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Obama Drastically Scales Back Goals For America After Visiting Denny's

Obama will abandon complex policies on emissions, clean coal and refocus on achievable goals like applying deodorant daily, learning what to say when you burp.

Congressman Asks Who Left Fish Sandwich On House Floor

Rep. McCullough cannot even fathom the amount of contempt you'd have to hold for Congress, the American people to do something so inconsiderate.

Conservatives Warn Quick Sex Change Only Barrier Between Gays, Marriage

Rep. Iscoe (R-MO) warns gays will give penises to lesbians who will give them vaginas so that homosexuals can marry and continue their attack on the American family.

New BabySafe Ball Makes Shaking Your Infant Guilt Free

Designed with the frustrated, sleep-deprived parent in mind, the BabySafe Ball can withstand shaking, stabbing, and claims you wish it had never been born.

Nation's Girlfriends Unveil New Economic Plan: 'Let's Move In Together'

Girlfriends' spokesperson Kelly Ambrose joins us in the Financial Fallout Shelter to discuss why Boyfriends moving in with them just makes fiscal sense right now.

Host Suddenly Very Interested In Manslaughter Law Loopholes

Host becomes curiously pushy, sweaty in this roundtable discussion about loopholes in manslaughter law in the US.

Police Slog Through 40,000 Insipid Party Pics To Find Cause Of Dorm Fire

The fire was ruled an accident after a tedious review of thousands of digital photos documenting every second of the five hour party.

NHL WooS Fans By Increasing Net Size, Adding 3-Point Line

Hockey officials hope to attract fans and create a higher-scoring, fast-paced game with a new aerodynamic puck and artificial turf instead of ice.

Pentagon Reports Army Mascot 'Liberty' Killed in Iraq

Appointed by Bush in 2003 to distract from the horrors of war, Liberty's antics turned fatal yesterday when he cart-wheeled into a roadside bomb.

Congressman's Son Won't Shut The Hell Up During Hearing

Congressman Eisley conducts hearing on Market Data Protection Reform, restrains self from murdering five year old son.

Trekkies Bash New Star Trek Film As 'Fun, Watchable'

Long time fans of the Star Trek franchise say JJ Abrams' enjoyable, engaging prequel betrays what Star Trek is all about.

Special Boy With Freakishly Large Brain Wins Spelling Bee

On Today Now!, Jim and Tracy meet James Kimura, a 12-year-old afflicted with the ability to spell long words normal kids don't even care about.

Autoworkers Compete to Keep Jobs, Livelihoods on New Reality Show

On Auto Warriors two Ford plants will battle it out, building to the LIVE season finale event: one plant will close, 3,000 will get the axe!

Ambassador Stages Coup At UN, Issues Non-Binding Resolutions

Uganda's Ambassador is threatening to abolish the Committee on Conferences and author the draft calendar of conferences and meetings himself.

More American Workers Outsourcing Own Jobs Overseas

A new Department of Labor report finds personal outsourcing is revolutionizing how Americans don't do their own work.

Is There Too Much Graphic Violence In Our Dreams?

In The Know panelists discuss whether seeing images of dead babies and bludgeoned prostitutes in our sleep is desensitizing Americans to violence.

Prison Economy Spirals As Price Of Pack Of Cigarettes Surpasses Two Hand Jobs

From the Onion Prison Channel: Prison analysts warn rising inflation could devalue everything from rim jobs to shivs.

Treasury Dpt. Issues Emergency Recall Of All US Dollars

Treasury Officials say the dye used in printed money is extremely toxic and urge Americans to send all their cash to Washington immediately.

Hot New Video Game Consists Solely Of Shooting People Point-Blank In The Face

Experts say Close Range sets a new standard for first-person shooter games with its vivid graphics and endless stream of exploding faces.

Children Exposed To Porn May Expect Sex To Be Enjoyable

Panelists discuss how pornography warps children's minds, leading them to believe sex is actually fun rather than shameful and embarrassing.ther people from wind-borne rubble.

DNA Evidence Frees Black Man Convicted Of Bear Attack

Georgia police were so confident Marshall was the man who killed young Janet Kelly in a state bear preserve, they didn't investigate other suspects.

Today Now! Host Starts Charity To Rid World Of Flying Debris

After her best friend was killed by flying debris, Today Now host Tracy Gill dedicated her life to protecting other people from wind-borne rubble.

Prague's Franz Kafka International Named World's Most Alienating Airport

<i>Business</i> Week ranked the airport last in customer satisfaction due to long delays, bureaucratic employees, and overall oppressive atmosphere.

Rep's War Hero Son Would Have Wanted Highway Bill Passed

Rep. David Whittle (D-VA) speaks passionately about how his son, who died in Iraq, would have loved to see this appropriations bill passed

Manufacturer Recalls Hollow Point Bullets That Fail To Explode Inside Targets

Steel Hawk Inc. is offering a full refund to customers who bought the

non-flesh-shredding bullets.

Scientists Find Skeleton Of Nature's First Sexual Predator

Paleontologists believe the intact skeleton could shed light on the bizarre fetishes of this pervert dinosaur.

NCAA Expands March Madness To Include 4,096 Teams

Online universities and bible colleges will be among the thousands of teams vying to prove they are the best in the nation.

Experts Agree Giant Bioengineered Crabs Pose No Threat

Panelists dismiss the notion that something could go wrong with the 75-foot-tall crabs that shoot acid from their mouths.

Jennifer Love Hewitt Pays Magazine $2.2 Million To Run Photos Of Her Baby

Celebrity watchers attribute the exorbitant price to the incredibly low demand for any news about Jennifer Love Hewitt.

Congressman Offers Preemptive Apology For Affair

Rep. Gregory White (D-NH) tearfully asks forgiveness for the degrading and sinful acts he is about to engage in.

Spam Crackdown Threatens Koy4Goff's Penis Enlarger, Free iPod Industry

The U.S. is considering sanctions against the Eastern European nation if it does not reduce the number of unsolicited offers for Viagra and replica handbags it sends.

Are Video Games Preparing Kids For The Apocalypse?

Panelists debate whether games like <i>Fallout 3</i> and Gears Of War 2 are teaching children skills they'll really need in the End Times.

East Timor's First Female Dictator Hailed As Step Forward For Women

Amivi Gama's violent rise to power has proved that women are just as capable as men when it comes to brutality and oppression.

Courageous Man Refuses To Believe He Has Cancer

On "Today Now", Peter Hedgemont shares the inspirational tale of how he has refused to let a cancer diagnosis convince him he has cancer.

Sony Releases New Stupid Piece Of Shit That Doesn't Fucking Work

Our Tech Trends reporter looks at the new gizmo Sony promises will revolutionize the way consumers become infuriated by goddamn blinking TV box things.

FDA Approves Depressant Drug For The Annoyingly Cheerful

Made by Pfizer, Despondex is the first drug designed to treat the symptoms of excessive perkiness.

Tom Coughlin Retires From Family To Spend More Time With Team

The Giants Coach said he valued the years he spent with his family, but wants to focus on more important things now.

Are Reality Shows Setting Unrealistic Standards For Skanks?

Our panelists debate whether TV programs like "A Double Shot At Love" and "The Bad Girls Club" depict unattainable levels of skankiness.

Kim Jong Il Announces Plan To Bring Moon To North Korea

From Onion News Network International: North Korea's space program will capture the moon and bring it home, a feat no Western nation could accomplish.

How To Wax Your Floors Without Slipping, Severing Your Spine

Author Jerry Bloom visits Today Now to explain how you can make your kitchen floor shine without falling and paralyzing yourself for life.

Bratz Dolls May Give Young Girls Unrealistic Expectations Of Head Size

In Beyond The Facts, we examine how Bratz are convincing a generation of girls that to be hip and beautiful they have to have gigantic heads.

Police Say School Shooter Had History Of School Shootings

Teachers may have overlooked a number of red flags, including Bobby Knowles' turbulent home life, violent writing, and previous school shootings.

Disney Lab Unveils Its Latest Line Of Genetically Engineered Child Stars

Disney claims its latest batch of child stars is so lifelike, you'll barely be able to tell they have no souls.

Obama Promises To Stop America's Shitty Jobs From Going Overseas

In an appeal to working class voters, Barack Obama claimed his economic plan would save millions of backbreaking, mind-numbing shitty jobs.

Pre-Game Coin Toss Makes Jacksonville Jaguars Realize Randomness Of Life

After comprehending the capricious nature of fate, the Jaguars could not go through with the charade of playing a meaningless football game.

Economists Warn Anti-Bush Merchandise Market Close To Collapse

The sudden drop in demand for "Buck Fush" T-shirts and "Hail to the Chimp" posters could leave millions unemployed.

Being A Detective Who Talks To Ghosts Not As Exciting As It Looks On TV

On Today Now! paranormal detective Leonard Higgs explains that using ghosts to solve crimes actually involves a lot of paperwork.

Old, Grizzled Third-Party Candidate May Steal Support From McCain

Experts predict that Joad Cressbeckler could tip the election to Obama by attracting people who want to vote for the grouchiest candidate possible.

Hurricane Bound For Texas Slowed By Large Land Mass To The South

Texas residents are relieved that the deadly Category 5 storm just missed them, destroying a horn-shaped land mass south of them instead.

Portrayal Of Obama As Elitist Hailed As Step Forward For African Americans

Overjoyed civil rights leaders say that Barack Obama has paved the way for future black politicians to be smeared as country club snobs.

Latest Poll Reveals 430 New Demographics That Will Decide Election

The Chinese government explained that the fatal disease is caused by the excitement of the Olympics, not infected birds, as was previously reported.

Californians Gather To Celebrate Annual Wildfire Tradition

Residents took part in rituals like picking through the charred remains of their homes and feigning shock that this could happen to them.

Chinese Officials: Deadly Virus Sweeping China Is Just Olympic Fever

The Chinese government explained that the fatal disease is caused by the excitement of the Olympics, not infected birds, as was previously reported.

Astronaut Suspects NASA Using Him To Test Space's Effects On Fat People

Mission specialist Robert Barrett first became suspicious when he noticed most of his tasks involved measuring his waist and eating cookie dough.

Study: Watching Under Four Hours Of TV Impairs Ability To Mock Pop Culture

The spokesdrone will field questions deemed too dangerous for a human press secretary, whose career could be irreparably damaged by answering them.

Cosmopolitan' Institute Completes Decades-Long Study On How To Please Your Man

Cosmo scientists have finally cataloged every single way to satisfy your man's carnal cravings by stimulating his secret sex zones. ONN

Study Finds Young People Remain Apathetic About Office Politics

Organizations hope to make youth see importance of getting prime parking spaces or a new desk lamp.

The Beijing Olympics: Are They A Trap?

In The Know' panelists discuss whether our athletes will be able to escape the bamboo cages the Chinese government will try to imprison them in.

Domino's Scientists Test Limits Of What Humans Will Eat

Despite ethical concerns about testing on humans, researchers say their work was necessary to determine the boundary between garbage and food.

Chef Cooks 'Dream Omelet' From Recipe That Came To Him In A Dream

Today Now! shares a delicious omelet recipe you can make at home with just a few simple and surreal ingredients.

No Values Voters' Looking To Support Most Evil Candidate

Both candidates are stepping up their efforts to attract crucial 'no values voters' by abusing animals and murdering the elderly.

Tiny Dog Has Been Barking Nonstop For 8 Years

Pausing only to eat, the West Highland white terrier yips and yelps 24 hours a day, according to neighbors.

Volatile India-Pakistan Standoff Enters 11,680th Day

The threat of nuclear war hangs over the region with no end in sight, just as it has for the past three decades.

Congress Struggles To Come Up With Cool Name For Anti-Drug Initiative

Before a new program to combat crystal meth can be put into place, Congress has to make sure it has a really awesome name.

Bush Tours America To Survey Damage Caused By His Disastrous Presidency

President Bush will seek to comfort victims of his presidency as they try to make sense of the destruction he has caused.

Entertainment Scientists Warn Miley Cyrus Will Be Depleted by 2013

Unless Americans turn to alternative sources of entertainment, the 'Hannah Montana' star will soon be completely tapped out.

Supreme Court Rules Death Penalty Is 'Totally Badass'

Despite arguments against capital punishment, the Justices overwhelmingly approved its use, especially if they get to participate in some executions.

High School Tony Awards Honor Nation's Biggest Drama Club Nerds

High school theater's brightest stars gathered last night to see who would take home the coveted award for Most Awkward Kiss.

Study Finds Most Children Not In Favor Of Children's Healthcare

A recent survey of children found that they are overwhelmingly opposed to increased doctor visits and vaccinations.

Warcraft' Sequel Lets Gamers Play A Character Playing 'Warcraft'

World Of World Of Warcraft's amazing level of detail makes players feel like they are actually in a cramped, dark apartment playing World Of Warcraft.

U.S. Finally Gets Around To Closing Final WWII Internment Camp

White House Press Secretary Debra Browning reminds reporters that there were 20 other camps that the U.S. successfully closed on time.

New Wearable Feedbags Let Americans Eat More, Move Less

Fast food giant Yum! Brands believes its new feedbags will make it even easier for Americans to constantly be eating.

Genetic Scientists Develop Sheep With Brain Of A Goat

After years of experiments and tens of millions of dollars, scientists have finally created a sheep that thinks and acts like a goat.

2-Year-Old Donkey Called Up To Pro Donkey Basketball League

Today Now! talks with a diet book author who reveals that many things are surprisingly edible when you are driven mad by hunger.

Diet Book Author Advocates New 'No Food Diet'

Today Now! talks with a diet book author who reveals that many things are surprisingly edible when you are driven mad by hunger.

Horrific 120-Car Pileup A Sad Reminder Of Princess Diana's Death

As the wreckage from the massive car wreck continues to smolder, one can't help but think of the accident that claimed the life of the People's Princess.

Historic 'Blockbuster' Store Offers Glimpse Of How Movies Were Rented In The Past

The Blockbuster Video Living Museum offers tourists a glimpse of how Americans rented movies before the advent of services like Netflix and iTunes.

McCain Vows To Replace Secret Service With His Own Bare Fists

John McCain claims that if elected he would save taxpayers millions by eliminating the Secret Service and defending himself instead.

Age-Progression Technology Indicates Missing Child A Prostitute By Now

Today Now! utilizes computer technology to show a mother how rampant drug use and prostitution has ravaged her little girl's body.

NHL Star Called Up To Big Leagues To Play For NFL Team

The Miami Dolphins have drafted NHL star Alexander Ovechkin, making his dream to play professional sports a reality.

Astronauts Suffer Agonizing, High-Pitched Death After Helium Leak

In their final moments, two American astronauts display courage, honor, and squeaky voices as they struggle to patch a deadly helium leak.

Study: Nearly 80 Percent Of Roommates Got So Drunk Last Night

A survey by the Shuttleworth Research Center found that the majority of male roommates ages 18-24 got wasted off their asses the previous evening.

Wildly Popular 'Iron Man' Trailer To Be Adapted Into Full-Length Film

Embarrassed Diebold officials apologized after one of their electronic voting machines prematurely revealed the winner of our upcoming sham election.

Congress Debates Merits Of Representative's New Catchphrase

Rep. William Cummings (D-VA) defends his use of the slang word 'pronk' as a legitimate catchphrase.

Breaking News: Plight Of Missing Hikers Will Make Great Movie

Media speculation is rampant over what exciting action sequences and romantic subplots the hikers may be experiencing if they are still alive.

Suspicious Package Industry Falls On Hard Times

New security measures put in place to allay terror fears are threatening to drive suspicious package retailers out of business.

9/11 Conspiracy Theories 'Ridiculous,' Al Qaeda Says

An Al Qaeda representative says that claims the U.S. government was behind the attacks on Sept. 11th are demeaning to Al Qaeda.

Hungry FDA Official Orders Massive Pot Pie Recall

The FDA is urging all Americans in possession of flaky, delicious pot pies to turn them in to FDA headquarters as soon as possible.

China Celebrates Its Status As World's Number One Air Polluter

China revels in a UN report that found it has the highest smog levels in the world, a sure sign of China's progress and prosperity.

Today Now! Host Tracy Gill Recommends New Tracy Gill Biography

Tracy Gill talks with the author of a new book about the morning show diva we all love to hate: Tracy Gill.

Army Holds Annual 'Bring Your Daughter To War' Day

Girls between the ages of 8 and 14 spent the day helping their parents fight insurgents and defuse mines.

White House Press Secretary Spins Wife's Tragic Death As A Positive

Press Secretary Ted Barrett deflects questions about the gruesome car wreck that killed his wife, instead focusing on the President's agenda.

Are We Giving The Robots That Run Our Society Too Much Power?

Panelists discuss whether controversial decisions by the Robot Congress and President Executron indicate robots have too much control over our lives.

Report: American Schools Trail Behind World In Aptitude Of Child Soldiers

Public schools are under fire after a shocking new study finds U.S. children lag far behind their international peers in subjects like rifle assembly and mine defusing.

Queen Elizabeth II Will Leave Behind Long Legacy Of Waving

As Queen Elizabeth II becomes the oldest-ever British Monarch, the Onion News Network takes a look at some of the most significant waving moments from her reign.

International Scandal: Don Cheadle Planned Darfur Genocide To Create Film Role

UN officials confirmed that Hotel Rwanda star Don Cheadle funded the genocide in Darfur for the purpose of starring in a film about the tragedy.

Report: Nation's Wealthy Cruelly Deprived Of True Meaning Of Christmas

The nations poor get to experience true Christmas spirit, while the wealthy, burdened by shopping and party obligations, are left out in the cold.

Should Animals Be Doing More For The Animal Rights Movement?

Panelists discuss whether animals should play a more active role in the fight for their rights by participating in marches or organizing boycotts.

Evangeline Lilly Wins 'Best Wet T-Shirt Fight Scene' At The Strong Women In TV Awards

Today Now!'s own Tracy Gill attended the Strong Women in TV Awards, which proves women on TV can be attractive and sexy.

Reporters Expose Security Lapses By Smuggling Bomb On Plane, Blowing It Up

271 are dead after an Onion News Network Special Investigative Report on airport security.

Our Troops In Iraq

The nation's oldest and most respected news analysis program hosted by Clifford Banes, the nation's oldest and most respected newsman.

Condoleezza Rice To Voyage East

The State Department releases details of Rice's upcoming diplomatic journey.

A Friend's Cancer: Good For You?

A new study finds that having sick friends may improve your physique.

Panda Demands Abortion

National Zoo's giant panda Yun Mei has set off a storm of protest. The Onion News Network's Brian Scott tells you why.

The U.S. Moat

Panelists discuss the need to protect America's borders with a moat.

Do You Remember Life Before The Segway?

Panelists discuss how the Segway personal transporter has revolutionized American life.

Report: 70% Of All Praise Sarcastic

Is that compliment real or not? A new report tells you how to know the difference.

Gap Unveils New 'For Kids By Kids' Clothing Line

The Onion News Network's Brian Scott reports on a popular new Gap clothing line hand-sewn by children overseas.

Teenagers and Alcohol

Panelists discuss how we can adequately prepare our high-school students to drink at the college level.

War On Terror

Our success in the war on terrorism may lead to other problems: Terrorist ghosts.

Al Qaeda Also Fed Up With Ground Zero Construction Delays

With the reconstruction of Ground Zero finally underway, anchor Brandon Armstrong invites two guests to discuss the progress.

J.K. Rowling Hints At Harry Potter Date Rape

Making good on her claim that the seventh and final book in the popular series will be the "darkest yet," author J.K. Rowling revealed today that a major character will be the victim of date rape.

America Braces For New Wayans Brothers Movie

One year after Little Man, panelists discuss whether America can handle another movie from the Wayans Brothers.

Study: Most Alzheimer's Patients Misdiagnosed, Say Alzheimer's Patients

Interviews with Alzheimers patients indicated that an overwhelming majority are, in fact, perfectly fine.

Liechtenstein Successfully Tests Teeny Tiny Nuclear Bomb

In violation of non-proliferation agreement, the little nation has developed an itsy bitsy arsenal of destruction.

Kim Jong-Il's Approval Rating Plummets to 120%

Panelists discuss the political repercussions of a new poll showing Kim Jong-Il's approval rating at an all time low of 120%.

Tired Of Traffic? A New DOT Report Urges Drivers: 'Honk'

The Department of Transportation reports gridlock can be eliminated by simply honking your car's horn.

U.S. Department of Lost and Found: Umbrellas and Sweaters

Have you lost something? The U.S. Department of Lost and Found helps Americans find their misplaced possessions.

Report: Many U.S. Parents Outsourcing Child Care Overseas

Due to rising domestic wages, many American parents are saving money by using unregulated overseas workers.

Live From Congress: Rep. Ingersoll's Murder of a Hobo

Congressman Robert Ingersol (R-SC) reads detailed report in the House of Representatives on his recent killing of a hobo.

Breaking News: All Online Data Lost After Internet Crash

Officials confirm that all online data has been lost after the Internet crashed and was forced to restart.

U.S. Department Of Lost And Found: We Found Your Flip Flop

If you've lost something, the U.S. Dept. of Lost and Found can help you find it. This week's featured items: a flip flop and a book.

Study: Multiple Stab Wounds May Be Harmful To Monkeys

Repeatedly stabbing monkeys with sharpened objects may have an adverse effect on their health, according to a new study.

In The Know: Are Our Children Learning Enough About Whales?

Panelists discuss a new report that found only 84% of education funding goes to teaching children about whales.

Time Releases Annual List Of Least Influential Americans

Time Magazine's eagerly anticipated annual list of the 299 million least influential Americans hits newsstands this week.

In The Know: Is Our Wealth Hurting Africa's Feelings?

Panelists discuss whether we should spare Africa's feelings by not telling them about the global economy.

NASCAR Coach Reveals Winning Strategy: 'Drive Fast'

On the eve of the Sears Classic 500, legendary NASCAR coach Dan Amon shares his strategy for driving really fast in circles.

Live From Congress: Rep. Hardy Calls For A Ladies' Night Out

Rep. Juliana Hardy's resolution would provide a well-deserved night on the town for her and best friend Rep. Lisa Jean Conroy.

Human Head Found In Hamburger

An Albany, New York man was surprised to find a human head in his Double Whopper at a local Burger King.

In The Know: Should We Be Shaming Obese Children More?

Our panelists discuss whether taunting and insults would be an effective strategy to help America's obese children lose weight.

Military Ban On Gays For Their Own Protection, Says General

Gen. McBrayer discusses how valuable homosexuals are, and why we must never put their lives at risk by allowing them in the military.

In The Know: Candidates Compete For Vital Idgit Vote

Panelists discuss the "idgit," or idiot, voter -- the unpredictable, uniformed demographic that invariably decides elections.

World's Oldest Neurosurgeon Turns 100

Nothing can stop Carl Wainwright from doing what he loves best -- performing surgery on the human brain.

Live From Congress: The Skull Fucking Bill Of 2007

U.S. Representative Benjamin Sinclair (R-Ohio) has a plan to reduce skull fucking levels in America by 5 to 7%.

Beyonce Unhurt After Bullet Miraculously Hits Passerby Instead

Tragedy was narrowly averted when a stray bullet bound for singer Beyonce thankfully struck and became lodged in a passerby.

National Lost And Found: Did You Lose A Flag Of The Marshall Islands?

If you've misplaced something, the National Department of Lost and Found is the place to turn.

Missing Girl Probably Raped

Bloomington, IN police say they have absolutely no information about a missing college student. Onion News Network reporter Alan Fisher investigates the possible rape.

In The Know: The Widening Gap Between America's Rich And Super-Rich

Panelists react to a new study that proves the gap between the wealthy and the incredibly wealthy is widening, and discuss ways to help the merely rich improve their lot.

'Students First In Line' Program To Offer Job Training At Needy Schools

The nation's poorest schools will receive extra government funding to teach their students useful skills like rifle assembly and precision marching.

In The Know: Should Americans Return To A Simpler, Stone Age Lifestyle?

Panelists reminisce about how much better things used to be 10,000 years ago.

Anonymous Philanthropist Donates 200 Human Kidneys To Hospital

Hospital officials hope to locate the good Samaritan that dropped off a sack of human organs in the middle of the night so they can thank him.

O-SPAN: Delicious Snacks Distract Congressmen From Horrors Of War

A congressional committee discussing Iraq War casualty levels approves of the tasty chips and salsa Rep. Norman Fisher (D-RI) brought to the hearing.

Obama To Hold Performance Reviews With All American Workers

The President says the purpose of the performance reviews is to have a little face time to make sure we're all on the same page going forward.