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Obama Effect Boosts Nobel Peace Prize Nominations

OSLO - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award to President Barack Obama, organizers said on Wednesday.

Toyota, U.S. Officials Investigate Runaway Prius

Safety regulators and Toyota dispatched teams on Tuesday to inspect a Prius that sped out of control on a California freeway a day earlier.

Economists Trim 2011 U.S. Growth Forecast

Economists raised their forecast for economic growth in 2010 in March, the third straight monthly rise, while trimming their growth forecast for 2011.

9/11 Suspects Should Face Civilian Court, U.N. Envoys Say

Human rights investigators called on the Obama administration to prosecute the accused September 11 masterminds in a civilian court.

Tax Soda, Pizza To Cut Obesity, Researchers Say

Researchers estimate that an 18 percent tax on pizza and soda can push down U.S. adults' calorie intake enough to lower their weight.

Police: Runaway Toyota Prius Reached 90 mph

The driver of a 2008 Toyota Prius said his car uncontrollably accelerated to over 90 miles per hour on a San Diego County freeway before a California Highway Patrol officer helped him.