Canadian reporter detained Man was taken hostage near Kandahar; it is unclear whether captors were Taliban or others.
TV cameraman killed Swedish man was shot during house robbery; becomes 8th journalist to die in war.
McCain to push for gun control legislation Argues terrorists can bypass background checks by purchasing guns at guns shows.
New goals for air safety Transportation Dept. wants passengers past security checkpoints in 10 minutes or less.
High court drops affirmative action case Justices conclude lawsuit involving a white-owned contractor had too many problems.

Group seeks to block assisted suicide law Hemlock Society starts campaign to derail Ashcroft.
H-P reports buying surge Shoppers snapped up personal computers and electronics on Thanksgiving weekend.

Commissioner's contract extended Baseball owners give Bud Selig another three years, tying him through 2006 season.
Post-fight boxer suspended James Butler banished indefinitely for knocking out winner of middleweight bout after final bell.