Posted by news intern Sarah Lloyd.

Blame Italy: "[N]ational identity is putting a xenophobic twist on support for Amanda Knox," who was sentenced to 26 years in prison yesterday for murder.

Maurice Clemmons's Sister: Taken into custody for allegedly helping suspected cop killer elude police.

Sketchy and Sad: A Moses Lake doctor has been accused of unprofessional conduct for performing breast reduction and liposuction surgery on a 15-year-old girl.

Happy Hannukah: Seattle Atheists and Chabad of Washington are the only two groups to apply for holiday displays at the Capitol; no Christmas displays have been applied for.

Living With Robots Could Be Difficult: "What happens if a robot crushes your foot, chases your cat off a ledge or smacks your baby?"

Good News From the Labor Department!: Obama re-writes speech at the last minute due to improving unemployment data.

Actually, That's a Really Good Idea: Republican senators Coburn and Vitter introduce an amendment that would force all senators to enroll in public-option health care as a joke, but Democratic senators Franken and Dodd sign on.

Adulterers Anonymous: Star Jones says Tiger Woods should talk to Barbara Walters since she's such a hussy.

Roman Polanski: He's on house arrest after posting $4.5 million bail on child-rape charges.

NATO: Commits 7,000 additional soldiers to Afghanistan.

Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time: Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has declared a national day of mourning after indoor fireworks caused a huge fire at a Russian nightclub, killing at least 109 people.

Today in the Philippines: Martial Law has been declared in the province of Maguindanao after November 23 massacre.

This robot is not smacking your baby—it just wants to dance!