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Jan. 11, 2008

The Wal-Mart Rush

When mega-retailer Wal-Mart called for applicants to staff its new store in an Atlanta suburb, thousands showed up. Hopefuls lined up for a chance at one of only about 350 jobs available at the DeKalb County store. Is this local job-seeking frenzy a greater sign of the current economic reality in the United States? ABC's Steve Osunsami reports.

World's Most Dangerous Road

About 300 people a year die on a winding mountain road, what used to be the main path connecting Bolivia's capitol to the Amazon region. Locals have nicknamed it "El Camino de la Muerte": "Death Road." But for thrill-seeking bicyclists, the hairpin turns and 800-foot cliff drops are all part of the fun. ABC's Jeffrey Kofman reports. Click here to read the full story.

Nightline Playlist: Rob Thomas

A difficult home life and three years of living on the streets didn't deter musician Rob Thomas. He finally found success -- selling more than 37 million records worldwide -- as lead singer and main lyricist for rock band Matchbox Twenty. The group is now heading out on tour for the first time in four years, promoting its new album, "Exile on Mainstream." Find out what Thomas listens to when he's not composing his award-winning tunes. It's another installment of the Nightline Playlist. Read more here: http://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/Playlist/story?id=4120694&page=1

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