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Nawal El-Saadawi: "50 Pounds and a Chicken to Beat Us"

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:59:03 EST

NEWSWEEK's Christopher Dickey chats with the octogenarian author and activist who refused to go home when protests in Cairo turned violent as pro- and anti-Mubarak forces attacked each other.

Cairo: The View From One Street

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 11:59:03 EST

NEWSWEEK's David Botti snapshots the ebb and flow of protests on a single street off of Cairo's main downtown square during several days of revolt.

Nicole Kidman, Hot Pants, and Fave Flicks

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

The 'Rabbit Hole' actress shares what movie made her shake it. Plus: Natalie Portman's 'Dirty Dancing' dreams.

Sex-Scene Secrets

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

How do actors craft a convincing love scene? Well, for starters, some just ... do it.

James Franco's 'Horrible' Sex Tape

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

When it comes to home movies, the '127 Hours' star reveals "what feels good doesn't always look good."

Working With James Franco's Nana

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

The difficulties of acting with "real people."

Calm Down, Nicole

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

Kidman's childhood secret spilled. Plus: what the Royal Family thinks of 'The King's Speech.'

Broken Bones or Broken Fingernails?

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

The actors' surprise answers to their most painful on-the-job injuries.

Michelle Williams on Playing Marilyn: Va-Va-Voom!

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

The 'Blue Valentine' actress will star as Marilyn Monroe in a new film. Williams discusses learning to sing, walk, and wiggle like the famed actress.

Natalie Portman's Facebook Secrets

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

What the 'Black Swan' star revealed to 'The Social Network' screenwriter Aaron Sorkin about what student life is really like at Harvard.

TV High: The Best Job I Ever Had

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

One of our Roundtable actors divulges an unlikely favorite gig.

Babying Colin

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

How the 'King's Speech' actor gets special treatment on set.

Annette Bening's Motherly Advice for Mom-to-Be Natalie Portman

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

The star of 'The Kids Are All Right' was eight months pregnant during the 2000 Academy Awards, when she was nominated for best actress. Her tips for preggers Portman.

Favorite Moments From Past Oscar Roundtables

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

NEWSWEEK's Raina Kelley and Ramin Setoodeh look back at a few choice Roundtable moments including how Penelope Cruz reacted to being called a "whore," why George Clooney decided to move away from neighbor Britney Spears and how strippers changed Brad Pitt's life.

Fiore: Obamacare Nightmare?

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 11:59:03 EST

Animator Mark Fiore satirizes the Republican case for repeal of President Obama's health care bill.

Road Tripping Through the Last Days of Kodachrome

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 11:59:03 EST

In the final days before the use of Kodachrome was discontinued, NEWSWEEK’s K. Ryan Jones documents--in Kodachrome and on video--his drive from New York City to Parsons, Kan., home of Dwayne’s Photo, the last place in the world to process the iconic film.

Kodachrome Road Trip

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 11:59:03 EST

Photographer Daniel Bayer discusses his love affair with Kodachrome, and how it led him to start ‘The Kodachrome Project’ online, and to travel the country shooting more than a thousand rolls of the film before it became extinct.

Hooch is Hip: Newsweekers Drink Moonshine

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 11:59:03 EST

Fiore on TSA Enhanced Screening Methods

Thu, 24 Nov 2010 11:59:03 EST

Little Suzie Newsykins returns to share her thoughts on the controversial security policies at American airports.

Gyllenhaal on Sex Scene Secrets

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:59:03 EST

Animator Mark Fiore places the recent elections in a game-show format, telling us what we’ve won with the new Republican majority.

Fiore on the Spoils of the Midterms

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:59:03 EST

Who Needs 500 Facebook Friends?

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:59:03 EST

NEWSWEEK hits the streets to find out what New Yorkers have to say about “National Unfriend Day,” an unofficial national holiday (Nov. 17) declared by talk-show host Jimmy Kimmel. With the help of comedian Jeff Ross and a trusty iPad we help New Yorkers pare down their friends lists.

Warrior Dreams: Matthew Mellina Reads 'Stenographic Memories'

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:59:03 EST

Matthew Mellina, of Lake Ronkonkoma, NY, was deployed to Iraq with the US Army in 2006. He has edited this essay as part of New York University's Iraq Veterans Writing Workshop.

Warrior Dreams: Maurice Decaul Reads 'Shush'

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:58:03 EST

Maurice Decaul served in Nasiriyah, Iraq in 2003 as a sergeant in the Marines. Now, he's studying history at Columbia University.

Warrior Dreams: Jason Davis Reads 'The Young Boy'

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:57:03 EST

Jason Davis, a literary journalism student at the University of California Irvine, and a former US Army sergeant, completed two deployments to Iraq with the 101st Airborne. He runs the blog 13stoploss.

Greeting Card Emergency: For Unsung Heroes

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 11:57:03 EST

Artist David Ellis Dickerson offers a way to thank soldiers, like his father, who are sometimes forgotten because they serve their country in ways other than on the battlefield.

Standing By Her Man

Tue, 9 Nov 2010 11:57:02 EST

Brooke Brown, the wife of Marine Lance Cpl. David Brown, explains how her life changed after her young husband returned home from Iraq with mild Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD.

James Franco and Danny Boyle on New Film '127 Hours'

Fri, 5 Nov 2010 11:57:02 EST

The actor and the director discuss their latest cinematic collaboration, a film that chronicles the true story of Aaron Ralston, who was trapped in a canyon and had to resort to desperate measures to escape.

Late Night Obsession: Midterm Mania

Thu, 4 Nov 2010 11:57:02 EST

Following the highly anticipated elections, the hosts of late night try to bring humor to the serious business of politics.

Kat Von D Talks Tattoos

Thu, 4 Nov 2010 11:57:02 EST

The famous tattoo artist discusses her favorite tattoos, inking Lady Gaga, as well as how she became a world record holder.

Feinberg on the Post-Election Blues

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 11:57:02 EST

Animator Xeth Feinberg offers a sardonic remedy for the sadness that will surely follow the midterm elections.

Greeting Card Emergency: Election Day!

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 11:57:03 EST

11/2/10: David Ellis Dickerson gauges the mood of the electorate (and one Australian!) on a potentially historic Election Day.

Pot: The Perfect Republican Issue?

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 11:57:03 EST

John Dennis, who is running for Nancy Pelosi's House seat, is one of few Republicans who support the future legalization of marijuana, and potentially harder drugs. Dennis says it's "high time" for the GOP to embrace a pro-pot platform.

A Tale of Two Rallies

Mon, 1 Nov 2010 11:57:03 EST

NEWSWEEK looks at the people and personalities who made up the Glenn Beck, Jon Stewart, and Stephen Colbert rallies.

Getting Out the Black Vote

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 11:57:03 EST

Democrats try to motivate African-Americans in Pennsylvania. But is it too little, too late?

A Peek Inside a 'Morbid' Museum

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 11:57:03 EST

Curator Joanna Ebenstein gives a tour of Brooklyn's Morbid Anatomy Library, and shows why looking at collections of body parts and imagery, could help people deal with death.

Midterms and the College Vote: 'Disappointment Abounds'

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 11:57:03 EST

NEWSWEEK visits the Yale Political Union to get a read on how young voters, who were so important to Obama's victory in ’08, are approaching the 2010 midterm elections.

Pet Pampering: What a Dog Wants?

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 11:57:03 EST

Julia Szabo spoils her four canines with pet games, height-adjusted water bowls, special diets and even a doggie chiropractor (Video: Tom Mason)

Greeting Card Emergency: See You at the Polls!

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 11:57:02 EST

With the midterm elections rapidly approaching, artist David Ellis Dickerson issues a final plea for voters to make their vote count.

Late Night Obsession: Political Roundup

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 11:57:01 EST

The hosts of late night crack wise on sundry political issues, from former President George W. Bush's upcoming memoir to Sarah Palin's mistreatment of an American flag.

What You Missed: The Midterm Elections in 7 Minutes

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 11:57:01 EST

Haven't been paying attention this election season? Here's everything you need to know in brief (Video: Jon Groat)

Greeting Card Emergency: Midterm Madness

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 11:57:02 EST

Artist David Ellis Dickerson helps those who may be struggling through our current election season.

Fiore on Don't Ask, Don't Tell

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 11:57:02 EST

The animator examines the controversial policy on gays serving in the military.

Late Night Obsession: Delaware Debate Debacle

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 11:57:01 EST

Delaware Senate hopeful Christine O'Donnell is down in the polls, and her recent debate performance on CNN has also failed to impress the comedians of late night.

Late-Night Obsession: Campaign Controversies

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 11:57:01 EST

10/14/10: Between one candidate for Congress being photographed wearing a Nazi uniform and New York gubernatorial hopeful Carl Paladino's anti-gay gaffes, the hosts of late night have ample material heading into the midterm elections.

Greeting Card Emergency: When Bad Words Happen to Good People

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 11:57:02 EST

In the wake of California gubernatorial hopeful Jerry Brown's voice-mail scandal, artist David Ellis Dickerson examines what to do in an age when anything private could suddenly become very public.

Animator Mark Fiore on Wiretapping the Web

Thu, 7 Oct 2010 11:57:02 EST

Fiore introduces “Snuggly the Security Bear,” who will try to ease your mind with respect to the possibility of ubiquitous surveillance in America.

Greeting Card Emergency: Help! I Lost My Job

Wed, 6 Oct 2010 11:57:02 EST

David Ellis Dickerson offers suggestions for how to console friends or relatives suffering as a result of the tough economy.

Free Speech Fight

Tue, 5 Oct 2010 11:57:02 EST

Pastor Fred Phelps and several members of the Westboro Baptist Church discuss their upcoming case before the Supreme Court, in which they'll be arguing for their right to picket at military funerals on the grounds of the First Amendment.

'Mama Grizzlies' on Palin and the Female Candidates of 2010

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

Two self-proclaimed "Mama Grizzlies," supporters of Nevada Senate candidate Sharron Angle, discuss why more women like Angle and Sarah Palin should be elected to office.

Fiore on Restoring Traditional American Values

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

Animator Mark Fiore shows that the idea of returning to America's roots might not be all it's cracked up to be.

Greeting Card Emergency: As Oprah Goes, So Go We All

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

Oprah Winfrey has begun the 25th and final season of her eponymous talk show, and David Ellis Dickerson offers two cards for people who may similarly be facing an impending retirement or career change.

Dr. Burns's Quest For Truth

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

A New York opthalmologist collects and shares millions of photographs in what he sees as a mission "to help and to heal."

DADT: Kicked Out But Ready To Go Back

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

Lissa Young’s quest to serve her country again

"Little America" No More: Faces of Marja Part 1: Human Landscapes

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 11:57:06 EST

The U.S. was so influential in the building up of Marja, Afghanistan, during the 1950s that the surrounding area was nicknamed 'Little America'. Fifty years later, Americans are back, battling to determine the future of the region.

"Little America" No More: Faces of Marja Part 2: Telling the Story

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 11:57:05 EST

"Little America" No More: Faces of Marja Part 3: Female Engagement

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 11:57:04 EST

"Little America" No More: Faces of Marja Part 4: Playing Cat and Mouse With the Taliban

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

"Little America" No More: Petraeus in Marja: Hearts, Minds and Money

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

Late-Night Obsession: The Alaskan Ginger Rogers?

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:57:01 EST

As Bristol Palin made her debut on ABC's reality-competition show 'Dancing with the Stars,' the late-night hosts looked for coded messages in the judges' scores and speculated as to why Sarah Palin wasn't in the audience.

Mark Fiore: Cashocracy

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

Animator Mark Fiore satirizes the sometimes-shady nature of campaign funding.

Greeting Card Emergency: The Right Words for Hitchens

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

In light of famed atheist/writer Christopher Hitchens being diagnosed with terminal cancer, David Ellis Dickerson creates two sympathy cards for those who are dying but might not believe in an afterlife.

Late-Night Obsession: Paladino and the Palomino

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

As the Tea Party picks up steam, its candidates remain sources of controversy that the late-night comics can't ignore. New York gubernatorial hopeful Carl Paladino is a case in point.

Late-Night Obsession: The Anti-Self-Service Candidate

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

Christine O'Donnell has shown she can hold her own at the polls in Delaware, but she's apparently against people 'holding their own' in other respects. The late-night comics can't help but react.

Being a Demagogue Isn't So Hard

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

Animator Mark Fiore tells the tale of Little Susie Newsykins, who spent the summer in the media spotlight by demonizing Muslims.

Greeting Card Emergency: Swift Forgiveness

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

With Kanye West making musical amends with Taylor Swift at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards, artist David Ellis Dickerson offers two cards that can help you heal any emotional wounds.

Lies Hollywood Told Us About College

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

NEWSWEEK reveals the top five lies about student life and shows you can't trust those college flicks. Check out NEWSWEEK's list of best colleges Monday, September 13, at NEWSWEEK.com

'Putting the Words in Parents' Mouths'

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

The College of the Holy Cross helps parents say goodbye to their kids on freshman move-in day with an ancient ritual given a modern twist. Check out NEWSWEEK's list of best colleges Monday, September 13, at NEWSWEEK.com

The Unstimulating Stimulus

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

Animator Mark Fiore gives his take on the disappointment over governmental solutions to the nation's economic woes.

More Than Just Ruins

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

Artists and historians explore and photograph Detroit's abandoned buildings in hopes of protecting them from the wrecking ball.

Late-Night Obsession: Obama in the Monologues

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

President Obama has been taking heat from conservatives, but now he's in the sights of late-night comics targeting his economic plan, the rumor that New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg may join his staff, and other topics.

Greeting Card Emergency: The Proposition 8 Blues

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

David Ellis Dickerson showcases two original cards for friends or loved ones who might be suffering from the endless back-and-forth of the gay-marriage battle.

Mark Fiore: Conservative Media Has God-Complex

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 11:57:02 EST

The animator lampoons what he sees as the right-wing media's double standards.

Late-Night Obsession: The Presidential Address

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

The late-night hosts crack wise about President Obama's Oval Office address.

Greeting Card Emergency: Help! My Muslim Friend Is Being Demonized

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 11:57:03 EST

As emotions flare over the proposed Islamic community center to be built near Ground Zero, David Ellis Dickerson creates two greeting cards to help ease the tension.

Late Night Obsession: A Victory for the Maverick

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:03 EST

After winning the Arizona Republican primary, incumbent Sen. John McCain gets lampooned by the late-night comics.

Greeting Card Emergency: Homecomings

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:57:03 EST

An embattled actress gets out of rehab early (too soon?) while combat troops can't get home fast enough for the families that await them. David Ellis Dickerson is the author of 'House of Cards'

Mark Fiore's Tax Cut Wonderland

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:57:03 EST

The animator comments on tax cuts for the richest Americans.

Late Night Obsession: Mistrial of the Century?

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:57:03 EST

The comedians of late night riff on the verdict in the much-watched case against former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, found guilty on only one of 24 counts of corruption.

EXCLUSIVE: The Complete NEWSWEEK Emmy Roundtable

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:57:03 EST

8/23/10: Emmy-nominated actors Matthew Fox, Christina Hendricks, Eric Stonestreet, Bryan Cranston, Connie Britton, and Chris Colfer discuss their worst first gigs, most embarrassing moments, and behind-the-scenes secrets, like how 'Lost' really ended.

Before They Were Famous

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

NEWSWEEK's 2010 Emmy Roundtable features six actors who have gotten acclaim for their recent work. Watch this video to learn how each of them landed on national television.

'A Little Intolerant, But Good Reason to Be'

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

Protesters for and against the building of a Muslim community center near Ground Zero talk about their reasons for supporting or opposing the project.

Politics, Porn, and ... Palin?

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

Artist Jonathan Yeo discusses why former Alaska governor and ex-vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin is a great subject for a portrait made out of cut-up pieces of pornography. The porno-fied portrait of Palin was listed for $50,000 and sold in early August. Yeo's other subjects include George W. Bush and Sigmund Freud.

Late Night Obsession: Dr.Laura and the N-word

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

Late-night comedians address the saga of radio show host Dr. Laura Schlessinger, who repeatedly used the N-word while talking to a black caller who was asking for advice about how to deal with racist remarks. Schlessinger later announced that she would be ending her show.

How I (Sorta) Beat Jet Lag

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

NEWSWEEK's Barbara Kantrowitz attempts to train her body to avoid jet lag in the days before a trip to Europe. Read more about Kantrowitz's one-week experiment at Newsweek.com

Late Night Obsession: The Ground Zero Mosque

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

As debate rages on about a Muslim worship site being built near the site of the 9/11 attacks, the comics of late night lighten the mood with some stinging satire.

Late Night Obsession: Flight Attendant Turned National Hero

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

JetBlue employee Steven Slater might be grounded for his outburst on a recent flight, but the jokes about his behavior are still flying.

Late Night Obsession: Proposition 8

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

The late night comedians react to the overturning of California's controversial ballot initiative that banned gay marriage.

Breitbart Meets Gettysburg Address in 'Lincolngate'

Thu, 5 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

Animator Mark Fiore imagines what Abraham Lincoln's famous address might have looked like in a Breitbart-edits-Sherrod TV universe. Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Mark Fiore's political animations appear here every week.

Sidney Harman Greets NEWSWEEK

Tue, 3 Aug 2010 11:57:02 EST

On Mon, August 2, Sidney Harman signed an agreement to purchase NEWSWEEK from The Washington Post Company. At a meeting with the NEWSWEEK staff in New York that afternoon, the new owner introduced himself to his employees.

Let LiLo Go!

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

A New York tanning salon rallies for the release of Lindsay Lohan.

Frenemies and America's Secret Weapon

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

Cartoonist Mark Fiore's take on America's super secret war armament in the battle against the Taliban

Hacker on Why He Turned in Alleged Wikileaks Source

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

Adrian Lamo, perhaps best known for hacking into the New York Times computer system, explains why he told authorities that U.S. Pvt. First Class Bradley Manning was the alleged source of the Afghanistan Wikileaks docs. In the video, taken July 18 at the Hackers on Planet Earth 2010 convention, Lamo says Manning came to him with about 260,000 documents, including the Wikileaks "Collateral Murder" video, and that Lamo felt compelled to report the incident in the interest of saving U.S. lives. On July 25, Wikileaks released about 90,000 documents related to the war in Afghanistan, which the Pentagon has so far concluded do not hurt national security nor endanger U.S. troops. Prior to the release of these latest documents, Manning was charged with leaking classified information

The Smart Phone's Sketchiest Connection

Wed, 22 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

Mark Fiore's commentary on the news that our biggest gadget makers may inadvertently get their raw ingredients from murderous Congolese militias.

The Changing Face of Beauty

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

From the flappers of the '20s to the supermodels of the '80s to the beauty icons of today, watch as one face reveals 100 years of beauty ideals. To view more of NEWSWEEK's Beauty Advantage project, visit http://www.newsweek.com/beauty

Pet Psychic: Paul the Octopus Is Unhappy

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

NEWSWEEK visited an animal medium to find out what celebrity animals are thinking and feeling, including Bo Obama and Paul, the octopus now famous for predicting World Cup matches. For more, read Caroline Dworin's story 'What's Your Pooch Thinking' on Newsweek.com

'Looksism' Goes Pop

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

From 'Sex and the City' to 'Ugly Betty', how pop culture has portrayed our beauty bias. For more, read Jessica Bennett's story 'The Beauty Advantage' on Newsweek.com.

The Do's and Don'ts of Made-for-TV Disasters

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

Cartoonist Mark Fiore's satirical take on what makes for compelling environmental catastrophe on American airwaves.

'Buch Grows in Brooklyn

Fri, 9 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

Students learn how to ferment their own tea in The Brooklyn Kitchen's Kombucha 101 class. For an article about the health effects of kombucha, check out Newsweek.com

Authors Darin Strauss, Bill Clegg on Their Memoirs

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

The authors of "Half a Life" and "Portrait of an Addict as a Young Man" chat with NEWSWEEk's Jennie Yabroff about their new books; the responses from family, friends, and the public; and what's next after their catharses.

Mark Fiore's "Economic Fun Fair"

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

The cartoonist takes on continued joblessness.

The Reds Are Back (And for Once It's Not Obama)

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 11:57:02 EST

Mark Fiore's hilarious new animation takes on the Russian spy scandal, Sarah Palin, the Tea Party, socialists, and, well, just about every other issue currently in the news.

Fiore: 'Lifestyles of the Rich & Fossil-Fueled'

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

Animator Mark Fiore's latest cartoon lampooning BP's response to the Gulf spill crisis.

PS-22 Chorus: Reflections on the Man in the Mirror

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

The young YouTube sensations from Staten Island share their feelings about Michael Jackson's life and death, and perform one of his most beloved songs.

'Back in Black': Mark Fiore Takes On Bagram Prison Plan

Thu, 16 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

The cartoonist's take on the possible deal to share a prison in Afghanistan as a means of interrogating terrorism suspects and President Obama's authorized assassination of Anwar al-Awlaki, who is an American citizen.

'Trust Me': Mark Fiore on 'Voluntary Regulation'

Thu, 9 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

The animator takes on government oversight (or the lack thereof) and the BP oil spill, day 51.

The Daily Obsession: Is This Thing On?

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

Fresh off her primary election victory, GOP Senate hopeful Carly Fiorina was caught by an open mic making fun of rival candidate Barbara Boxer's hair.

The Late Night Obsession: Clean Up or Shut Up

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

The comics of late night take BP to task for the company's claims that it has the oil cleanup situation under control.

The Daily Obsession: Ladies' Night Out at the Primaries

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

Several women emerged victorious in last night's primary battles, but no victory was more surprising than that of incumbent Arkansas Sen. Blanche Lincoln, who won her Democratic runoff after a contentious race.

The Daily Obsession: Obama Talks Tough on BP

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

After being criticized for not showing enough emotion about the BP oil spill, President Obama had some harsh words for the company during an interview with Matt Lauer.

The Late Night Obsession: The Trials of Helen Thomas

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

The veteran White House reporter resigned after making controversial remarks about Israel. The hosts of late night offer their comedic take on the scandal.

The Daily Obsession: The Strangelove Solution

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

After numerous failed attempts to stop the oil from spilling into the Gulf of Mexico, the U.S. government said it was not seriously considering detonating a nuclear bomb to seal the well.

Operation Overreaction: Fiore on Ship Attack

Thu, 2 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

The cartoonist on the Israeli-Gaza crisis.

The Daily Obsession: Number Three Goes Down (Again)

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

Sheikh Sa'id al-Masri is the latest in a long line of Al-Qaeda leaders to be killed while being third in command, but his death by Predator drone strike is being hailed as the biggest blow to the organization since the war on terror began.

Late Night on 'American Idol'

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 11:57:02 EST

After the final notes were sung and a winner was declared, the hosts of Late Night weighed in on the finale of 'American Idol.'

The Daily Obsession: License to Top Kill

Thu, 27 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

BP's latest effort to stop the Gulf Shore oil leak is called a top kill. So far, the complicated procedure appears to be working.

Late Night Talks Tar Balls

Thu, 27 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

As the Gulf oil spill continues to make landfall, the late night comics throw mud on BP's face.

The Daily Obsession: Obama's Katrina?

Wed, 26 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

With no end in sight for the Gulf Shore oil spill, many are starting to question if President Obama is doing enough to stop the disaster.

Late Night on Don't Ask Don't Tell

Wed, 26 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

With news of a possible repeal to the policy on gays in the military, the late night hosts shared their thoughts on the subject.

The Daily Obsession: A Royal Mess

Tue, 25 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

The Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson is again the subject of scandal, this time after appearing to accept cash in exchange for access to her ex-husband, Prince Andrew.

Late Night Talks Economy

Tue, 25 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

In the wake of a tanking Dow, the late night comics bring levity to a serious subject.

The Daily Obsession: Some Civil Rights Are Wrong?

Mon, 24 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

After a huge victory in Kentucky's Republican Senate primary last week, Rand Paul quickly fell afoul of the political media when he questioned the merits of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.

War Porn, a Guide

Mon, 30 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

4/30/10: A disturbing form of entertainment has arisen in the wake of Americas wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. A guide to the morally dicey, yet strangely popular genre. VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED. (Video: Jon Groat, Jessica Ramirez, Andrew Bast)

The Daily Obsession: Blumenthal's Battle

Thu, 20 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

Senate hopeful Richard Blumenthal has come under fire for falsely claiming that he fought in the Vietnam War. Slip of the tongue or an outright lie?

Late Night Gets 'Lost'

Wed, 20 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

In anticipation of the upcoming series finale, the hosts of late night tried to make sense of the enigmatic television series.

The Daily Obsession: Primary Fever

Tue, 18 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

After weeks and weeks of buildup, the results of Tue's primary elections are in.

Souder Speared on Late Night

Wed, 20 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

Indiana Congressman Mark Souder learns that you can't be a politician and have an extramarital affair and not expect to be mocked on late-night television.

The Daily Obsession: Politicking with a Gun

Tue, 18 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

He might only be running to be Alabama's agricultural commissioner, but Dale Peterson's recent YouTube ad has transformed him from a local politician to a national media figure.

The Daily Obsession: Senate Super Tue

Mon, 17 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

The media analyzes upcoming senatorial primary elections in Pennsylvania, Arkansas, and Kentucky.

Immigration and Late Night

Mon, 17 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

The hosts of late night television take on the divisive issue of Arizona's immigration policy.

The Daily Obsession: Palin's Prolific Pen

Thu, 13 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

After the success of her first book 'Going Rogue,' Sarah Palin is set to release another book just after the mid-term elections.

Late Night Takes on Shahzad

Thu, 13 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

After Faisal Shahzad allegedly targeted Times Square with a car bomb, he became fodder for the late-night comics.

The Daily Obsession: Softball Questions

Wed, 12 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

After the Wall Street Journal featured a picture of Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan playing softball, the media discussed whether or not it was a coded message that she May be gay.

Oil Slick Spreads to Late Night

Wed, 12 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

The talk show hosts lampoon BP's attempts to contain the Gulf Shore oil spill.

Late Night Reacts to Kagan

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

Following news of her nomination to the Supreme Court, the comics set their sights on Elena Kagan.

The Daily Obsession: Political Purging

Tue, 11 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

The pundits discuss whether or not Senator Bob Bennett's recent primary loss is a sign of bad things to come for incumbents.

Starter Kit: What Took the UN So Long?

Mon, 10 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

A Newsweek Starter Kit explains why it took the Security Council so much time to sanction Iran.

The Daily Obsession: A Lack of Judgment

Mon, 10 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

Supreme Court Justice nominee Elena Kagan is already coming under fire for her lack of judicial experience.

The Daily Obsession: 'We Did Not Close Today'

Thu, 6 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

The media reacts to the news of The Washington Post Company putting NEWSWEEK up for sale.

The Daily Obsession: Miranda Rights and Wrongs

Wed, 5 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

Since the arrest of alleged Times Square bomber, Faisal Shazad, there has been debate as to whether or not he should have been read his Miranda rights.

The Daily Obsession: Rushing to Conclusions

Tue, 4 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

Rush Limbaugh has made his contribution to the reporting on the Gulf Shore oil spill: a conspiracy theory that the explosion was the work of environmental extremists. His fellow commentators react.

The Daily Obsession: Comedian in Chief

Mon, 3 May 2010 11:57:02 EST

President Obama has his supporters and detractors, but the approval ratings for his comedic speech at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner were through the roof.

The Daily Obsession: Presidential Poisoning

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

Among the many revelations in former first lady Laura Bush's upcoming memoir, the one that most interested the media was the claim that she, President George W. Bush, and several aides had been poisoned while attending a 2007 summit in Germany.

The Daily Obsession: Sachs and the Sh--ty

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

Senators Carl Levin and Claire McCaskill used some colorful language during the Goldman Sachs hearing yesterday. The pundits discuss whether it was done to make a point or just to get on television.

The Daily Obsession: Bush's Bio

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

Commentators discuss former president George W. Bush's just-announced memoir, and how it May provide a boost to struggling Democrats facing tough midterm elections.

The Daily Obsession: Arizona or Nazi Germany?

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

When Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer signed "the toughest immigration reform in the land" critics and comedians alike compared the law to those in Nazi Germany. But is Brewer just trying to get Obama's attention?

The Daily Obsession: Chickens for Checkups

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is trailing opponent Sue Lowden in the polls, but that May change after voters hear her pitch for health-care reform: bartering with doctors.

The Daily Obsession: Raging Rod Blagojevich

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

During a press conference, former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich lashed out at the federal attorneys who are prosecuting him for racketeering. The outburst had the pundits buzzing.

The Daily Obsession: Is It a Bailout?

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

Part of President Obama's financial regulation reform bill includes a $50 billion pre-liquidation fund for failed banks. Republicans say it's a permanent bailout fund, while Democrats claim that it will mean an end to bailouts.

The Daily Obsession: 'Gangster's' Paradise?

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

At a recent Tea Party rally, Rep. Michele Bachmann referred to the Obama administration as a "gangster government." The comment brought responses from Bill Clinton and a variety of media pundits.

The Daily Obsession: Should Gays Adopt Puppies?

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

Mike Huckabee on gay marriage

The Daily Obsession: Supreme Speculation

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

D.C. is atwitter about Justice Stevens's replacement. The Hillary Clinton balloon was popped by nightfall but the speculation continues.

The Daily Obsession: 'Clean-Up Karzai Weekend'

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

U.S. secretaries of state and defense went to bat for the Afghan president on Sun. But what did the TV pundits think?

The Daily Obsession: Palin Bachmann 2012?

Thu, 8 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

After their campaign appearance together, media pundits labeled the two GOP-ers "twisted sisters", "rodeo queens", and "a pair of Ronald Reagans with skirts on." Others were quick to anoint the pair the new "pretty" face of the Republican Party.

The Daily Obsession: Un-Maverick-y McCain

Wed, 7 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

The media went wild after the senator rejected his signature label in a NEWSWEEK article. Fox News, did you miss the story?

The Daily Obsession: Nuking the Nukes

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

The Obama administration says the U.S. will not produce any more nuclear weapons and won't use current nukes against countries that don't have any. Pundits debate: a step forward or back to the Cold War?

The Daily Obsession: Michael Steele's Worst Week Ever

Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

After several mini-scandals at the RNC, a new poll shows 71 percent of Republican insiders think the chairman is bad for the party. Pundits debate how much longer he'll hang on to the job.

Starter Kit: College Apps Gone Viral

Fri, 2 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

College applications are no longer all about essay questions and SAT scores. This year's crop of applicants sang, danced and jump-roped their way into the hearts of the college admissions board when they posted application videos to YouTube

The Daily Obsession: Drill, Barack, Drill

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 11:57:02 EST

When President Obama OK'd offshore oil drilling on America's coastlines, it was no Apr Fool's joke. The press grabs hold of this alleged "flip-flop" and won't let go.

Touring Tahiti, a Titan of Gulf Oil Production

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

NEWSWEEK's Matthew Philips looks at one of Chevron's newest and most productive oil platforms

The Daily Obsession: A Palin-Levi Reality TV Duel

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

The 'family that keeps on giving' stirs up more made-for-TV drama as the former Alaska governor's 'grandbabydaddy' pitches his own Alaska reality TV show.

The Daily Obsession: Club Hopping With the RNC

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

When word spread that the Republican National Committee reimbursed a donor for a $2,000 tab at a racy Hollywood strip club, the press got a little hot under the collar.

The Daily Obsession: So Happy Together?

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

When Sarah Palin stumped for John McCain over the weekend, the punditocracy pointed to an apparent reversal of the Arizona Senator's political fortune's and wondered about the merit of the partnership

The Daily Obsession: Health Care Debate Turns Ugly

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

After the successful passage of health care reform some opponents of the president's plan have moved from wild rhetoric to death threats and acts of violence against the Democratic Party. The pundits and politicians discuss.

The Daily Obsession: Biden's Blunders

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

After a microphone picked up a loose swear word from Vice President Joe Biden just before the signing of the health care bill, the media frenzy threatened to overshadow the Obama administration's greatest accomplishment thus far.

The Daily Obsession: Nancy Pelosi

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

The Speaker of the House is either a hero or villain. As health-care reform becomes law, we hear from her friends and foes.

The Daily Obsession: Health Care Reformed

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

Last-minute deals, heated debate, and a Democratic majority brought to a climactic close the decades-long battle for health-care reform. Every moment was carried live, with networks treating it more like a sporting event than legislating.

The Daily Obsession: Barack-etology

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

President Obama set aside health care for a few minutes to discuss with ESPN his picks for the NCAA men's basketball tournament. After he accurately picked last year's winner, the press was anxious to hear his predictions for this season.

The Daily Obsession: Deem and Pass or Fail

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

The latest strategy to pass health-care reform is called "deem and pass." It's complicated and esoteric, but our faithful pundits do their best to explain how it works and the potential consequences.

The Daily Obsession: Baby Mama Confessions

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

During the 2008 presidential campaign, news broke of an affair between candidate John Edwards and Rielle Hunter. Now Hunter has given the first tell-all interview to GQ magazine.

Michelle Obama on Childhood Obesity

Wed, 18 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

NEWSWEEK Editor Jon Meacham interviews the First Lady about her health initiative "Let's Move."

Bill Clinton on Childhood Obesity

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

NEWSWEEK Editor Jon Meacham interviews the former president on ways to improve the health of America's children.

The Daily Obsession: Health Reform's Final Surge

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

There May be an end in sight to the seemingly endless battle for health care reform. A vote is promised for later this week, but will Democrats have the support they need? The pundits offer their own yays and nays.

The Daily Obsession: Patrick Kennedy v. the Media

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

Tired of the Eric Massa scandal, the Rhode Island congressman lashed out at the press for its lack of attention to the Afghan war. Unfortunately, the media was more interested in talking about his ranting, than what he was ranting about.

The Daily Obsession: Slap Heard Round the World

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

Vice President Biden retaliated to a diplomatic snub by Israel with an "unusually harsh" condemnation. So where do relations between the two countries stand now?

The Daily Obsession: Massa Destruction

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

For the Democratic Party, Rep. Eric Massa's recent scandal and resignation has been an unnecessary distraction. But for the media, Massa is the gift that keeps on giving.

The Daily Obsession: Rangel on the Outs

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

Pundits and politicians react to the news of Congressman Charles Rangel's fall from grace and subsequent "leave of absence" as chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee.

The Daily Obsession: Sarah Goes to Hollywood

Thu, 4 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

After a late night TV appearance, news broke that former Alaska governor Sarah Palin was shopping around a reality TV show about her home state, and that she had a new book deal.

The Daily Obsession: Reconciling Reconciliation

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

Talk of reconciliation has been at the fore of political discussion as the administration makes its final push to pass health care reform. Pundits and politicians have spent the past week trying to explain reconciliation and its consequences.

The Daily Obsession: Health Care Summit = Must-See TV?

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 11:57:02 EST

Obama invited members of Congress to talk about health care for seven long hours. The media blathered on about the talks for about twice as long. 'The Daily Obsession' is a video series that dissects our 24/7 news cycle.

The End of Black History: A Postscript to My Son

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:57:02 EST

In trying to understand what black history will mean to my son when he's old enough to wonder, I went in search of the purpose of Black History Month (Video: Raina Kelley, Jon Groat; Additional material courtesy Angelique Kidjo, Penn Museum)

'The District' |Ep. 10| 'Barack Gets Tough'

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:57:02 EST

The Prez heads to the Jersey Shore to get some tips on how to get tough with Congress. Then he pulls out the big guns at his bipartisan health care summit. Fist-pumps abound.

Obsession: Tiger Finally Speaks

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 11:58:15 EST

=When Tiger Woods apologized in an invitation-only forum, the media roared. 'Obsession' is a video series that dissects our 24/7 news cycle.

Starter Kit: 2010 Olympic Rivalries

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:58:15 EST

As the athletes in Vancouver battle it out for gold, NEWSWEEK fills you in on the fiercest rivalries of the 2010 winter games.

Snowmageddon: The Final Word

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:58:13 EST

It seemed like just another snowstorm, but the media coverage made it seem like the Northeast was in the middle of a disaster movie.

Lost on 'Lost'

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:58:13 EST

Several NEWSWEEK staff members, who have never before seen an episode of the hit ABC drama, watch clips from the show and attempt to explain the mysteries and plot twists that occur.

What to Do With Mom's Frozen Embryos?

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:58:13 EST

Since President Obama lifted President Bush's ban on stem-cell research, women who froze embryos for In Vitro Fertilization can now donate them to science. Fertility blogger Pamela Madsen on what she decided to do with her leftover embryos.

Oscar Roundtable: Sidibe: 'I Found My Jr. High Crush on Facebook'

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 11:58:13 EST

NEWSWEEK's Oscar Roundtable guests--Morgan Freeman, Sandra Bullock, Jeff Bridges, Woody Harrelson, Gabourey Sidibe, and Carey Mulligan--discuss celebrity life in an era of Facebook.

Oscar Roundtable Outtake: Jeff Bridges's Foot Fetish

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 11:58:12 EST

NEWSWEEK Oscar Roundtable guest Jeff Bridges says he was distracted during the roundtable by Carey Mulligan's 'exquisite' toes. Hilarity ensues.

Oscar Roundtable: Bridges: 'Arnold's Just Givin' It to Me!'

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 11:58:11 EST

NEWSWEEK Oscar Roundtable guest Jeff Bridges reveals details of a shocking scene with Arnold Schwarzenegger that ended up on the cutting-room floor.

Oscar Roundtable: Freeman: 'I'm Not Samuel L. Jackson'

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 11:58:10 EST

NEWSWEEK's Oscar Roundtable guests--Morgan Freeman, Sandra Bullock, Jeff Bridges, Woody Harrelson, Gabourey Sidibe, and Carey Mulligan--talk about what it's like being recognized. Or not, for that matter.

Oscar Roundtable: Bullock: 'I Need "Mission Impossible" Music'

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 11:58:09 EST

NEWSWEEK's Oscar Roundtable guests--Morgan Freeman, Sandra Bullock, Jeff Bridges, Woody Harrelson, Gabourey Sidibe, and Carey Mulligan--on how they prepare for a scene.

NEWSWEEK and YouTube: General Wesley Clark on National Security

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:58:09 EST

In preparation for President Obama's first State of the Union address, General Wesley Clark discusses the state of national security and answers CitizenTube users' questions on the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

NEWSWEEK and YouTube: Zakaria on Education

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:58:09 EST

In preparation for President Obama's first State of the Union address, NEWSWEEK International Editor Fareed Zakaria discusses the problems facing U.S. high schools and middle schools and answers CitizenTube users' questions on controlling education costs.

NEWSWEEK and YouTube: Hansen on the Energy Crisis

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:58:09 EST

In preparation for President Obama's first State of the Union address, NASA climatologist James Hansen discusses United States energy usage and answers CitizenTube users' questions about cap and trade.

NEWSWEEK and YouTube: Roubini on the 2010 Economy

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:58:09 EST

In preparation for President Obama's first State of the Union address, economist Nouriel Roubini gives his perspective of what economic challenges we'll face this year and answers CitizenTube users' questions on the financial crisis.

Put Me In, Life Coach!

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:58:09 EST

Life coach Michelle Ward works with a client and discusses her role as a guide to those who are struggling to find their place in the job market. (Video: K. Ryan Jones)

By The Numbers: Obama's First Year

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:58:09 EST

An analysis of President Obama's first 12 months in office. Watch the country's attitude towards Obama--and the direction he's taking the country--change as he governs. (Video: Jon Groat, Sarah Frank)

7 Things: Ben McKenzie

Fri, 11 Jan 2010 11:58:09 EST

The former O.C. star returns to the small screen when TNT airs episodes from the once-cancelled police drama 'Southland' beginning Jan 12.

Don't Want Health Insurance? It'll Cost You

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 11:58:09 EST

For more than two years, under Massachusetts law, Beverly FLaxington has been paying a fine similar to that proposed in the health care reform bill

High-Tech Ads Create Super Hand Models

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:58:09 EST

A surge in new tech gadgets and handhelds the past decade has touched off a small boom for hand models

Got God, Need Job

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:58:09 EST

A Connecticut church offers job seekers sandwiches, support, and networking, while a Jewish congregation encourages reluctant entrepreneurs

Survivalism 101

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 11:58:12 EST

An ourdoor living skills teacher and a Phoenix soccer mom sound off on the rise of modern survivalism, also known as "prepping."

Project Runway Roundtable: 'Fashion is Not for Sissies'

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:12 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - have high hopes for one former 'Runway' contestant. Hint: He's fierce.

Project Runway Roundtable: 'I Love My Heels'

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:04 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - on the one fashion item they just can't live without

Project Runway Roundtable: 'Hideous Things on the Runway'

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:05 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - dish about their long nights judging the looks on the catwalk

Project Runway Roundtable: Coco or Karl?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:02 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - talk fashion icons, as well as a certain designer Heidi is reportedly feuding with, according to gossip mags

Project Runway Roundtable: Boxers or Briefs

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:08 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - debate men's underthings

Project Runway Roundtable: If You Can't Walk, Don't Wear It!

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:07 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - discuss America's biggest fashion mistakes

Project Runway Roundtable: 'It's Good to be Copied'

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:06 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - on Bravo's 'Project Runway' alternative: 'The Fashion Show'

Project Runway Roundtable: Tim Gunn's Love Life

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:10 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - discuss the style mentor's dating habits

Project Runway Roundtable: Michelle Obama, Style Icon

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:09 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - discuss the most stylish first couple since the Kennedys

Project Runway Roundtable: Does Fashion Run in the Family?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:03 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - on how their upbringings led them to the fashion industry

Project Runway Roundtable: 'Fashion is Really in Fashion'

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:11 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' - Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, Michael Kors and Nina Garcia - trade theories on why 'Runway' has been such a huge success

Project Runway Roundtable: 'The Blogs Are Gonna Go Crazy'

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:58:01 EST

The stars of 'Project Runway' have moved to L.A. for Season 6 of the hit show to air on Lifetime, not Bravo. But (thankfully) little else has changed. They shared behind-the-scenes secrets with NEWSWEEK.

The Decade in 7 Minutes

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:58:09 EST

NEWSWEEK rewinds the first 10 years of the new century, reminding you of the best, worst, and unforgettable moments.

Ted Olson: 'Why I Took This Case'

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 11:58:09 EST

The lead lawyer in the California trial to overturn a ban on gay marriage wrote a cover story for NEWSWEEK on why he supports gay marriage

7 Things: Olivia Wilde

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:58:09 EST

The "House'"star talks about early roles, her part in the 2008 election, and being directed by her husband in the new movie "Fix."

7 Things: Milo Ventimiglia

Fri, 11 Nov 2009 11:58:09 EST

The "Heroes" star on his big break, what makes him geek out, and the kinds of things he likes to hear from his fans.

7 Things: 'An Education's' Carey Mulligan

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:58:09 EST

The much-lauded actress talks about playing a 16-year-old in the '60s, her unusual fear of cameras, and living on the brink of fame

'In Cold Blood': Returning to the Scene of the Crime

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:58:09 EST

On the 50th anniversary of the murders that inspired Truman Capote's true-crime masterpiece, the people of Holcomb, Kan., and those close to the victims discuss the impact of the killings and the book that immortalized them.

7 Things: Penelope Cruz

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:58:09 EST

The Oscar-winning actress discusses working with her idol, the language barrier, and international cuisine.

Santa, Can You Spare a Dime?

Fri, 20 Dec 2009 11:58:09 EST

In the midst of a national job crisis, how is Santa Claus faring this holiday season? Two long-time professional Santas discuss playing Father Christmas when times don't seem all that merry.

Outsourcing Old Glory

Fri, 16 Nov 2009 11:58:09 EST

A Chinese factory makes American flags for export to the United States--a symbol of Sino-American interdependence

Get Fit, Be Happy

Fri, 16 Nov 2009 11:58:09 EST

Patricia Moreno explains intenSati, a workout she created for the body, mind and spirit.

The Godless Chaplain

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 11:58:09 EST

Greg Epstein, Harvard's Humanist Chaplain, discusses the history and the future of religion at the university

The Abortion Evangelist

Fri, 30 Jul 2009 11:58:09 EST

Months after the murder of Dr. George Tiller, doctors, nurses, and protesters at LeRoy Carhart's abortion clinic carry on

My Big Break: The Yogurt King

Fri, 14 Sep 2009 11:58:09 EST

Stonyfield Farm's President and CE-Yo Gary Hirshberg looks back at the growth of his company and discusses the future of the organic food industry.

A First for Full Figure Fashion

Fri, 14 Sep 2009 11:58:09 EST

Jun's first-ever Full Figured Fashion Week in New York showcased both latest plus-sized fashion and the resolute attitudes of participants, who are demanding more options from retailers.

The Weekly Obsession: The Party of Snowe

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:58:09 EST

When Sen. Olympia Snowe of Maine became the first (and only) Republican to vote for a health care bill this year, her face landed on every major newspaper and cable news program. So bipartisanship is alive and well. Or is it? "The Weekly Obsession" dissects our 24/7 news cycle.

The Weekly Obsession: Goodbye, Dancing DeLay

Fri, 9 Oct 2009 11:58:09 EST

Former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay shook his groove thing on "Dancing With the Stars" so much his feet failed him. As he hung up his Capezios, TV pundits everywhere mourned the loss. "The Weekly Obsession" dissects our 24/7 news cycle.

The Weekly Obsession: Public Option Not Dead...Yet

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 11:58:09 EST

The amendment that would provide a public insurance option has died in committee. But wait, it's alive again. Pundits debate the constant confusion over health care reform. "The Weekly Obsession" dissects issues that dominate the news.

The Weekly Obsession: A Presidential Media Blitz

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:58:09 EST

You couldn't flip a channel this week without seeing President Obama's made-for-TV mug. But did it help him at all? The "Weekly Obsession" is a new video series dissecting the issues that dominate our 24/7 news cycle.

Fashion Forever

Weds, 7 Oct 2009 11:58:02 EST

A look at 'vintage fashion'--a trend that comes back again and again. (Video: Brian Winkowski)

Return to Oz: The Munchkins 70 Years Later

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 11:58:02 EST

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of "The Wizard of Oz", the five surviving 'munchkins' sing some familiar songs and share their memories from set, Judy Garland, and the legacy of this movie(Video: Ramin Setoodeh, K. Ryan Jones, Sarah Frank)

Steinbeck Country: Ray Rush

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

Ray Rush reminisces about living at Weedpatch camp and his childhood as a migrant worker(Video John Vande Wege, Jennifer Molina, Jessica Ramirez)

Steinbeck Country: Otilo Pasina

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

Today’s Weedpatch camp houses a new set of migrant workers, who come from as far away as Mexico to do seasonal work in the San Joaquin Valley. (Video John Vande Wege, Jennifer Molina, Jessica Ramirez)

Pot's Biggest Bud

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

How Ethan Nadelmann, a former Princeton professor, became the public face of marijuana decriminalization (Video: Tom Mason)

Steinbeck Country: Earl Shelton

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

A former Oklahoman remembers the joys and sorrows of living through the Great Depression (Video John Vande Wege, Jennifer Molina, Jessica Ramirez)

'A Litmus Test for Democracy'

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

Kirov governor Nikita Belykh and his very American approach to political leadership. (Video: Anton Verstakov)

Dumpster Diving for News

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

A look at 'Fleetstreet' in London, and how 'bin-men' (journalists or private detectives who dig through garbage) have supplied the country with tabloid fodder on everyone from the Royals to government officials. (Video: Roisin Timoney)

The Danger of Denying HIV

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

Dr. Seth Kalichman discusses the danger of claims that the HIV virus is not the cause of AIDS. (Video: Tom Mason)

The Mayor of Jerusalem

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

A short profile of secular Mayor Nir Barkat. (Video: David Blumenfeld)

Palestine's American-Style Prime Minister

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

A profile of Palestinian P.M. Salam Fayyad on what it takes to run a government that 'makes sense'. (Video: David Blumenfeld)

Emmy Roundtable: 'Somebody Hates Me!'

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:02 EST

Emmy-nominated actors Toni Collette, Jon Cryer, Jim Parsons, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler discuss how they deal with people that just don't like them

Emmy Roundtable: 'I'll Beat the S--- Outta Somebody'

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:03 EST

Emmy-nominated actors Toni Collette, Jon Cryer, Jim Parsons, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler on what they hate about awards shows and what they'll do if they don't win

Emmy Roundtable: Jon Cryer on John Hughes

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:04 EST

Emmy-nominated actors Toni Collette, Jon Cryer, Jim Parsons, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler discuss John Hughes, the writer of 'Pretty in Pink' which starred Cryer as Duckie Dale

Emmy Roundtable: Death of the Sitcom

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:05 EST

Emmy-nominated actors Toni Collette, Jon Cryer, Jim Parsons, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler debate whether traditional sitcoms are a thing of the past

Emmy Roundtable: 'I'm a Dumb Comedian'

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:06 EST

Emmy-nominated actors Toni Collette, Jon Cryer, Jim Parsons, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler on why they hate acting classes

Emmy Roundtable: YouTube is Killing Stand-up Comedy

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:07 EST

Emmy-nominated actors Toni Collette, Jon Cryer, Jim Parsons, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler discuss the many ways the Internet has affected television

Emmy Roundtable: 'I Coulda Been a Masseuse'

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:08 EST

Emmy-nominated actors Toni Collette, Jon Cryer, Jim Parsons, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler on how they prepare for a role and what they'd be doing if they weren't acting

Emmy Roundtable: Tina Fey's 'Dirty' Past

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:09 EST

Emmy-nominated actors Toni Collette, Jon Cryer, Jim Parsons, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler discuss why they're over talking about funny women and Silverman reveals Tina Fey's 'dirty' nickname

Face-to-Facebook

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:58:09 EST

Our video friend feed: We talk to Facebook users (and a few self-proclaimed addicts) about how the social networking site fits into their lives

The Ambassador on the Front Lines

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 11:58:09 EST

In the past two decades, Ryan Crocker has served as U.S. ambassador to Lebanon, Kuwait, Syria, Pakistan, and Iraq. Since 9/11, he's been a point-man on the front lines of terrorism.

'We Will Always Remember'

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:58:09 EST

Young adults reflect on experiencing the events of 9/11 as children and discuss how that day was a defining moment for their generation

The Weekly Obsession: Outbursts and Apologies

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:58:09 EST

It seems like nobody can keep their big mouths shut anymore. Not congressmen, not tennis stars, not rappers, not even the president. The 'Weekly Obsession' is a new video series dissecting the issues that dominate our 24/7 news cycle.

7 'D-Lister' Things: Kathy Griffin

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:58:09 EST

he self-proclaimed D-List celebrity on Obama's "jackass" remark, how her memoir, 'Official Book Club Selection' will out-sell the Bible, and why she bum-rushed Barbara Walters in a bathroom

7 Things: Not So Strictly Ballroom

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 11:58:02 EST

'Burn The Floor' dancers Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Karina Smirnoff on their Broadway show, the most annoying "Dancing With the Stars" judge, and the wannabe John Travoltas of the world. 'Burn The Floor' opens Aug. 2.

Under the Bridge: Part 2

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 11:58:02 EST

Experts on residency restrictions in Miami, Florida for registered sex offenders. (Video: Jennifer Molina)

Under the Bridge: Part 1

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 11:59:02 EST

Homeless registered sex offenders talk about the conditions they live in under the Julia Tuttle causeway in Miami, Florida (Video: Jennifer Molina)

Lauren Graham: ‘I Just Adore Him’

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:58:02 EST

The star of 'The Answer Man’ on her latest leading man (Video: Dylan Isbell, Sarah Frank, Michael Collins)

Lauren Graham’s Guide to Hollywood Spirituality

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:58:02 EST

The former ‘Gilmore Girl’ on her new movie 'The Answer Man’ and balancing art and religion (Video: Dylan Isbell, Sarah Frank, Michael Collins)

Steinbeck Country: Doris Weddell

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:58:02 EST

Doris Weddell, Weedpatch camp historian, talks about what remains of the migrant camp made famous in “The Grapes of Wrath.”

Steinbeck Country: Sharon and Vergie Risner

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:58:02 EST

8/5/09: Sharon Risner and her mother, Vergie, discuss their family's relationship with the California cotton fields

While LA Sleeps

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 11:58:02 EST

A reporter, a detective and an activist discuss an unsolved series of serial killings in Los Angeles, California. (Video: John Vande Wege)

My Father the Smuggler

Sat, 1 Jul 2009 11:58:02 EST

Newsweek reporter Tony Dokoupil travels to Cambridge, Mass., to learn about his father's past as a large-scale marijuana smuggler (Video: Josh Fisher, Tony Dokoupil)

Cancer Is Hilarious

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:58:02 EST

Comedian Nick P. Ross performs a comedy show based on his experience with Hodgkins Lymphoma. (Kate Dailey, Dylan Isbell)

Love—Polyamory Style

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:58:02 EST

A Seattle family talks about the challenges of living in a multi-partner relationship. (Video: Jennifer Molina, Jessica Bennett)

Making Polyamorous Love Work

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:58:02 EST

A Seattle family talks about the challenges of living in a multi-partner relationship. (Video: Jennifer Molina, Jessica Bennett)

Beautiful Disaster

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 11:58:02 EST

Chinese artist Song Dong tries to make sense of his mother’s stuff in a new exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art. (Sarah Kliff, Dylan Isbell)

Reconstructing Sexuality

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:58:02 EST

Dr. Marci Bowers performs reconstructive surgery on women who have suffered genital mutilation. (Video: Tom McDonald, Fireside Production)(Video: Jennifer Molina)

Stonewall: Throwing the Cherry Pie

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:58:02 EST

Two men who participated in the Stonewall riots talk about that weekend and its aftermath. (Video: Jennifer Molina)

Great High Schools in Unlikely Places: Corbett, ORL

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:58:02 EST

Corbett High School only recently broke onto NEWSWEEKÕs prestigious list of top schools, but in just four years it has soared into our top 100.

Great High Schools in Unlikely Places: Pensacola, FL

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:58:02 EST

Although the area (and school) were hit hard by Hurricane Ivan in 2004, Pensacola High School attracts students from throughout the state to its rigorous International Baccalaureate program.

Great High Schools in Unlikely Places: Bridgeport, CA

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:58:02 EST

A tiny school of only 25, Eastern Sierra Academy has breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, but no athletic programs. The students donÕt seem to mind.

Great High Schools in Unlikely Places: Dallas

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:58:02 EST

Two of NEWSWEEKÕs Best High Schools of 2009 are actually in the same building. Find out how two principals at Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Magnet Center compete for TexasÕs top students.

Look At the Birdy!

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 11:58:02 EST

A lab technician at the Museum of Natural History's Feather Identification Lab identifies birds indicated in plane accidents. (Video: Joshua Fisher, Dina Fine Maron)

7 Things: Wayans Nation

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:58:02 EST

Four of the Wayanses stop in to talk their new movie, 'Dance Flick,' President Obama's abs, and what they do to family who are born 'unfunny'

Elvis Costello: 'Sulphur to Sugarcane'

Wed, 20 May 2009 11:58:02 EST

Hear the acclaimed singer-songwriter perform a track from his upcoming acoustic album, "Secret, Profane and Sugarcane"

7 Things: Gael Garcia Bernal and Diego Luna

Fri, 15 May 2009 11:58:02 EST

As they release their new film 'Rudo y Cursi', Diego Luna and Gael Garcia Bernal talk friendship, why Bernal is no 'American Idol' and what's best for scoring dates

Re-View: Obama's First 100 Days

Fri, 28 Apr 2009 11:58:02 EST

Missed the first part of the new administration? See it all in 5 minutes. 'Re-View' looks at TV's coverage of current news stories (Video: Sarah Frank, Jon Groat)

7 Things: Spock on Spock

Fri, 8 May 2009 11:58:02 EST

In their first video interview together, Leonard Nimoy and Zachary Quinto break down their 'fascinating' character's iconic ears, famous greeting and infamous fans

Hello Health

Wed, 06 May 2009 11:58:02 EST

Dr. Devlyn Corrigan gives a tour of Hello Health, a no-frills, high-tech medical practice in Brooklyn, N.Y (Video: Jennifer Molina, Jesse Ellison, David Guinan)

7 Things: Kristin Chenoweth

Fri, 1 May 2009 11:58:02 EST

The Broadway actress and author of a new memoir, "A Little Bit Wicked", talks about her Christianity habit, why she feels for the Jolie-Pitts, and how gays beat girls

7 Things You Didn't Know About Channing Tatum

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:58:02 EST

The 'Fighting' star on a newfound passion, what you can find him doing in the bathtub and his porn-star plans

mash'd: Reality TV's New 'Apprentice'

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:57:02 EST

Ex-Gov. Rod Blagojevich would be perfect for these TV shows. Mash'd is a series of satirical, off-beat political videos, only at newsweek.com.

7 Things You Didn't Know About Michelle Trachtenberg

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:58:02 EST

As the actress returns to 'Gossip Girl', she explains why it's good to be bad, what not to do if you want to kiss her and why high school sucked (hint: the boys)

At Princeton

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:56:02 EST

A group of African-American college students discuss race relations at Princeton.

Beyond Princeton

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:55:02 EST

A group of African-American college students discuss race relations at Princeton.

Struggling With Epilepsy

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:54:02 EST

New Yorker Dan Wheeless describes his affliction with epilepsy. (Video: Jennifer Molina)

mash'd: 'Susan Boyle: Words Fail Them'

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:57:02 EST

After the Scottish sensation wowed the 'Britain's Got Talent' judges last week, the American media made a few judgments of their own. Mash'd is a series of satirical, off-beat political videos, only at newsweek.com.

mash'd: 'Bo Meets the Media Hound Dogs'

Wed, 16 Apr 2009 11:57:02 EST

The press goes bark raving mad for the new First Pooch. Mash'd is a series of satirical, off-beat political videos, only at newsweek.com.

mash'd: 'Parental Control: A New Man for Bristol?'

Wed, 16 Apr 2009 11:57:02 EST

Bristol and Levi didn't work out as a pair, so Momma Palin sets her daughter up with a bevy of Republican studs in our satire.

7 Things You Didn't Know About Chris Botti

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 11:57:02 EST

The trumpeter on why his instrument is like an ex-wife, living like a 'vagabond' and shots with Joni Mitchell (Video: Ramin Setoodeh, Dylan Isbell, Sarah Frank)

Puppy Factory

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 11:57:02 EST

A puppy mill is raided in Logan County, Arkansas by the Humane Society of the United States. (Video: Jennifer Molina)

'Gang Wars Take Their Toll'

Wed, 23 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

Crime is at record lows, but gang life is ever present in Compton, Calif. (Video: Jennifer Molina, Jessica Bennett)

'From Black to Brown, the Color of Change'

Wed, 23 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

From the 1950s to today, how Compton, Calif. has changed (Video: Jennifer Molina, Jessica Bennett)

Satire: 'America's Next Top Superfirstlady'

Tue, 7 Apr 2009 11:57:02 EST

Last week, TV pundits made Michelle Obama a supermodel. This week, we take it one step further. (Video: Jon Groat, Sarah Frank)

Bob Saget Wishes He Were Jerry Lewis

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 11:57:02 EST

The star of ABC's 'Surviving Suburbia' on playing a creep, JDate.com and his jewelry hobby

Every 25-Year-Old Recognizes Bob Saget

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 11:56:02 EST

As ABC's 'Surviving Suburbia' premieres Apr 6, the star chats about going nuts on 'Full House', and his therapy regimen

Saget: 'Wikipedia Lies'

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 11:55:02 EST

The 'Surviving Suburbia' actor on his love life

Bob Saget's Blue Period

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 11:54:02 EST

The star of ABC's new sitcom, 'Surviving Suburbia', on talking dirty in his standup. (Reporter: Nicki Gostin; Video: Jon Groat, Jennifer Molina, Sarah Frank)

No Work? All Play!

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

Unemployed New Yorkers participated in the first-ever "Unemployment Olympics" featuring Telephone Skeeball and Pin the Blame on the Boss.

'The District' |Ep. 9| 'Season Finale...'

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

In the season finale of 'The District,' Barack wonders if being the Prez will ever get any easier.

7 Things You Didn't Know About Jeff Daniels

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

On his way to 'God of Carnage' on Broadway, the star pops in to chat about 'life under the A-list,' feeling sorry for Kevin Bacon and campaigning for an Oscar nod.

Jeff Daniels: 'Grandfather's Hat'

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:57:01 EST

The actor takes a break from 'God of Carnage', 'Howl' and JeffDaniels.com to show off a hidden talent. (Reporter: Nicki Gostin; Video: Jon Groat, Sarah Frank)

'The District' |Ep. 8| 'Spring Breakdown...'

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

Congress is totally PO'd about the bonuses for AIG execs and Barack flees The District for the Hollywood Hills. Check back Tues for new episodes.

7 Things You Didn't Know About Jason Segel

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

The star gets bromantic in 'I Love You Man,' Judd Apatow's latest film, but he gets real with NEWSWEEK's Nicki Gostin. Who know Segel was such a 'Muppet freak'? (Reporter: Nicki Gostin; Video: Jon Groat, Sarah Frank)

'The District' |Ep. 7| 'Making Compromises...'

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

The guys and girls on the Hill are getting greedy with the pork, Barack signs a budget he's not thrilled about and Tim's getting picked on. Check back Tues for new episodes.

Snuggie/Slanket Smackdown 2K9

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

What's so darn special about a blanket with sleeves? NEWSWEEK took to the streets of New York City to find out. (Video: Sarah Frank, Kurt Soller, Trina Rodriguez)

7 Things You Don't Know About Russell Brand

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

The comedian and author of 'My Booky Wook', released this week in the U.S., on sexy teeth, being a lord of the dance, and his chances of surviving until 2045 (Reporter: Nicki Gostin; Video: Jon Groat, Sarah Frank)

'The District' |Ep. 6| 'When Enemies Attack...'

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

Sometimes Barack just can't get a break. John gets all mavericky about a porky budget and Rush challenges the new prez to...well, just watch. Check back Tues for new episodes.

Newsmakers: Felicity's Firsts

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

Felicity Huffman on her new movie 'Phoebe in Wonderland' as well as some of 'her firsts' (Reporter: Ramin Setoodeh; Editor: Jon Groat; Camera: Sarah Frank)

Twitter + Kogi = One Hot Taco

Tue, 3 Mar 2009 11:57:02 EST

How a California entrepreneur meshed Korean bbq and Mexican tacos with the World Wide Web to make an American buck (Editor: Jon Groat; Camera: Scott Thiel / Road Weary Films)

Bob Mould: 'I'm Sorry, Baby...'

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 11:55:02 EST

The former Husker Du and Sugar bandmate sings 'I'm Sorry, Baby, But You Can't Stand In My Light Any More' from his new album 'Life and Times' out in Apr. (Editor: Jon Groat; Camera: Jon Groat, Sarah Frank)

'The District' |Ep. 5| 'The After Show'

Wed, 4 Mar 2009 10:57:02 EST

The hosts of MTV's The City: The After Show interview Barack, the star of The District. Check back Tues for new episodes.

'The District' |Ep. 4| 'Team Barack World Tour'

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:57:02 EST

Hillary is back in the spotlight and she's headed overseas to pageant-wave and make nice with world leaders. Check back Tues for new episodes.

'The District' |Ep. 3| 'They're Just Not That Into Me...'

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:57:02 EST

Drama follows the new prez on a road trip, the press gets super serious and bipartisanship is, like, so last season. Check back Tues for new episodes.

'The District' |Ep. 2| 'Barack's Friends Let Him Down...'

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 11:57:02 EST

A few members of Team Barack bail on their taxes, which like, totally annoys Mr. President. Check back Tues for new episodes.

7 Things You Don't Know About Melinda Doolittle

Fri, 6 Feb 2009 03:34:02 EST

As the former 'American Idol' star releases her debut album 'Coming Back to You', she divulges seven things you don't know about her. (Video: Jon Groat, Sarah Frank; Reporter: Sarah Ball)

7 Things You Don't Know About Chris Evans

Fri, 6 Feb 2009 03:34:02 EST

The star of 'Push', out Fri, opens up with seven things you don't know about him. (Video: Jon Groat, Sarah Frank; Reporter: Ramin Setoodeh)

'The District' |Ep. 1| 'The Challenges We Face...'

Tue, 2 Feb 2009 03:34:02 EST

Ever wondered what it would be like if the makers of MTV's hit 'The City' made a reality show about Obama's first 100 days? Wonder no more. Check back Tues for new episodes.

'9 1/2 Weeks Screwed Me Up'

Mon, 21 Jan 2009 07:34:02 EST