Commerce vacancy forces quick pick (The San Francisco Examiner)

No go: New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson says he is withdrawing his nomination to be President-elect Barack Obama’s commerce secretary amid a grand jury investigation.

Hideo Kojima Starting from 'Zero' in 2009 (1up.com)

It's a new year, and new years mean resolutions. But while you're trying to lose weight or go on a vacation to Mexico, Hideo Kojima is resolving to put Kojima Productions on equal footing with western studios. The man thinks big. In an interview with Famitsu (via Develop ), Kojima said that Kojima Productions was starting "from zero" in 2009, making it a very important year for ...

Alternatives to Renting Luxury Vacation Homes Make Traveling a Breeze (Lexington Clipper-Herald)

(ARA) - Planning a family vacation can be difficult. Finding the right condo or home to rent can be time consuming in itself, let alone getting all the groceries and supplies you need after you arrive. If your vacation is more work than relaxation, it's time to look at alternatives.

Motorcycle Diary: Former Rainier man travels 40,000 miles across Africa, South America (The Daily News)

Growing up in Rainier, a big trip for me was the annual hunting excursion to Eastern Oregon or a short holiday vacation on the Oregon Coast.

Source says Perry, McCoy have broken up (UPI)

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 3 (UPI) -- U.S. singers Katy Perry and Travis McCoy have ended their romantic relationship following a vacation in Mexico, a source says.