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What happened on December 24, 2007
HEALTH
Sex ed helps teens think twice From Times Wire Reports
Men and osteoporosis Amber Dance, Special to The Times
Powter works out a return Jeannine Stein, Times Staff Writer
A healing ritual steeped in comfort By Elizabeth Aquino, Special to The Times
Parents' age is only a number
Rating your smile Shari Roan, Times Staff Writer
Twist, but remember to breathe deeply Karen Voight
For the record
Mystery of U.S. mortality patterns From Times Wire Reports
Poinsettias: pretty plants with a bad rap Elena Conis, Special to The Times
Give till it helps Karen Ravn, Special to The Times
Doctor's office may be next rehab site Melissa Healy, Times Staff Writer
Ritual steeped in faith Elizabeth Aquino, Special to The Times
Even those distance runs can't stop her Janet Cromley, Times Staff Writer
Turkey-tryptophan myth, 6 others get a good debunking Susan Brink, Times Staff Writer
Give till it helps Karen Ravn, Special to The Times
WORLD
Panning for Myanmar's leftovers Paul Watson, Times Staff Writer
Ancient Hindu blessings a mouse click away Henry Chu, Times Staff Writer
Suspect in Indian massacre arrested From Times Wire Reports
Ex-rebels agree to join government From Times Wire Reports
Iran has ambassador to Iraq on edge Tina Susman, Times Staff Writer
Hindu nationalists win in Gujarat From Times Wire Reports
Do queen's corgis ride skateboards? From Times Wire Reports
Virtual win for ousted Thai leader Paul Watson, Times Staff Writer
From behind bars, waging a verbal jihad Sebastian Rotella, Times Staff Writer
Suicide bomber kills 9 in northwest From Times Wire Reports
Patient information lost in Britain From the Associated Press
In one Iraqi village, a taste of what might be Ann M. Simmons, Times Staff Writer
ENTERTAINMENT
It was art that stole her heart Suzanne Muchnic, Times Staff Writer
This teen author leads by example Monica Rhor, Associated Press
A proud graduate of the 'School of Janet' Robert W. Welkos, Times Staff Writer
Are you out of your Vulcan mind? Diane Werts, Newsday
Happier new year? SCOTT COLLINS, CHANNEL ISLAND
Kennedy Center salute to a quintet of legends From the Associated Press
Late-night-free zone about to end for pols Jocelyn Noveck, Associated Press
Publishers will hit the campaign trail Josh Getlin, Times Staff Writer
Get in line for a holiday horror Susan King
Denzel looks to Denzel for direction Robert W. Welkos
Julio Bocca makes the grandest of exits Victoria Looseleaf, Special to The Times
Say no to consumerism, but buy these books? Karrie Higgins, Special to The Times
'Water Horse' maker goes deep Sheri Linden, Special to The Times
Struts and frets John Payne, Special to The Times
Why buy when you can rent the bling? Ylan Q. Mui, Washington Post
No argument, his goal is to be a star Robert W. Welkos
'Rural writer' loves life on the farm John Curran, Associated Press
Busdriver defies the rules of rap's road Jeff Weiss, Special to The Times
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Sculptor made 'Spirit of Life' fountain at City of Hope Jon Thurber, Times Staff Writer
Holiday closures
Federal, state fire aid at $114 million Associated Press
Trees pile up for rescued family Associated Press
Holiday closures
Rail line no silver bullet GEORGE SKELTON
High wind prompts warning of fire risk Karen Kaplan, Times Staff Writer
Deadline for subway to sea is a literal one Steve Hymon, Times Staff Writer
French writer was tied to Surrealists From Times Staff and Wire Reports
More recyclers cash in Tami Abdollah, Times Staff Writer
Motorist rescued from burning car Ari B. Bloomekatz
Santa Ana council's audience limited Jennifer Delson, Times Staff Writer
First to head Disney Channel From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Farewell to a big sister who gave love, help and prayers AL MARTINEZ
Lighting may be dimmed further Associated Press
Biologist traced the source of hantavirus to deer mice Matt Schudel, Washington Post
'Rewrite man' was awarded a Pulitzer From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Workers get holiday eves off as thank-you Catherine Saillant, Times Staff Writer
California bishop is on front line of Episcopal divide Rebecca Trounson, Times Staff Writer
Lucky Stores chief during growth era From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Foreclosing on a family's Christmas Robert J. Lopez, Times Staff Writer
Taking calls for Santa is this helper's good Claus Steve Chawkins, Times Staff Writer
Killings decline sharply in L.A. Richard Winton and Hector BecerrA, Times Staff Writers
NATIONAL
Atheists disquieted by moment-of-silence law P.J. Huffstutter, Times Staff Writer
Radical sales tax plan fuels Huckabee's swift rise Janet Hook, Times Staff Writer
Taxpayers receive state rebate checks From Times Wire Reports
Gen. Petraeus won't seek White House From Times Wire Reports
More cheer, less jeers from candidates Seema Mehta and Maeve Reston, Times Staff Writers
Romney sees lead slipping in N.H. too Maeve Reston, Times Staff Writer
CIA's clandestine service called its own shots on tapes Greg Miller Times Staff Writer
Officer using fake ID is deported From Times Wire Reports
Bomb threat forces landing From Times Wire Reports
GPS: The fourth wise man's gift From Times Wire Reports
Term limits will silence speaker of the Senate Nicholas Riccardi, Times Staff Writer
BUSINESS
New milestones on the Silk Road Dominic Barton, Financial Times
Wall Street watching retail sales in final hours before Christmas From the Associated Press
'National Treasure' sequel finds gold Josh Friedman, Times Staff Writer
A freer hand for private Tribune Michael A. Hiltzik, Times Staff Writer
Giving, taking pirated carols Dawn C. Chmielewski, Times Staff Writer
How a giant delivers the goods Abigail Goldman, Times Staff Writer
Expert advice, from shopper to shopper Alana Semuels, Times Staff Writer
Silicon Valley's tech bubble goes pop Jessica Guynn, Times Staff Writer
A focused family business Jessica Guynn, Times Staff Writer
News Corp. to sell 8 Fox TV stations to private equity firm From Times Staff and Wire Reports
OPINION
A hit piece
Toy dangers
Kudos and shame
Interest in banking practices
Feel the burn, Santa
In defense of animal defenders
Specifics on a generic problem
Who's in and who's out GREGORY RODRIGUEZ
Money for something
A chance to fight hate
Leaving Santa behind Kerry Madden, Kerry Madden is the author of the Smoky Mountain trilogy of young adult novels: "Gentle's Holler," "Louisiana's Song" and the forthcoming "Jessie's Mountain."
SPORTS
Seahawks... 27 Ravens... 6 From the Associated Press
Injured players will get lots of time to rest Jonathan Abrams, Times Staff Writer
Lakers bring shaky win over Knicks into fold Mike Bresnahan, Times Staff Writer
Now you know
Results, Schedule From the Associated Press
Bears... 35 Packers... 7 From the Associated Press
Jackson doesn't see a Bryant trade Mike Bresnahan, Times Staff Writer
Everett's step forward is a lift Peter Yoon, Times Staff Writer
Cardinals (OT)... 30 Falcons... 27 From the Associated Press
Inmates go on the no contact list John Weyler, Times Staff Writer
Pinkel getting a big raise From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Results, Schedule From the Associated Press
Eagles... 38 Saints... 23 From the Associated Press
Collison says knee isn't issue Diane Pucin, Times Staff Writer
New cynicism looks just ducky from across the pond Chuck Culpepper, Special to the Times
Jaguars... 49 Raiders... 11 From the Associated Press
Colts... 38 Texans... 15 From the Associated Press
Titans... 10 Jets... 6 From the Associated Press
Redskins... 32 Vikings... 21 From the Associated Press
Defense displeases Floyd Ben Bolch, Times Staff Writer
While Steelers are idling, Browns throw it into reverse Christine Daniels, Times Staff Writer
Clemens posts video denying use of steroids Dylan Hernandez, Times Staff Writer
49ers... 21 Buccaneers... 19 From the Associated Press
Search gets a Christmas break Chris Foster, Times Staff Writer
Patriots in perfect position Sam Farmer, Times Staff Writer
Giants... 38 Bills... 21 From the Associated Press
It's stoic skate for Kings' Modry Helene Elliott
Lions... 25 Chiefs... 20 From the Associated Press
East Carolina boots Boise State From the Associated Press
Bengals... 19 Browns... 14 From the Associated Press
Online channels feed college sports fans Greg Johnson and Larry Stewart, Times Staff Writers
NEWS
Read their lips, carefully Bill Drayton, Bill Drayton chairs the board of Get America Working!, a nonpartisan full-employment policy group.
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