Toyota says no evidence "runaway" Prius happened

SAN DIEGO (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp said on Monday it had found no evidence to support the driver's version of a widely publicized "runaway" Prius episode a week ago, suggesting that authorities examine whether the incident happened as reported to police.

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Senate Banking Committee Chairman Chris Dodd (D-CT) unveils his financial reform substitute on Capitol Hill in Washington, March 15, 2010. Dodd on Monday unveiled a bill to revamp U.S. financial rules that would place a consumer protection agency within the Federal Reserve and give the central bank new powers over non-bank financial firms.  Credit: Reuters/Jason Reed

Dodd: New powers for the Fed

The Federal Reserve would wield new powers and keep much of its authority over banks under a new financial reform bill proposal.  Full Article 

Russian soldiers march during a military parade rehearsal in Red Square Moscow, November 3, 2005. REUTERS/Viktor Korotayev

Western firms may quit Russia

Extortion by corrupt officials in Russia has become so bad that some Western multinationals are considering pulling out altogether.   Full Article 

A foreign visitor has her fingerprints taken at the International Arrivals Building at Dulles International Airport in Sterling, Virginia, March 16, 2005 file photo. REUTERS

A unique trail of germs

People leave more than fingerprints when they touch stuff -- they also deposit a tell-tale trail of germs that could help investigators solve crimes.  Full Article 

A screenshot of "Twestival" commerical

Tweeters unite for charity

The global Twitter community is getting offline for a day in an effort to help raise money for education though "Twestival".   Video 

A doctor puts his hand over his chest during a "House call" rally against proposed healthcare reform legislation at the Capitol in Washington November 5, 2009. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque

In doctors some don't trust

That iPhone you’re packing comes with a truly killer app -- one that could get you "fired" by your doctor.  Commentary 

Handout photo of author Michael Lewis. REUTERS/Handout
Coming Up Tuesday, March 16:

A live chat with Michael Lewis

Have a question for Michael Lewis? Submit them here. The author of "The Blind Side" and "The Liar's Poker" will be joining us March 16th to talk about his new book.  Live Coverage 

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