Today, the House voted 239-129 to pass the surveillance bill that will expand the National Security Agency’s controversial program to eavesdrop on U.S. citizens’ communications without warrants.

Every summer, New Jersey faces severe blood shortages. This year is no exception, and Health officials at the State government are encouraging workplace donations during the next month. See video …

Presumptive Democratic nominee Sen. Barack Obama — who smashed fundraising records during his primary run — said Thursday that he has decided to opt out of public financing for the general election, making him the first candidate to do so since 1976. See the Reporters’ Blog on NewsHour.

“A violent campaign has been unleashed on the public since Mugabe lost majority control of Parliament in the first round of voting. Rural areas have been especially hard hit. The army, police and armed youth militias have been on the warpath, punishing rural voters for their loss.” Read rest of story at Frontline/World.

Gas prices are hitting record highs this summer, and American drivers are definitely feeling the pain at the pump. But, some businesses are finding creative solutions to help their employees …