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Graduation dissonance: Is college tuition worth it? No. And yes.Graduation may give parents of college graduates buyer's remorse: Pew studies shows 94 percent of parents expect their kids to go to college, but 57 percent question whether tuition was worth it.
Mrs. Eastwood, star of new reality show, talks family, boy bandsMrs. Eastwood, star of a new reality show, talks family, boy bands and her famous husband in a candid interview about her newly-debuted television show on the E! network.
Mark Zuckerberg: Facebook status updated to 'married'Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg married long-time girlfriend Priscilla Chan Saturday in a small, surprise wedding. Less than 100 guests arrived at Zuckerberg's home for what they would be a party to celebrate Chan's graduation from medical school. Zuckerberg did not wear a hoodie.
A happy home and an orderly home can come hand in handThat's the message of our happiness expert, who writes that something as simple as keeping a tidy bed can make your whole family happier.
Free bicycles help keep Indian girls in schoolFree bicycles help keep Indian girls in school under a new state government program designed to help girls in Bihar, one of India's poorest states, where the female literacy rate of 53 percent is more than 20 points below that of its men.
Great garden flowers: A gaillardia with plenty of moxieGaillardia, or blanket flower, is an easy-to-grow perennial for hot, sunny spots. Here's a new cultivar, Commotion Moxie, that has much to offer flower gardeners.
Meatless Monday: Apple onion cheese tartA simple tart rich with comfort.
Jeremiah Wright, white births: Time to talk race with kidsJeremiah Wright – and the racial controversy he and his foes tend to kick up – is back in the news in the same week the Census bureau reports white births in the US are no longer a majority. Studies show we don't like to talk race with our kids, but it's about time we do.
Prom progress: Less expense, more safety, less dramaProms are making progress. Parents and children work together (gasp) to try to ensure a happy and safe prom celebration.
Are celebrity judges ruining American Idol and other talent shows?Killing the Golden Goose? By relying on Jennifer Lopez (American Idol) and Britney Spears (The X Factor), are talent shows putting celebrities ahead of discovering new talent?
'Thor 2': Chris Hemsworth talks about the super-sequel'Thor 2' actor Chris Hemsworth discusses where his Norse superhero will be going from 'The Avengers.'
12 parenting advice tips from Bruce Springsteen lyrics Setting out to prove that Bruce Springsteen’s lyrics are not only about cars and being on the run; but can provide great inspiration for being a good parent.
Lemon cake with lemony sugar washIf you like lemon and have fresh lemons to use, make this cake.
Polisse: movie reviewThe French police drama is less than the sum of its parts.
Aishwarya Rai called fat: Are the West’s body image ideals spreading?Aishwarya Rai: A Bollywood superstar and new mother, Aishawarya Rai's baby weight has sparked an international discussion of body image and weight loss following pregnancy. Are the West’s body image ideals spreading?
Hysteria: movie reviewWhile 'Hysteria' has some funny performances, the humor in the movie is played too broadly.
Prom costs on the rise: gowns and shoes and limos, oh my!Prom season in America is an important time in the lives of many teenagers. But some parents are finding the costs – for the gowns, shoes and limos, just for starters –are on the rise, making the annual rite of passage too expensive.
Superheroes arrive to rescue ... Hollywood?Box office analysts say 'The Avengers' is only the beginning of potential blockbusters for the summer season.
GPS app usage rising among teenagers with smartphonesGPS app usage rising among teenagers with smartphones, as more and more teens use location services like Foursquare and Facebook to connect and meet up with friends.
Mansome: Men redefining 'manly,' and not just for laughsMansome isn't just a movie – it's a reality as the commodification of manhood has men redefining "manly." Clothes matter. Eyebrows matter. Hair matters.
