Swine flu could infect up to two billion worldwide
GENEVA (AP): Up to two billion people could be infected by swine flu if the current outbreak turns into a pandemic lasting two years, the World Health Organisation said yesterday.WHO flu chief Keiji Fukuda said the historical record of flu pandemics...

Brazil hit by heavy rains, flooding
Brazil (AP)Brazilians braved lethal snakes and alligators to paddle swollen rivers in search of food and shelter as the worst rainfall and flooding in two decades hit the vast northern Amazon region.Authorities reported yesterday at least 33 deaths from...

Big-busted women battle bra surcharge
LONDON (AP)Busty women have banded together to battle Britain's largest clothing retailer over a surcharge for extra-large brassieres. Frustrated with failed attempts to convince Marks ...