Short Takes

The Obama administration is considering a variety of sanctions against Iran.

Angela Merkel wins re-election in Germany.

Honduras wants to close the Brazilian embassy that is housing deposed President Zelaya.

Oil prices are inching lower.

More Madoffs -- Bernie Madoff's family faces lawsuits.

CUT! -- The f-bomb gets dropped in SNL.

The Tigers lost to Chicago but are still 2 games up against Minnesota. Guess who they play next.