Wait. How Much Is That Doggy?
A Chinese property developer has reportedly paid close to $2 million for a golden-haired Tibetan mastiff puppy. The lion-looking dogs have become a status symbol for China's very rich.
Asia
Could Malaysian Military Have Prevented Jet's Disappearance?
At one point, Malaysian military radar saw Flight 370 flying back west over Malaysia and toward the Andaman Sea. Why didn't Malaysia scramble jets and try to either stop or follow the plane?
Primark To Pay $10 Million To Victims Of Bangladesh Factory Collapse
British clothing retailer Primark says it will pay $10 million in compensation to the victims of the Rana Plaza factory collapse in Bangladesh last year. The tragedy killed more than 1,100.
China's Crackdown On Corruption Opens Door To Abuse
A local official says he was detained and tortured by the Communist Party after being accused of taking bribes. The Associated Press reports these investigations occur without judicial oversight.
Pakistan Agrees To Fresh Negotiations With Taliban Reps
Attacks by Taliban splinter groups continue in Pakistan. Retired Pakistani General Talat Masood tells David Greene the Pakistani government's response has not been organized.
7 Ton Mango Vanishes From Popular Roadside Attraction
Tourists visiting Bowen, Australia, got a bit of a shock on Monday when it was discovered that one of the town's famous giant fruits was missing. A food chain took it as a publicity stunt.
U.S. Looks To Bobsledder Steve Holcomb To Add To Medal Count
The U.S. has the best bobsledder in the world, Steve Holcomb. He races in the two-man on Monday.
Hong Kong To Destroy Ivory Stockpile, But Will It Curb Demand In China?
Over the next two years, Hong Kong plans to burn 28 tons of ivory. Many conservationists hope destroying stockpiles will dampen demand in a country where many wealthy Chinese are buying ivory statues and carvings as investments. Others worry that it may have no effect at all.
Anticipation Grows That U.S. Ice Dancing Duo Will Win Gold
Americans Meryl Davis and Charlie White are favored to win gold in ice dancing. The pair took silver in the last Olympic Games in Vancouver, and expectations are high that they'll do even better in Sochi.
Female Figure Skaters Compete For Gold — And The Sport's Future
The competition is fierce: the defending South Korean champion, a 15-year-old Russian phenom who has thrilled the figure skating world, and three Americans heading into Thursday in the top 10.