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Duchess Kate's official portrait unveiled Video: The first painted portrait of the Duchess of Cambridge was unveiled Friday morning at the National Portrait Gallery in London. The duchess called the painting 'amazing.'	Miss D.C.: Breast surgery will save my life Miss District of Columbia, Allyn Rose, is in a fight for her life, and it's not just for the title of Miss America. She tells the AP why she's planning to get a pre-emptive double mastectomy after her pageant season ends.	Orcas free after being trapped in ice in Quebec A pod of orcas captured the world's attention after being trapped in the ice of Hudson Bay. The good news? They've managed to escape.
U.S. emergency rooms inundated with flu patients Video: Forty-one states are battling widespread influenza outbreaks early in virus' season.	Floral bouquets in Ukraine encased in ice Video: An exhibition of flowers encased in ice was on display in Kiev, Ukraine. The organizers said the bouquets included more than a thousand different species of flowers from all over the world.	Paula Deen's new rules of eating helped her lose weight Video: After learning she has Type 2 diabetes, Paula Deen changed her eating habits to shed pounds.
Only country to track happiness may not be so happy after all Video: The tiny Buddhist nation of Bhutan has gained international acclaim by measuring progress with a Gross National Happiness indicator, and not GDP. But not everybody is happy to be so focused on happiness.	Hot-air balloon wedding crash caught on tape Video: Wedding party braces for a crash-landing after operator loses control of balloon.	Teacher tranquilizes deer in classroom Video: A teacher and two students were shocked by a deer smashing into their classroom through a window.

Polar bear cub at Scandinavian wildlife park raised by hand Video: A Danish zoo says a month-old polar bear cub is being raised by humans after his mother failed to produce enough milk to feed him.	'Ninja Cow' had an excuse for udderly unbovine behavior Video: It took a team of cowboys to capture the elusive 'Ninja Cow' of Plattsmouth, Neb. She fell off a cattle truck three months ago, and now she's a local celebrity.	Space race 2.0 takes off Video: Where nations used to compete to get into space, now the competition focuses on private businesses, pouring hundreds of millions of dollars into next-generation spaceships.
Woman faces jail time for feeding ducks and geese Video: Claire Butcher, 80, has spent 45 years feeding local water fowl, but officials in Lynn, Mass., have slapped her with criminal charges, saying that the influx of birds is causing a major problem.	Rhino horn theft ring strikes again Video: In museums across Europe, rhinoceros horns have been the target of thieves at least 30 times this year, as they go for $99,000 per kilo.	Donkeys get last laugh as one Greek tragedy ends happily Video: Donkeys are being abandoned at a growing pace by Greek owners who can't afford them, but some animal refuges are giving the donkeys new homes.
Persistent smog blankets China Video: Chinese residents are growing more outspoken about the 'fog' — but now accurately calling it 'smog' — that blankets cities like Beijing.	Angry farmers dump 40 snakes in India tax office Video: Two farmers in India dump snakes inside a government tax office over allegations of bribery.	Hungry deer wipe out Christmas tree farm Video: A herd of hungry deer wipes out a Christmas tree farm in Iowa.

Child model with Down syndrome inspires thousands Video: Ryan Langston, 6, has everything a casting director would want in a child model: charisma, a hip haircut and a knockout smile. He also has Down syndrome — which got everyone talking.	Ringing cellphone halts New York Philharmonic Video: The conductor of the New York Philharmonic stops the orchestra when a cellphone rings repeatedly.	Tank collapse causes flooding at Atlanta Boat Show Video: The tank was used for wakeboarding at the Progressive Atlanta Boat Show, and around 200,000 gallons of water spilled into the center.
Big-hearted duchess supports small charities Video: NBC’s Michelle Kosinski takes a look at some of the smaller organizations that Prince William’s wife, Kate, will officially patron as the Duchess of Cambridge, including one Princess Diana founded.	Making a difference: Brides Across America Video: A nationwide program gives away wedding dresses to military brides.	Jimmy Kimmel Christmas video: I gave my kids a terrible present Video: Jimmy Kimmel challenges parents to give their children early Christmas presents — gifts they know the kids won't like.
Duchess of Cambridge dazzles at charity event Video: All eyes turn to Kate Middleton at an awards ceremony for Britain's military heroes.	Dragonfly photo wins Nat Geo prize Video: National Geographic awarded its grand prize to an image of a dragonfly.	Christmas gifts: Guide for best buys under $20 Video: 'Today Show' experts give their picks for the best last-minute budget gifts including electronics, home goods, toys and stocking stuffers.

Hot-sauce reprimand: Child abuse or tough love? Video: Wife of Anchorage police officer charged with child abuse after making her young son swallow hot sauce as punishment for misbehaving.	Mom gives birth while home alone Rebecca Williams called 911 moments after giving birth to a baby girl on the floor of her California home.	Cat called for jury duty Video: A cat named Sal was called for jury duty in Boston, and his request for dismissal has been denied.
'Tiger Mom': People take me too seriously Video: Amy Chua, who has spurred controversy with the strict approach to parenting espoused in her book 'Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother,' tells Meredith Vieira that some critics can't tell when she's kidding.	90 students become pregnant at one high school Video: NBC's Ron Mott reports from Memphis, Tenn., where teen pregnancy has become a big problem in the school district. Mental health experts Dr. Janet Taylor and Dr. Dale Atkins discuss this alarming statistic.	Inside the world of animal hoarders Video: Dr. Karen Cassiday, a clinical psychologist, looks into the bizarre problem of animal hoarding and talks with a recovering hoarder about this issue.
Why sleep deprivation is an issue for kids Video: Getting enough shut-eye really matters for children, and those who are poor need it the most.	Rudolph dies in parade mishap Video: Nothing says "Holiday fun for the whole family!" quite like forcing kids to watch Rudolph slowly deflate after a run-in with a traffic light during a parade.	Is nutmeg the new way to get high? Video: Viral videos are instructing people how to get a 'legal high' from nutmeg, which can cause vomiting.