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DOJ reaches settlement with Penguin over e-book price fixingIf the settlement is approved, Macmillan and Apple will be the lone defendants in the government鈥檚 suit.
The top 25 celebrity baby names of all timeMany celebrities are creative people, but seldom does their creativity get more free rein than when they鈥檙e naming their own offspring. From Beyonce and Jay-Z's firstborn Blue Ivy to Frank Zappa's daughter's avante-garde moniker Diva Thin Muffin Pigeen, there are plenty of unusual names.
Bruno Mars: A Q&A with the artist about new album 'Unorthodox Jukebox'Bruno Mars recently released his sophomore album 'Unorthodox Jukebox.'
The OathNew Yorker writer and CNN analyst Jeffrey Toobin offers an astute and thorough analysis of the relationship between the Obama White House and the John Roberts-led Supreme Court.
American parenting: My family is OK, yours is notA new study suggests American parenting is full of culturally inflated views of our own families. Most parents in the US think their own kids and family are doing just fine, thanks. It鈥檚 the other families out there that are the problem.
'Gossip Girl' series finale reveals the title blogger's identity'Gossip Girl' ended its sixth and last season.
Seth Rogen and Barbra Streisand star in 'The Guilt Trip'In 'The Guilt Trip,' there's little chemistry between Rogen and Streisand and most of the material falls flat.
'Amour' is a moving film but is perhaps unintentionally uncomfortable (+trailer)'Amour' centers on elderly couple Georges and Anne, who struggle with what to do after Anne suffers a stroke.
Walt Disney's Donald Duck Vol. 2: 'A Christmas For Shacktown'The latest volume of Fantagraphics's 'The Complete Carl Barks Disney Library' arrives just in time for the holidays
'Zero Dark Thirty,' 'Amour' capture New York Critics' awardsKathryn Bigelow's drama was named the best film of 2012, while 'Amour' was cited as the best foreign language film.
'Zero Dark Thirty' stirs controversy over torture scenes'Zero Dark Thirty,' directed by Oscar winner Kathryn Bigelow, follows the hunt for Osama bin Laden.
Rescue dog: Is a dog owner by any other name still a mom or dad?Albie the rescue dog knows exactly who his owners are ... by any name. Whether they're called "Mommy and Daddy"聽 or "Judy and Peter," the kibble tastes as sweet.
8 holiday tips for dealing with difficult relativesYou can鈥檛 change what your difficult relatives are going to do; you can only change yourself. But when you change, a relationship changes. Here are eight tips for doing that.
Cassadee Pope voted as Season 3 'The Voice' winnerCassadee Pope took home the 2012 title in The Voice Tuesday night. Cassadee Pope was a protege of country singer Blake Shelton.
Bacon stuffed mushroomsStuffed mushrooms can be prepared ahead of time, up to the baking step, which makes this appetizer a great option for entertaining or potluck parties. Simply prepare the stuffed mushrooms, refrigerate, and bake before serving
5 tips for talking with children about violenceThe Newtown, Conn. school shooting has triggered a staggering amount of parenting advice. Here, distilled by Modern Parenthood, are five resources for talking to children about violence.
The WatchersWhile some parts of Stephen Alford's book are repetitive, his study of life during Queen Elizabeth I's reign is a thought-provoking read.
Amazon's top 10 bestselling books of the yearWhich books sold best in 2012? Check out Amazon's full list.
Holiday tipping: Don鈥檛 forget those who help your family functionHoliday tipping tips: A tchotchke made by your kids is not a tip. Cold cash, in a nice warm note, is something many in the service industry depend on 鈥� from your day care worker to your dog groomer.
Reader recommendation: MohawkMonitor readers share their favorite book picks.
