The three-nation summit at Montebello, Quebec, was held behind closed doors, well guarded behind an intimidating fence and plenty of police, but the news conference that followed on Aug. 21 revealed more than the three heads of state had planned. President George W. Bush, Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, and Mexican President Felipe Calderon all refused to deny that the Security and Prosperity Partnership is a stepping stone toward a North American Union. The $64,000 ... [full story]

WASHINGTON - It was sharply cold, as one would expect just after dawn on a November day in Korea. But Michael Deaver had left his coat unbuttoned and his face was flushed. "Would you just look at that? I thought it would be powerful, but this is even better than I had thought." Fifty yards away was a deadly minefield; over his shoulder was a radar outpost monitoring North Korean troops. But there, only 20 ... [full story]

Fractional ownership of vacation homes is one of the most rapidly growing segments of the current real estate market. It accounted for about $1.5 billion in sales during 2005 in the United States alone. Sales have continued to grow. Having a fractional ownership of a vacation home simply means you are sharing total ownership with other owners. Typically, there are four to 12 owners of a single property, allowing individual owners or their guests to ... [full story]

"2 Days in Paris" packs a lot in. At moments, you might wish Julie Delpy had spent a few days taking some stuff out. Delpy wrote, directed, edited, composed and stars as Marion, a photographer despite her retinal birth scar. But she lives verbally, often with sex as useful syntax.   '2 DAYS IN PARIS' - Paris puts pressure on the relationship of Marion (Julie Delpy) and Jack (Adam Goldberg) while visiting her native town in ... [full story]

At 22 years old, Scarlett Johansson has already played everything from a high school outcast ("Ghost World") to a seductive vixen ("Match Point"). But in "The Nanny Diaries," she crosses into totally new territory: super cute.   'THE NANNY DIARIES' - Annie (Scarlett Johansson) and Grayer (Nicholas Art) draw battle lines in 'The Nanny Diaries.' CNS Photo courtesy of K.C. Bailey.  RATINGS 4 STARS - Excellent. 3 STARS - Worthy. 2 STARS - Mixed. 1 STAR - ... [full story]

Long suspected as an accomplice in America's exploding obesity epidemic, soda's bad influence could have an even more insidious effect on human health. A recent study has linked the high-fructose corn syrup used to sweeten sodas to the onset of type 2 diabetes. Working in a Rutgers University laboratory, Chi-Tang Ho and colleagues studied several popular soft drinks sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup. The scientists found that drinks containing the syrup had high levels of ... [full story]

It's no mystery how Michelle Satren lost 95 pounds. She simply ate less and exercised more. "Instead of eating three or four pieces of pizza, now I'll have just one. Maybe two if they're small," She said.   WISE WORDS - Despite the temptations of her jobs at Cheeburger Cheeburger Restaurant and the incredible Cheesecake Factory, Michelle Satren lost 95 pounds. CNS Photo by Laura Embry.    ON HER WAY - Colette VandenBroeck, left, helps Michelle Satren with ... [full story]

She's the One. Amanda Bynes. The latest Hollywood actress to spritz her bubbly personality into a new collection of clothes that is hitting stores just in time for the back-to-school shopping blitz. After her effervescent performance in this summer's hit movie "Hairspray" as Penny Pingleton, the comedic actress who hails from Ventura County, Calif., has turned in another winning performance as fashion designer.   'IT' GIRL - Hollywood's latest 'it' girl and comedic actress Amanda Bynes ... [full story]

It's that awkward party moment.   A BETTER BUFFET - Dining by the fountain with no place to set your plate? With the Wine 'n Dine Buffet Set by Metrokane you can easily carry, and enjoy, your food and drink with one hand. CNS Photo by Paul Nasri.    CONEIVORE - The Coneivore takes the pain out of picking up pine cones and other yard debris. CNS Photo courtesy of Coneivore. You have a plate, a drink and only ... [full story]

  Correct roof leaks immediately to limit infestations of mold, mildew and rot. A leaky roof is a challenging repair for most homeowners, but minor repairs may be handled in some cases.  Inspect flashings, attic, roofing and take measurements …  [full story]