A softcover copy of the first Harry Potter book has sold for just over $19,000, according to a Dallas auction house. ...more

March 10, 2009

DALLAS (AP) -- A softcover copy of the first Harry Potter book has sold for just over $19,000, according to a Dallas auction house. "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" was one of only 200 copies from the first printing issued with illustrated wrappers by London publisher Bloomsbury. The 1997 work about the boy wizard was published in the United States as "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" and includes an illustrated card signed by author J. K. Rowling. ...more

March 9, 2009

It's a big Tuesday when you can say you'll find a new Britney Spears CD and a new Harry Potter book (sort of) on the shelves. For good measure, we'll throw in a Will Ferrell movie. ...more

December 2, 2008

When you're selling "Grand Theft Auto," who needs advertising? ...more

May 9, 2008

GAINESVILLE— The University of Florida asked state investigators Tuesday to review campus officers' use of a Taser during a forum with Sen. John Kerry, on a persistent questioner who is known for posting practical jokes online. Video of Monday's takedown of the 21-year-old student was replayed extensively on TV and the Internet. University President Bernie Machen called the confrontation "regretful" and said two officers were placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the probe. ...more

September 18, 2007