iraqi security officials said. Reuters Iraqi PM: ‘Our forces will be ready by June’ MSNBC TSA's revealing X-ray raises concerns The federal government this month plans to launch the nation's first airport screening system that takes potentially revealing X-ray photos of travelers in an effort to find bombs and other weapons. USA Today Millions of travelers rated for terror potential AOL News U.S. warns of potential al Qaeda hackers The U.S. government has warned American private financial services of an al Qaeda call for a cyber attack against online stock trading and banking Web sites, a source said. Reuters The boss is watching: New rules make firms track e-mails, IMs U.S. companies will need to keep track of all the e-mails, instant messages and other electronic documents generated by their employees thanks to new federal rules taking effect. Las Vegas Sun   WORLD Mexican lawmakers brawl before inauguration Opposition lawmakers threw punches and chairs and tried to block the doors of the congressional chamber just an hour before incoming President Felipe Calderon was to take the oath of office there. CNN Emotions rise in Mexico as new president prepares to take office MSNBC WORLD Thousands of Hezbollah supporters protest for Lebanon government's ouster Thousands of protesters from Hezbollah and its pro-Syrian opposition allies descended on downtown Beirut, seeking to force the resignation of Lebanon's Western-backed prime minister. International Herald Tribune In Congo, superstitions breed large number of homeless children Peace has brought its own challenges to the Congo, as refugee families flow into the capital, Kinshasa. Out of survival, many are using witchcraft as an excuse to expel their most vulnerable members: children. Christian Science Monitor Construction spending falls more than expected U.S. construction spending fell a sharper-than-expected 1 percent in November, as home building posted a seventh straight drop, according to a government report. Reuters Report: Kerkorian sells full stake in GM Dissident General Motors Corp. shareholder Kirk Kerkorian sold his entire remaining investment in GM — 28 million shares — at $29.95 a share, a transaction worth more than $800 million. Yahoo! News Forecast: Global demand, OPEC to keep oil near $64 in 2007 Healthy global demand, OPEC cuts and geopolitical tensions will keep oil prices near $64 a barrel next year, a Reuters running poll concludes. Reuters POLITICS McCain rains on Romney's parade It’s been Governor Mitt Romney’s show here at the annual conference of the Republican Governors Association - until John McCain showed up. Boston Globe Iowa Gov. Vilsack to run for president Democratic Gov. Tom Vilsack is launching a long-shot bid for the presidency, calling for an end to U.S dependence on foreign oil in favor of alternative energy sources. Forbes RELIGION Pope's outreach eases Muslim wariness Marshaling all his powers of persuasion, Pope Benedict XVI marked his visit to Turkey with glowing words about Islam. Christian Science Monitor Helping the needy as a matter of faith For eight years, an unusual group of people has regularly gathered for an unofficial breakfast meeting with Forest Grove school Superintendent Jack Musser to discuss families and youth. Oregonian   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Editorial: Mexico's new day Los Angeles Times Column: Tenacious D(emocracy): Let Iraq vote on US troops Huffington Post Column: The rich vs. the filthy rich CBS Editorial: The hobbits weep International Herald Tribune Editorial: The new Golden Triangle International Herald Tribune Column (Rick Newman): 'Fair trade' lifts the wrong boats U.S. News & World Report Editorial: Bush's eavesdropping International Herald Tribune Editorial: Muslims and the pope Economist   Site edited by: Rich Garcia, Jim Scripps, Tom Regan, Walt Chiu and Joe Naroditsky.   GOOD NEWS Michigan man gets 3rd successful U.S. hand transplant A Michigan man who lost his right hand in a work-related accident more than 30 years ago became the third successful hand transplant recipient in the United States. CNN Instead of buying yachts, these billionaires are giving back Bill Gates, Warren Buffett and Ted Turner give generously to charity, setting an example for other billionaires who make up the Forbes 400, the list of the richest people in America. ABC NATION F-18 jet crashes in California An F-18 Hornet fighter jet crashed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, but the pilot ejected safely, authorities said. CNN Orca back in the swim after tank attack A 2 1/2-ton orca that dragged a trainer underwater during a show at SeaWorld may have been put out by a spat with another whale, grumpy, or just irritable, according to marine mammal experts. Yahoo!News SPORTS Bengals use stout D to beat Ravens Backed into a corner and facing the possibility of seeing rival Baltimore take the division crown away, Cincinnati defended their house and stayed in the playoff race. Cincinnati Enquirer Skiing: Short of snow and dollars, Alpine circuit hits a rock A shortage of snow in Europe and a shortfall of sponsorship dollars in America adds up to a dry December for World Cup skiers and their fans. International Herald Tribune ENTERTAINMENT Kidman commands queenly sums Nicole Kidman is the queen of Hollywood when it comes to money, earning up to $17 million per movie, according to figures released by The Hollywood Reporter. Yahoo!News SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY Modern romance: Get texted when love is near Online dating is so last year. Now, if you're thinking romance, look to your mobile phone. CNN YouTube's doppelganger Who needs YouTube when you can watch copyrighted TV shows at DailyMotion? The networks aren't happy. Forbes HEALTH Experts plan strategies to prevent HIV As World AIDS Day is marked, some public health experts say the current focus on universal access to lifesaving antiretroviral drugs has had an unintended effect: sidelining prevention. Topix Ex-president launches child anti-HIV effort BBC Pregnant women are urged to avoid Paxil Pregnant women and those who plan to become pregnant should avoid taking the antidepressant Paxil because of the risk of birth defects, a group of obstetricians says. USNews & World Report EDUCATION Displaced students need more resources, study finds Hurricanes Katrina and Rita caused the largest displacement of students in U.S. history. Now they need help. Christian Science Monitor Toronto university lab develops tool to overcome web censorship Scientists at the University of Toronto have developed a strong tool capable of circumventing government censorship of the Internet. EARTHtimes ENVIRONMENT On road to clean fuels, automakers cover some ground The international Los Angeles Auto Show highlights the industry's renewed focus on driving 'green.' Christian Science Monitor Climate change killed megafauna Giant kangaroos and wombats bigger than cars that once roamed Australia were killed by climate change and not human hunters, scientists said today. Australian   Photo of the Day	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 pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty. Winston Churchill Daily Quote Archives Email Newsletters Daily headlines Friends of the DailySource DailySource Archives Scroll through recent items from your favorite sections: News Top Stories Columns and Op-ed The Daily Quote Photo of the Day Email this edition Ways to Help Volunteer Spread the word Donate Shop Search Give feedback Other ways

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