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Carla Bruni: I want Michelle Obamas advice: In China, many young couples are forgoing Western rituals and gowns for the crimson costumes of the ancient Han way. Considered auspicious in China, red is the color of choice at traditional weddings.
AIDS official blasts Russia as infections rise: A top Russian anti-AIDS coordinator on Friday lambasted the government's approach to fighting HIV, saying the number of registered cases was growing 10 percent a year. ›22:43 21 Nov, Fri
Alex Cross back to solve slew of killings: The humble gathering the Pilgrims experienced in 1621 has morphed into a feast of decadent caloric proportions. In response, Epicurious presents tips and recipes for a healthy Thanksgiving meal. ›13:36 21 Nov, Fri
Why We Suck: When Denis Leary attacks: Nearly 10 percent of women haven't experienced orgasm, a condition called anorgasmia. But, says Dr. Gail Saltz, you can learn how and experimenting on your own might be your best bet. ›20:20 19 Nov, Wed
EU wants early foreign policy from Obama: The European Union's foreign policy chief says he expects the president-elect to move quickly to deal with top trans-Atlantic goals, including Middle East peace, Iran and global warming. ›18:45 21 Nov, Fri
Bolt tells a familiar heros tale: One could forgive a movie aimed at children for shamelessly cribbing plot points, but when the canine protagonist of Bolt borrows a character arc from Buzz Lightyear, even youngsters will smell a rip-off. ›19:56 18 Nov, Tue
Ex-call girl Dupre: Im a normal girl: In this economic climate, the cost of Thanksgiving dinner can put a stress on a family's budget. Stephanie Nelson to the rescue! Follow the Coupon Mom's five simple tips to reduce your bill by over 50 percent. ›00:14 20 Nov, Thu
Expecting parents: What is a doula?: In his new book, the writer/comedian/actor rants about well pretty much everyone. Leary uses his wit and biting humor to comment on celebrities, those who are politically correct and the obese, for starters. An excerpt. ›20:03 19 Nov, Wed
Newsweek: Why Geithner boosted the market: Newsweek: Why Geithner boosted the market ›14:21 20 Nov, Thu
Denis Leary: Jesus would guest on Oprah: Dating in the meantime is based on the belief that time is infinite. But in reality, in the meantime is wasted time, which means missed opportunities for true love. ›17:29 20 Nov, Thu
Video: Obama pick moves the market: Nov. 21: Stocks went on a huge rally Friday after news spread that N.Y. Fed chief Tim Geithner was President-elect Barack Obama's choice for Treasury Secretary. NBC's Andrea Mitchell reports.(Nightly News) ›23:43 21 Nov, Fri
Bush signs bill providing extra jobless benefits: President George W. Bush on Friday ensured that millions of laid-off workers will keep getting their unemployment checks as the year-end holidays approach. ›16:48 21 Nov, Fri
After 30 years, his second National Book Award: The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the voluntary recalls of two kinds of window blinds, citing the strangulation death of a child and the near strangulation of another. ›14:13 20 Nov, Thu
'Top Chef': Jill is ostrich-ized and sent home: As a constant part of your ensemble, it is essential that your jacket reflects your style and adds a level of interest to your appearance. TODAY Style editor Bobbie Thomas offers the inside scoop on the winter's hottest outerwear. ›14:22 20 Nov, Thu
Video: Colleges taking hard knocks: Nov. 21: The endowments of many higher education institutions have been hit hard by recent market losses. NBC's Bob Faw reports.(Nightly News) ›23:59 21 Nov, Fri
First Read: Obama considering Mabus for cabinet: Former Mississippi Gov. Ray Mabus is being considered for multiple positions in the Obama administration, including secretary of education, energy and ambassador to the United Nations. ›17:55 21 Nov, Fri
Ohio St. rips Michigan, still has Rose Bowl shot: ›20:16
Centenarians on lessons of Great Depression: Ask Kitty" columnist Kitty Schindler is the newest contributor to TODAYshow.com, and also the oldest at age 85, she has been around long enough to remember tough times. Even so, her memories of Thanksgiving are happy ones. ›21:41 21 Nov, Fri
Woman: I have great sex, but no Big O: From the silent classic "Nosferatu" to the romantic chiller "Twilight," screen vampires seem to just keep coming back. ›20:26 19 Nov, Wed
Billups already helping to stabilize Nuggets: Chauncey Billups provides a steadying hand to the free-wheeling Nuggets. Charley Rosen says the trade is paying dividends. ›18:42
American history museum back in business: The National Museum of American History has reopened after a two-year, $85 million renovation. ›20:04 21 Nov, Fri
Newsweek: Michelle Williams tries to move on: You've seen Michelle Williams all over the tabloids since her ex-boyfriend Heath Ledger died from a prescription overdose last January. It's tough to watch her new movie, "Wendy and Lucy," without thinking about him, especially since the melancholy film is about losing your best friend. ›22:56 21 Nov, Fri
Lawsuit claims teen with HIV was bullied: The family of a 14-year-old girl who says she was bullied so badly over her HIV-positive status that she left school is suing the school district. ›21:22 21 Nov, Fri
Vatican forgives John Lennon for Jesus quip: The Vatican's newspaper has finally forgiven John Lennon for declaring that the Beatles were more famous than Jesus Christ, calling the remark a "boast" by a young man grappling with sudden fame. ›19:17