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Friday morning in Pakistan, a detention order was imposed on former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. By the end of the day, it was lifted. The United States expressed concern about her detention and urged Pakistani authorities "to quickly return to constitutional order and democratic norms."

The documentary follows middle and high schoolers from the Washington D.C. Urban Debate League.

With children out of school for the holidays, many people may be looking for ways to keep kids occupied. At the Wildlife Center of Virginia, the outreach team has an idea – a new video on its YouTube channel designed to connect viewers with the sounds of the season. Sandy Hausman has that story.

At midnight, as the ball drops in New York City, Ripley's is dropping... a giant, 225 pound hairball.

A 20-year ban on new mining near the Grand Canyon is expected to be finalized by Interior Secretary Ken Salazar on Monday. Conservation groups are hailing the decision but the mining industry and some Republicans say a permanent ban would hurt the nation's energy independence and Arizona's economy.

GOP presidential candidates have swarmed the state ahead of Tuesday primary election. The candidates have been at local establishments shaking hands and sipping coffee. One Portsmouth restaurant had enough unannounced visits. The staff of Colby's Breakfast and Lunch posted a sign on their door: No Politicians, No Exceptions.

A pub in Newcastle, England, is taking its pet-friendly policy to new levels. It is serving dogs beer. The special brew is made of malt, hops and meat extract — it's non-alcoholic

Runners in Yakutia's Pole of Cold Marathon braced for temperatures of negative 63 degrees Fahrenheit. Only 65 runners competed and about 100 very dedicated spectators cheered them on.

Scott Simon speaks with conductor Marin Alsop about "The Conductor," a new film tracing her storied life and career in classical music.

A predictable yet wondrous event has begun around the country: the American dogwood is in bloom. For many, the ancient plant's flowers bring music to mind.