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Man Rows Solo Across the Atlantic

March 31, 2008 10:36 AM

Sam Williams, 24, described his 75-day, 3,700-mile odyssey across the ocean. Find out more about Sam's journey and the charity that he raised money for.

March 31, 2008 | Permalink

Mom Reunited With Lost Son

March 31, 2008 10:31 AM

Tiffany Rubin was reunited with her 7-year-old son Kobe Lee last week after her ex-boyfriend, Kobe's father, had taken the boy abroad to his native South Korea after their custody battle. Hope was dim until an online tip about Kobe's whereabouts produced a new lead. Rubin traveled to South Korea to get her son back with the help of the American Association for Lost Children.  Find out more about the American Association for Lost Children

March 31, 2008 | Permalink

Your Three Words

March 29, 2008 11:38 AM

Every week GMA viewers send in video clips that sum up their week in just three words.  Click here to find out how to submit yours.

March 29, 2008 | Permalink

Pine Tree Destruction and Aspen Environment Forum

March 28, 2008 7:55 AM

An outbreak of mountain pine beetles is destroying millions of acres of American forests. Sam Champion reported on the devastation today from Aspen, Colorado. Click here to find out more about the beetle epidemic and the Aspen Environment Forum.

March 28, 2008 | Permalink

Want To Save On Organic Food?

March 28, 2008 7:51 AM

Shopping organic doesn't have to break the bank. GMA teamed up with Shop Smart magazine to find new ways to save. Click here to get their tips to cut down on your bill.

March 28, 2008 | Permalink

Alton Brown's Delish New Dishes

March 28, 2008 7:47 AM

Food Network star Alton Brown shared recipes from his latest cookbook, 'Feasting on Asphalt' on GMA today. ' Click here to get Alton's recipes for Wisconsin 'Mess,' Pecan Pie and Bread Pudding. 

March 28, 2008 | Permalink

Is There A Gay Gene?

March 28, 2008 7:39 AM

Scientists hope to demonstrate genetic link to sexuality. Click here to learn more about what their research has discovered.

March 28, 2008 | Permalink

Doctors Not Concerned by US FDA Probing Safety of Merck's Singulair

March 28, 2008 7:37 AM

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced an investigation Wednesday examining a link between suicide and Merck's popular allergy and asthma drug, Singulair. Click here to read more.

March 28, 2008 | Permalink

Eco-Friendly Decorating

March 27, 2008 10:06 AM

Get tips from Sam Champion and Glamour magazine on decorating and painting with environmentally friendly products. Click here for this week's Just One Thing.

March 27, 2008 | Permalink

Email GMA Gets Answers

March 27, 2008 10:02 AM

Do you have a story you'd like GMA Gets Answers to look into? Click here to send an email and share your story.

March 27, 2008 | Permalink

Tory Answers Viewer Questions About Workplace Bullying

March 27, 2008 9:59 AM

Many "GMA" viewers e-mailed with stories and questions about their own experiences dealing with bullies at work. Workplace contributor Tory Johnson answers some of those questions.

March 27, 2008 | Permalink

Transgender Man Says He's Pregnant

March 26, 2008 11:38 AM

After chest reconstruction and testosterone therapy, an Oregon man is pregnant. Click here to read more and tell us what you think.

March 26, 2008 | Permalink

Teach Your Child How To Handle Money

March 26, 2008 8:54 AM

A recent survey shows that most parents are afraid to talk to their kids about money. Click here to for advice on teaching your child how to handle their finances.

March 26, 2008 | Permalink

Are You Being Bullied At Work?

March 26, 2008 8:48 AM

Bullying in the workplace is no joking matter. Click here to get Tory Johnson's expert advice.

March 26, 2008 | Permalink

Stickybot: Amazing Robotic Lizard

March 26, 2008 8:28 AM

Find out why the State Department wants to fund research of these amazing new robots. Click here to learn more about Stickybots.

March 26, 2008 | Permalink

Dancing With the 'GMA' Anchors

March 25, 2008 12:43 PM

Dancing With the 'GMA' Anchors

Dance with the Stars, or just your friends. The Jib Jab Web site lets you create your own dancing bodies.  Check out what happened when animated versions of Diane, Robin, Chris and Sam got down. Click here to make your own video.

March 25, 2008 | Permalink

Where Can I Get Those Chips?

March 25, 2008 12:33 PM

Where Can I Get Those Chips?

Diane, Robin, Chris and Sam tasted several interesting chip flavors this morning. Some were a hit with them and the audience, while others left a less than pleasing taste in their mouths. Click here to find out where you can get your hands on those chips.

March 25, 2008 | Permalink

Create a Backyard Oasis in Desert Drought

March 25, 2008 12:28 PM

Las Vegas Gambles on Desert Landscaping to Save Water

A shrinking water supply combined with the growing population is one of the most pressing issues facing Las Vegas. The water shortage is reaching crisis proportions. City planners are paying people to participate in desert landscaping to save water.  Click here to learn how to create your own desert oasis.

March 25, 2008 | Permalink

Learn the Secrets to Living Longer

March 25, 2008 12:25 PM

Finding the Keys to Longevity

Blue Zones are areas around the globe where people live longer lives, often in better health than most places. These blue zones have certain qualities in common that you can recreate in your own life. Read more about Blue Zones and get tips on living longer.

March 25, 2008 | Permalink

Moulton's Recipes: Balsamic Chx & Lasanga

March 24, 2008 8:55 AM

Chef Sara Moulton Has A New TV Show To Help You Make Simple, Delicious Meals On Busy Weekday Nights

After a day at the office, or running around after the kids, or both - it's not easy to whip up a healthy meal for your family. 'GMA' Food Editor Sara Moulton has come to your rescue. Click here to get Sara's full recipes.

March 24, 2008 | Permalink

Chimps Kick Back At Monkey Haven

March 21, 2008 1:48 PM

A custody battle rages over six chimps in Louisiana. Click here to see more pictures of these adorable animals hanging out at Chimp Haven.

March 21, 2008 | Permalink

Want To Learn More About Organ Donation?

March 21, 2008 1:44 PM

An adopted man who found his biological family and was able to save his long-lost brother's life by donating a kidney. Click here to read more about the story and find out about organ donation.

March 21, 2008 | Permalink

Sandwich Generation: Caring For Parents and Kids

March 20, 2008 8:18 AM

Millions of Americans are now caring for both their parents and their children. Click here to learn more about the Sandwich Geneartion and help that is available from the National Social Workers Association. 

March 20, 2008 | Permalink

Solar-Powered Packs

March 20, 2008 8:09 AM

It's easy to be green on the go. Just grab one of these solar-paneled bags and charge your accessories with clean energy. Click here to learn more about these amazing bags.

March 20, 2008 | Permalink

Stunning Animal Migration In Sudan

March 20, 2008 8:07 AM

Bob Woodruff reported today on phenomenal developments in war-torn Sudan. Click here to learn more about this incredible animal migration.

March 20, 2008 | Permalink

G. Garvin's Simple and Delicious Recipes

March 20, 2008 8:03 AM

On 'GMA' today celebrity Chef G. Garvin cooked up Casserole, Bean Salad and Strawberry Shortcakes. Click here to get recipes from Garvin's new book.

March 20, 2008 | Permalink

Could Your Marriage Survive an Affair?

March 19, 2008 1:25 PM

When New York's newly inaugurated governor, David Paterson, admitted this week that both he and his wife had had extramarital affairs, the bombshell highlighted a problem many married Americans face. Should you stay or go when a spouse cheats, and how can you fix your marriage?  Click here to share your opinion.

March 19, 2008 | Permalink

Link Up With the Rocks' Charity Groups

March 19, 2008 8:58 AM

Philanthropist Malaak Compton-Rock has dedicated her life to humanitarian issues. She appeared on "Good Morning America" today and discussed how she and her husband, actor and comedian Chris Rock, help provide educational funding, goods and services in poverty-stricken areas of Johannesburg, South Africa. Click here to find out more.

March 19, 2008 | Permalink

Pamper Your Pets: Hottest New Toys

March 19, 2008 8:55 AM

Amazing New Products For Your Dogs, Cats, Fish, Birds and Much More

Nowadays there are more options than ever to pamper your pup, cherish your cat and treat all of your animals.

In fact, Americans spend $41 billion a year on their pets – that's more than they spend on going to the movies, playing video games and listening to recorded music combined. Click here to read more.

March 19, 2008 | Permalink

Seniors Get Fit On Playgrounds

March 18, 2008 8:53 AM

It's the hottest new trend for seniors in the U.K. Click here to read more about the +65 set are getting fit on the playgrounds.

March 18, 2008 | Permalink

Excerpt: 'Million Not Enough'

March 18, 2008 6:50 AM

Author Michael Farr Says You Can Start Saving in Your 30s, 40s or 50s

In his new book, author Michael Farr aims to help you save enough money for your retirement.

Farr gives tips on how consumers can begin building $1 million in liquid assets they'll need to support themselves for the 20-plus years they'll survive after their retirement. Click here to read an excerpt.

March 18, 2008 | Permalink

Best New Bras and Tips for the Perfect Fit

March 18, 2008 6:47 AM

Glamour Mag Editor Helps Get You the Comfort, Cleavage and Curves You Want

One in every three American women wears the wrong size bra, according to Glamour magazine.

To help make sense of the endless styles and sizes to choose from, fashion editor Suze Yalof Schwartz and her team of experts offer these tips to keep in mind on your next shopping trip. Click here to find out which bra is best for you.

March 18, 2008 | Permalink

Prevent Tax Time Identity Theft

March 18, 2008 6:44 AM

Wendy Bounds Gives Advice on Protecting Your Tax Refund

Tax time is a stressful time for many Americans as they prepare to count every deduction and balance the books by the ever-looming April 15. But with the digital age has come an additional concern — identity theft. Click here to learn tips on protecting yourself.

March 18, 2008 | Permalink

Amazing Gas Solutions

March 17, 2008 12:36 PM

With sky-rocketing gas prices, consumers are getting creative.  Click here to find out more about the "mileage master," electric car and vegetable oil solutions on GMA this morning.

March 17, 2008 | Permalink

Sheryl Crow's Exclusive Performance

March 15, 2008 3:50 PM

Sheryl Crow gave an exclusive acapella performance for "Good Morning America Weekend." Click here to watch Crow perform "Bless This Mess."

March 15, 2008 | Permalink

The Wounded Warrior Project

March 15, 2008 2:29 PM

As GMA Weekend reports live from Iraq, viewers want to know what they can do to help. Click here to learn more about the Wounded Warrior Project.

March 15, 2008 | Permalink

Recipes: Pam Anderson's New Way to Eat

March 14, 2008 7:51 AM

Chef Pam Anderson's recipes will help you lose weight, without sacrificing taste. Click here to get recipes from her new book "The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight & Eating Great."

March 14, 2008 | Permalink

Candy Cure: Lollipop Claims to Fight Cavities

March 14, 2008 7:48 AM

A UCLA scientist says he has developed an anti-germ lollipop that can help fight cavities. Click here to find out more about these licorice-based lollipops.

March 14, 2008 | Permalink

Do's and Don'ts: Find A New Job

March 14, 2008 7:47 AM

Are you trying to look for a job you want, but having trouble because you're still at the job you don't? Click here to get Tory Johnson's tips for your undercover job search.

March 14, 2008 | Permalink

Charlize Theron's Africa Outreach Project

March 13, 2008 11:31 AM

Oscar-winning actress Charlize Theron is starring in the upcoming film "Sleepwalking." Click here to learn more about Charlize's charity work in South Africa.

March 13, 2008 | Permalink

'Who Knew': National Geographic

March 13, 2008 8:51 AM

Watch more of National Geographic's "Who Knew" with host Marshall Brain. Click here to see more 'Who Knew' experiments with how things work.

March 13, 2008 | Permalink

Sam Champion: Human Beehive

March 13, 2008 7:29 AM

Good Morning America's Sam Champion braved his worst fears this morning, as thousands of stinging bees swarmed him in GMA's final installment of the "I Dare You" series. Click here to learn more about the Dare and Colony Collapse Disorder -- the mystery bee crisis.

March 13, 2008 | Permalink

Is Corn Making You Fat?

March 13, 2008 7:21 AM

New documentary, "King Corn" exposes the ubiquity and potential harm of the staple crop. Click here to learn more.

 

March 13, 2008 | Permalink

Meet the Wow O Wow Women

March 12, 2008 8:42 AM

Remarkable women over 40 invite you to join in an online conversation.  Click here to find out more and visit www.wowowow.com.

March 12, 2008 | Permalink

Want To Work From Home?

March 12, 2008 8:35 AM

Tory Johnson shows you how easy it is to work from home. Click here to get Tory's tips.

March 12, 2008 | Permalink

Elizabeth Smart: 5 Years Later

March 12, 2008 8:32 AM

Smart says she's enjoying her life at college these days, but still fears her abductors.  Find out more about how she's coping by clicking here.

March 12, 2008 | Permalink

College Cheerleading Not So Cheerful

March 11, 2008 11:26 AM

Excerpt: 'Cheer!: Three Teams on a Quest for College Cheerleading's Ultimate Prize'

Cheerleading may look like fun and games, but according to author Kate Torgovnick's new book, it's serious business.

"Cheer!" takes a dive into the competitive college cheerleading world and gives an intimate look at the sport. Torgovnick followed three highly ranked teams during the 2006-2007 season: the University Lumberjacks of Nacogdoches, Tex.; the Southern University Jaguars of Baton Rouge, La.; and the University of Memphis All-Girl Tigers. Read an excerpt here.

March 11, 2008 | Permalink

Tori Spelling Is Telling All in New Book

March 11, 2008 11:06 AM

Read About Tori Spelling's Childhood, Career and New Role as a Reality TV Star and Mom

Prologue:
When you're a kid, you don't worry what anyone thinks. You go around saying whatever pops into your head or picking your teeth, and it never occurs to you that someone might think you're gross, awkward, or ridiculous. That was me — picking my nose, snorting when I laughed, wearing white after Labor Day — I just was who I was. Click here to continue reading.

March 11, 2008 | Permalink

Adopted Son, Mom Search for Bio Dad

March 11, 2008 11:01 AM

After Mother and Son Reunite, Two Begin Search for Father

A mother and the son with whom she reunited after giving him up for adoption four decades ago are now searching for the missing dad to complete their family.
For Madelon Sprague, a summer of love during the mid 1960s in Aspen, Colo., resulted in an unplanned pregnancy. Worried about the stigma of single motherhood, she never told David, the baby's father, she was pregnant. Click here to read more.

March 11, 2008 | Permalink

Recipes: How to Eat for $60 a Week

March 11, 2008 10:56 AM

Nutrition Educator Jodi Balis Spends $60 or Less a Week on Food

The Department of Agriculture's thrifty food plan for 2008 suggests a budget of $77 a week for two people. But nutrition educator Jodi Balis challenges herself to do it for $60 a week or less.

You won't see pricey packaged or processed food in Balis's pantry. "It is ultimately cheaper to cook from scratch, as opposed to buying convenience foods," Balis says. Click here to learn how you can save.

March 11, 2008 | Permalink

Weigh In: Car Wash Mom Under Pressure

March 11, 2008 9:54 AM

Fla. Mother Under High Pressure After Spraying Daughter at Car Wash

A 22-year-old Florida mother who was videotaped using a pressure hose on her toddler at a car wash said she was shocked when police charged her.

Niurka Ramirez said that she didn't want to spank her 2-year-old when she began having a temper tantrum at the car wash and that she was only trying to calm her daughter.

Click here to read more of the story and weigh in.

March 11, 2008 | Permalink

How to Protect Yourself in a Recession

March 10, 2008 11:26 AM

Recession 101: What Are the Signs?

Though the country is not yet officially in a recession, some economists argue the signs are pointing to one.

A dismal job report released Friday added to recession fears. With all the chatter about whether there is or isn't a recession, it can be difficult to determine your next move.  Click here to learn more.

March 10, 2008 | Permalink

Why Good People Do Bad Things

March 10, 2008 11:17 AM

Debbie Ford's New Book Helps Us Understand Our Dark Sides

In her new book, best-selling author Debbie Ford tries to explain "Why Good People Do Bad Things: How To Stop Being Your Own Worst Enemy." The book delves into the forces that compel people to live by their values and the ones that hold people back while sabotaging their dreams.  Click here to read an excerpt of the book.

March 10, 2008 | Permalink

Take Control: Where Are the Hot Jobs?

March 10, 2008 11:11 AM

Find Out Which Job Sectors Continue Growing in This Slowing Economy

Even on the heels of the dismal job numbers, I've spent the last three weeks on the road putting on career fairs across the country and I've seen firsthand as dozens of employers in all fields -- from aerospace to retail -- are hiring.  Click here to learn more.

March 10, 2008 | Permalink

How Do You Say "GMA"?

March 10, 2008 11:07 AM

Tell the world how you say "Good Morning America." Upload your I SAY GMA video now, and watch for your video to appear on Good Morning America.
Click here to learn how.

March 10, 2008 | Permalink

Recession-Proof Your Job

March 08, 2008 11:56 AM

Learn how to protect your job in a shaky economy. GMA Contributor Tory Johnson shares her tips.

Click here for Tory's tips.

March 8, 2008 | Permalink

Sweepstakes Tips: How to Spot a Scam

March 08, 2008 11:49 AM

Remember: A sweepstakes should not require you to make a purchase or give personal financial information.

Click here to find out what the Federal Trade Commission reccomends to avoid being duped.

March 8, 2008 | Permalink

Enter Emeril's Breakfast in Bed Contest

March 07, 2008 8:16 AM

Does your mom deserve breakfast in bed from Chef Emeril Lagasse?

Give your mom an unforgettable Mother's Day gift. Write an essay and tell us why she deserves breakfast in bed prepared by Emeril. What makes her special -- has she overcome obstacles or go above and beyond to help others?

Click here to find out how to enter the Breakfast in Bed Contest.

March 7, 2008 | Permalink

Debate Rages Anew on Vaccine-Autism Link

March 07, 2008 8:03 AM

Family Talks to GMA About Daughter's Autism

Top federal health authorities say that vaccines do not cause autism after government health officials acknowledged that a vaccine, by worsening an underlying genetic condition, may have triggered autismlike symptoms in one girl. 

Read more about the story and weigh in.

March 7, 2008 | Permalink

Good Housekeeping's Spring Cleaning Product Picks

March 07, 2008 7:58 AM

The Good Housekeeping Research Institute tested five innovative new products that it recommends to make cleaning easier, from catching those hard-to-reach dust bunnies to ironing the spring clothes that have been in storage all winter.

Click here to get information about the products.

March 7, 2008 | Permalink

Find Out About Laura Day's Online Workshop

March 07, 2008 7:54 AM

Author and Life Coach Teaches "Practical Intuition"

Laura Day will host an online event this Saturday, March 8, called "How to Run Your Life From Your Couch," in which she'll introduce participants to "practical intuition."

Click here to find out more about the online workshop.

March 7, 2008 | Permalink

Myths About Mind and Mood Revealed

March 06, 2008 8:23 AM

Mental Health Misperceptions Abound, Psychiatric Experts Say

For some people, the idea of a mind or mood disorder conjures up visions of "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" -- odd characters talking to themselves or spontaneously shouting out nonsense.

The reality is, mind and mood disorders are no different from any other physical health problem. They are real, they are treatable, and ordinary people can suffer from them.  Click here for more.

March 6, 2008 | Permalink

Excerpt: 'Christ the Lord: The Road to Cana'

March 06, 2008 6:46 AM

Read an excerpt from Anne Rice's new book. The author of "Interview With The Vampire" discussed her second book on the life of Christ on GMA this morning.

March 6, 2008 | Permalink

Go Green: Heat Your Home With Clean Energy

March 05, 2008 3:49 PM

Green Heat: The New Generation of Fireplaces and Wood Stoves
To go "green," the Environmental Protection Agency is recommending you retrofit your old fireplace with a pellet insert, a vented gas fireplace or the new generation of wood stoves.

Click here to get more infomation on new, green appliances such as the Quadra-Fire Pellet Insert, Jotul Wood Stove, Regency Dierct-Vent Fireplace and many more links.

March 5, 2008 | Permalink

Home Remedies For Life's Little Problems

March 05, 2008 11:35 AM

Home Remedies for Head-to-Toe Health

Home remedies are a staple of natural medicine. They are cheap and fast, often work just as well as a drugstore fix, and may be as near as your spice cabinet, refrigerator or laundry room. To update your arsenal, we asked seven experts to share their latest discoveries, from headache panaceas to simple solutions for stiff backs, indigestion, charley horses and more. Here are their surprising, patient-tested contributions.

Click here for more home cures.

March 5, 2008 | Permalink

Famed Basketball Coach Details Her Struggles

March 05, 2008 11:15 AM

Excerpt: 'Standing Tall'

Coach C. Vivian Stringer gained national attention for the way she lead the Rutgers women's basketball team after a racial firestorm.

Controversial comments by talk show host Don Imus removed the focus from her team's April 2007 loss against  University of Tennessee in the final game of the NCAA women's basketball championship and placed it on her close-knit team's reaction to Imus' heavily criticized comments.

Click here to read an excerpt of her autobiography.

March 5, 2008 | Permalink

Aunt Jemima Pancake Mixes Recalled

March 05, 2008 10:39 AM

Quaker Oats recalled some of its popular Aunt Jemima pancake mixes because of the risk of illness from salmonella. The recall includes 1,000 cases in 17 states containing Aunt Jemima Pancake and Waffle Mix.

Click here for more information about the recall.

March 5, 2008 | Permalink

Enter 'GMA' and Babytalk's Annual Cover Contest

March 05, 2008 9:20 AM

Send a Photo That Shows Off Your Little Cutie's Charm and Personality

Is your baby a cover girl or cover boy? Babytalk magazine and "Good Morning America" are sponsoring the ninth annual Cover Contest.

Just snap a photo that captures your little one's personality and charm (no professional photos, please!) -- and enter it in the contest by clicking here to visit parenting.com/babytalk.

March 5, 2008 | Permalink

John McCain's Ribs & Obama Family Chili

March 04, 2008 4:25 PM

Try Out Recipes for Two of the Presidential Candidates' Signature Dishes

Obama has been using this chili recipe since college and says he would bring it to any potluck party. He says he can't reveal all the secrets, but if you make it right, it's just got the right amount of bite, the right amount of oomph in it, and it will clear your sinuses.

Read more here.

March 4, 2008 | Permalink

Excerpt: 'Instamatic Karma'

March 04, 2008 3:41 PM

May Pang Reveals HerLennon Photos for the First Time in the Book

Music icon John Lennon has been immortalized thousands of times in pictures and photographs, but perhaps none are as personal as May Pang's snapshots of the Beatle. In "Instamatic Karma," Pang, who was Lennon's girlfriend from 1973 to 1975, goes public for the first time with some of the couple's most personal pictures. The photos show Lennon at work and at play, and offer important insight into the character of one of the world's most popular musicians.

Read an excerpt of "Instamatic Karma" here.

March 4, 2008 | Permalink