Wednesday

Third of Earth 'a desert' by 2100 Leading climate scientists say extreme drought awaits, due to global warming. Bush 'disgusted' with Foley, praises Hastert Pres. expresses confidence in embattled Speaker, calls him 'father, teacher, coach.'

Libel suits targeting bloggers, websites Growing number of lawsuits over postings spark debate over speech, libel law. Vandals kill 200-yr-old 'Tree of Knowledge' Celebrated Australian gum tree killed by pesticides poured around trunk.