Nov 30 - By Michael Inbar, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
The Christmas shopping season got off to a bumpy start at the renowned Beverly Center shopping mall in Los Angeles when an enthralling performance by an aerial troupe ended in shock and horror for the throng of shoppers.

Nov 23 - By Sue Manning, Associated Press Writer
Dogs across the country can expect some bone-shaped presents under the Christmas tree this year.

Nov 23 - By Michael Ventre, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road” won the Pulitzer Prize, but it’s likely the voters read it while holding a hand over their eyes and peering through a gap in two fingers. While it is a novel that explores the unwavering bond between a father and son, there are chilling and gruesome aspects that make a beautifully written tale somewhat cringeworthy.

Nov 22 - By Neil O�Brien, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
NEW YORK - Director Tim Burton has become a household name thanks to his highly stylized and hugely popular movies such as “Batman” and “Beetlejuice.” While fans may say his films are works of art, few would expect to see Burton’s imagery displayed alongside Monet’s “Water Lilies” and Van Gogh’s “Starry Night.” However, from now until April, the Museum of Modern Art in New York is doing just that, with a major career retrospective of Burton’s art and movies.

Nov 18 - By Jocelyn Noveck, AP National Writer
Of all the adjectives one might use to describe Newsweek's current Sarah Palin cover, "unflattering" probably isn't one of them.
Nov 3 - By Associated Press
The White House is enlisting "Sex and the City" star Sarah Jessica Parker, Forest Whitaker and others from Hollywood and beyond to help push President Barack Obama's arts initiatives.
Oct 30 - By Brett Zongker, Associated Press Writer
The National Endowment for the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities are expected to receive their highest levels of funding in 16 years from a bill President Barack Obama is expected to sign into law by this weekend.

Oct 30 - By Christine Simmons, Associated Press Writer
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama on Saturday doled out presidential M&Ms and dried fruit mixes to more than 2,000 trick-or-treaters, marking their Halloween at a White House event partly aimed at honoring military families.

Oct 27 - By Emily Fredrix, AP Food Industry Writer
How low can beer makers go? Having conquered the beer-belly set, some of the nation's biggest brewers are trying to win over the six-pack-ab crowd with ultra-low-calorie suds.
Oct 27 - By The Associated Press, HO
- Boston Celtics forward Glen “Big Baby” Davis had surgery on Tuesday to repair his broken right thumb after fighting with a childhood friend while riding in an SUV less than two days before the season opener.

Oct 19 - By Linda Holmes, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
There are still 10 couples left on “Dancing With the Stars,” but Tom Bergeron promised at the beginning that we are, indeed, halfway through the season with Monday’s Argentine tango and paso doble performances.
Oct 16 - By Jamie Stengle, Associated Press Writer
The spotlight is on Dallas as it opens its $354 million performing arts center, unveiling a new opera house and theater designed by architectural stars with the idea of making the arts more accessible.

Oct 13 - By Laura T. Coffey, msnbc.com contributing editor
Pamina Brassey was so nervous before the photo shoot that she made sure she had a little bit of wine on hand, just in case she needed it.

Oct 1 - By Winda Benedetti, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Sony launches its new handheld game gadget today. The smartly-designed PSPgo is a great gaming machine, but will its price and digital-only format drive consumers away?
Sep 24 - By Dan Ferber, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Those beautiful, wacky and sometimes scary nighttime scenarios have powerful magic: They can help you conquer fears, resolve issues and show off your wild side. So tuck in, dream on — and write down your nocturnal adventures.
Sep 24 - By Alonso Duralde, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
This remake makes you long for the complex characters of “High School Musical.”
Sep 22 - By Philip Elliott, Associated Press Writer
White House officials told agencies across the government Tuesday they should take care to avoid even the appearance that politics played a part in the award of federal grants.

Sep 17 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
A message to anyone near a live microphone at this Sunday's Emmys: Don't say or do something you'll be embarrassed by later.

Sep 17 - By Jill Lawless, Associated Press Writer
Greed, hubris, vast fortunes erased at a stroke — the financial crisis is dramatic gold dust for writers.

Sep 17 - By Harriet Baskas, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
If you can’t get free admission to a museum, a park, or some sort of walking tour, music performance or a national park on Saturday, Sept. 26, then you’re just not trying.

Sep 15 - By Gary Kane, Associated Press Writer
As the baseball season grinds toward the World Series and another football season rears its helmeted head, a man's thoughts turn to fashion.

Sep 14 - By Ben Feller, Associated Press Writers
Sure, the West Wing gets the glory. But the East Room gets the action.

Sep 14 - By Linda Holmes, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Donny Osmond, Aaron Carter, and Mya seem to have the right experience, but this show can be anybody's game. Well, not you, Tom Delay.

Sep 12 - By Samantha Critchell, AP Fashion Writer
Since the economic downturn began, fashion designers have brought us plenty of hard-edged looks: rock-star leather, gladiator shoes, '80s-style shoulder pads.

Sep 11 - By Samantha Critchell, AP Fashion Writer
Ladies, start your crunches: Bare bellies are back at New York Fashion Week.